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.
Helpful Content
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about whether annuities are right
Caring for Aging Parents
As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.
Gap Insurance for Leased Cars
If you’re thinking of leasing a new car, then you shouldn’t forget about gap insurance.
Inflation - Back to the Future
Even low inflation rates over an extended period of time can impact your finances in retirement.
Disability and Your Finances
In the event of an unforeseen accident or illness, disability insurance may be a good way to protect your income and savings.
A Penny Saved is Two Pennies Earned
Here are some simple and inexpensive energy-saving tips that may help you save money.
Protection Against Uninsured Drivers
You’re hit by an uninsured driver. Now what? Are you protected against financial losses?
Revising Estate Strategy Assumptions
Estate tax exemptions rules appear to be stabilizing, prompting many to reconsider conventional estate strategies.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
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What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
Home Mortgage Deduction
Use this calculator to assess the potential benefits of a home mortgage deduction.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
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Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
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What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations? Here are three tips.