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Legendary basketball coach John Wooden once said, “It is what we learn after we know it all that counts.” That quote perfectly captures one of the greatest challenges in retirement[…]

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Markets

The Secret Sauce to Investing

If you read any investing publications, you often see headlines like “Value Investing is Dead” or “Dividend Stocks—The Safe Way to Invest” or “3 Growth Stocks That Can’t Be Stopped.”[…]

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2026

Year-End Tax Savings

As the end of the year approaches, it’s natural to reflect on our financial successes—and to look for smart ways to save on taxes. The clock is ticking, but here[…]

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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

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.