Lucas Financial Services, Inc.

 

Welcome to our Web site, where you’ll find a wealth of information in the form of newsletter articles, calculators, and research reports.

We hope your visit will help you understand the opportunities and potential rewards that are available when you take a proactive approach to your personal financial situation. We have created this Web site to help you gain a better understanding of the financial concepts behind insurance, investing, retirement, estate planning, and wealth preservation. Most important, we hope you see the value of working with skilled professionals to pursue your financial goals.

We’re here to help educate you about the basic concepts of financial management; to help you learn more about who we are; and to give you fast, easy access to market performance data. We hope you take advantage of this resource and visit us often. Be sure to add our site to your list of "favorites" in your Internet browser. We frequently update our information, and we wouldn’t want you to miss any developments in the area of personal finance.

Thanks for visiting,

Brad & Mary Lucas

Federal Income Tax

This calculator can help you estimate your annual federal income tax liability.

Estate Taxes

Use this calculator to estimate the federal estate taxes that could be due on your estate after you die.

Home Affordability

Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.

IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.

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Could an HSA Strengthen Your Retirement Strategy?

After age 65, retirees can use HSA funds for any purpose without incurring a penalty.

Retroactive Social Security Benefits: A Chance to Turn Back Time

Beneficiaries who postpone claiming Social Security past full retirement age have the option of receiving a lump-sum payment for up to six months of benefits when they finally apply.

New Auto Loan Interest Deduction Explained

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) provides an annual deduction of up to $10,000 for interest paid on qualifying new auto loans, effective for tax years 2025 through 2028.

Teens Say Social Media Takes a Toll on Mental Health

Many parents are concerned about the well-being of their children as they navigate the digital landscape.

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