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January 28, 2012 @ 12:04 AM

Dow Jones Industrials 12,660.46- 74.17
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S&P 500 1,316.33- 2.10

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Midwest Financial Partners

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Midwest Financial Partners was established by a team of financial and insurance professionals who
have extensive experience helping clients identify and implement their financial goals for accumulation, protection, and transference of assets.
 
Our group of financial professionals operates with the technology and resources of a well-established financial services company—coupled with a commitment to personal attention and superior service every step of the way.  Our disciplined, integrated approach creates a proven framework to successfully address your financial objectives.

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Variable Annuities and Your Retirement Strategy

An insurance product may appeal to pre-retirees who want to invest more of their current incomes for retirement and defer taxes on market gains. A variable annuity enables investors to pursue investment gains with the option to purchase guarantees (for an additional cost) to help protect against the downside risks of investing in the markets.

Tax-Efficient Investments for the Tax-Averse

Raising taxes is one of many ideas that have been proposed to help reduce mounting federal budget deficits. Readers who are concerned about the prospect of higher taxes in the future may want to consider the tax advantages associated with municipal bonds and tax-exempt mutual funds.

Earning Income from Mutual Funds

More than half of working Americans are concerned that they may not have enough money to live comfortably during retirement. Although mutual funds are often thought of as a tool to build savings, they can also be used to generate income. This article examines the potential income benefits of bond funds, equity or stock income funds, and hybrid funds.

HOT TOPIC: Looking Ahead in 2012

2011 was a year of slow economic recovery, market volatility, and political conflict over the budget, the national debt, and taxes. All of these challenges continue to face us as we begin the new year. This article presents an overview of some of the issues that bear watching in 2012.

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