Welcome to Weber Accounting & Investment Services, LLC
Raymond W. Weber, CPA (815) 223-5606
Whether you are interested in investment advice, planning for retirement, life insurance, estate planning, or if you have a 401K to rollover, Ray and members of his practice stand ready to help you. The financial world can be intimidating; let us help you meet your goals.
We encourage you to explore our site and learn more about the services we provide. Should you have any questions or need more information on our firm, please email us at raymond.weber@ceterafs.com or call (815) 223-5606.
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Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Test Your Life Insurance Knowledge
How much do you know about one of the most important tools you have to help protect your and your family’s financial future?
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Tax Efficiency in Retirement
What role would taxes play in your investment decisions?
Investing with Your Heart
For some, the social impact of investing is just as important as the return, perhaps more important.
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
Getting a Head Start on College Savings
A few strategies that may help you prepare for the cost of higher education.
What's New for Social Security?
There have been a number of changes to Social Security that may affect you, especially if you are nearing retirement.
Critical Estate Documents
Sound estate management includes creating financial and healthcare documents. Here's an inside look.
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How Compound Interest Works
Use this calculator to better see the potential impact of compound interest on an asset.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
Tax Freedom Day
Assess how many days you'll work to pay your federal tax liability.
My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
Saving for Retirement
This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.
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Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
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Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
18 Years’ Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years, with many lasting even longer. Will you fill your post-retirement days with purpose?
How to Retire Early
Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.
No Cash, No Checks, No Problem
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.