Our Commitment
At Central Financial Services our job is simple... help you make the best financial decisions that protect and help maximize your wealth. Assisting clients since 1992, we listen and learn about your unique situation before making recommendations.
Financial planning shouldn't be hard to understand. CFS associates take pride in clearly explaining how a recommendation will benefit you. With many years of experience and comprehensive knowledge, our associates provide answers to your questions.
Take a few minutes to review the financial calculators, stock/market reports and articles. In addition, IRS tax forms may be downloaded at no charge. If you have questions, don't hesitate to complete one of the online forms. We welcome the opportunity to serve you.
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About Us
CFS is a full service, independent financial planning firm. We help our clients find the best strategies to reach their financial goals. This could be as simple as purchasing term insurance or a mutual fund...
Products & Services
We provide a comprehensive array of financial planning and wealth management services to individuals, business owners, professionals, and retirees.
Contact Us
Central Financial Services
6355 South 56th Street
Lincoln, NE 68516
Phone: (402) 423-4022
Fax: (402) 423-4122
E-mail: mikec@cfslinc.com
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What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
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This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
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Determine your potential long-term care needs and how long your current assets might last.
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Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
5 Smart Investing Principles
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The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
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With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
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