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Welcome to Lake Ridge Financial – Your Partner in Financial Confidence
At Lake Ridge Financial, we know that planning for the future can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Serving Dane, Rock, and Sauk County, we’re here to help you navigate the financial journey with clarity and confidence.
Whether you're preparing for retirement, saving for college, or developing an estate strategy, we take a personalized approach to align with your needs, goals, and aspirations.
With year of experience in financial services, our professionals are committed to guiding you through life’s financial decisions—today, tomorrow, and for years to come. Let’s build a strategy that works for you, every step of the way.
We look forward to working with you! 
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Investments
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Diversification, Patience, and Consistency
Three important factors when it comes to your financial life.
Directors and Officers Liability Insurance
Not only can D&O insurance provide financial protection, but it can help improve an organization’s decision-making.
Retiring Earlier Than Expected? What To Know
Retiring earlier than expected can be disheartening. Learn steps that can help you smoothe the road ahead.
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Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
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Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
Your DNA Test
A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.