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Insurance

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Life insurance. Most people own it—or have been told they need it—but do they really understand what they own? Life insurance can be one of the most powerful tools in[…]

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Planning Alone

Are You Planning All Alone?

Mr. Jones was a self-made man. He was a successful business owner, a loving husband, and a proud father of three sons who had families of their own. Through decades[…]

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Lessons

6 Lessons from an Estate Litigator

What do you want your family’s holidays to look like after you’re gone? Most people answer that question without hesitation. “I want my kids to still gather around the table.”[…]

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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 (March 2026)

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 are not owned or controlled by Calton & Associates, Inc.