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Latest Articles

Are You Covered?

Do You Really Have Enough Life Insurance?

(Probably Not—And Here’s Why) It’s a question most people avoid asking: Do I need life insurance—or more of it? The truth? Nearly 102 million Americans say they’re either uninsured or[…]

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September 18, 2025 0
Money Question

What Is Your Money Really Making—After Taxes and Inflation?

Your account statement might say you earned 10%, but is that really what you get to keep? Not exactly. Once taxes and inflation step onto the scene, the picture changes—sometimes[…]

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September 11, 2025 0
Uncle Sam

How Much Will Uncle Sam Benefit from the Sale of Your Business?

Last week, we talked about the Top 3 Costly Mistakes in Transitioning Your Business. Notice who didn’t make that list? Uncle Sam. Why? Because if your business can’t even attract[…]

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August 28, 2025 0

Customer Relationship Summary

Below is a copy of our Customer Relationship Summary, known as “Form CRS.” This new Form is intended to inform retail investors about: (i) the types of client and customer relationships and services the firm offers; (ii) the fees, costs, conflicts of interest, and required standard of conduct associated with those relationships and services; (iii) whether the firm and its financial professionals currently have reportable legal or disciplinary history; and (iv) how to obtain additional information about the firm.

Customer Relationship Summary (SMG Form CRS)
SMG ADV Part 2A

Securities offered through Calton & Associates, Inc. member FINRA and SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser. SEC registration does not imply a certain level of skill or ability. Investment advisory services offered through Smart Money Group, LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser. Smart Money Group, LLC and Kennedy Financial Services, Inc. are not owned or controlled by Calton & Associates, Inc.