Personal & Family Finances

How we can help you

Talking money can be tough. Luckily for you, we meet with thousands of individuals each year and talk finances. There is little that we haven’t seen by this point! The good, the bad, the deeply in debt – and nothing phases us. We love helping coach and educate how to overcome your biggest hurdles with confidence.

We will cheer you on and hold you accountable in ways that no app or spreadsheet can. You’ll work hard and you’ll never be alone. Changing your finances today will have a huge impact for your future happiness. 

Bring us your problems and leave with a solution! If credit cards, student loans, and other debt payments are consuming each paycheck, or you need advice to get ahead in your budgeting, we can help.



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How we work

Decisions such as cutting expenses, paying off loans, or increasing your investments should be worked through logically and with the expertise of a trustworthy firm.

We value solving problems by tailoring our appointments to the needs of each individual. If you are looking for a financial coach that is passionately engaged in meeting your needs, and you want to learn something new every time you come in then you will feel at home at Molen & Associates. You will feel like family because we are a family owned and operated business with a team that shares core values such as servicing the client above all else, doing the right thing, showing unequivocal excellence, and solving questions.

In the words of financial guru Dave Ramsey “Your decisions from today forward will affect not only your life, but also your entire legacy.” We will cheer you on and hold you accountable in ways that no app or spreadsheet can. You’ll work hard and you’ll never be alone. Changing your finances today will have a huge impact on your future happiness, and the happiness of those you care about most. 

PAssionately Engaged

We aren't your average tax firm. We specialize in helping you maximize your tax situation and live more comfortably.

Education Focused

We guarantee you will learn something new. If you are looking for an average experience, we probably aren't the firm for you.

Feels Likely FamiLY

We started business 40 years ago out of the Molen's home and to this day, we still treat our clients like family.

 

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Year-End Payroll Checklist: What Needs to Happen Before December 31

A practical checklist for business owners: verifying employee data, reconciling payroll tax deposits, handling fringe benefits and bonuses, maxing retirement contributions, and ACA reporting before December 31.

The 2026 Marketplace Health Insurance Tax Trap: Why Some Taxpayers Could Face a Big Surprise

For 2026, the 400% FPL subsidy cliff is back and the caps on repaying excess Advance Premium Tax Credits are gone. Here is how Marketplace enrollees with rising income can avoid a five-figure surprise at tax time.

Charitable Giving Strategies That Actually Reduce Your Tax Bill

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New SBA Loan Rules Take Effect October 1, 2026: What Business Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

If you’re considering buying or selling a business, changes to the SBA’s lending rules taking effect October 1, 2026 could have a meaningful impact on how your transaction is financed. The Small Business Administration is implementing SOP 50 10 8.1, which changes...

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