Harding Retirement Group of Wells Fargo Advisors - 401k Plan Advisors

The Harding Retirement Group of Wells Fargo Advisors is a full service practice specializing in 401(k) Plans for businesses and wealth management strategies for individuals.

Eric W. Harding, Senior Vice President – Investments, has over 20 years of investment experience as a financial advisor.  He specializes in helping businesses meet their investment needs, with a focus on establishing and maintaining effective retirement plans for themselves and their employees.

Brad Mayer, Financial Consultant, has been in the financial services sector since 2005.  His 6 years as a Financial Consultant were preceded by over 15 years with Baylor University, Intel Corporation & Western Atlas International, which is brought to bear when he advises clients in developing investment plans around their long term goals and risk tolerance.   Additionally, he is knowledgeable and licensed in many areas of insurance.

Diane Purrington, Client Associate, has 30 years of financial services industry experience.  Her responsibilities include resolving client inquiries and account administration for our 401(k) Plan sponsors and participants, along with our individual clients.

All of us in the Harding Retirement Group of Wells Fargo Advisors look forward to helping you achieve your financial goals, and we sincerely appreciate your loyalty and trust.

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The Dynamics That Can Drive Inflation

High unemployment and slow wage growth seem to have kept consumer spending and core inflation from growing very rapidly in the first half of 2011. This article reminds investors to keep the potential risk of inflation in mind, because even modest price increases compounded over time can erode the purchasing power of the assets in their portfolios.

Do You Have Enough Disability Coverage

Disability can affect anyone without notice, and a well-paid professional in the midst of a productive career has much to lose if he or she suffers a medical problem and is unable to work. But there are ways that high earners can expand their coverage and help ensure that their income, assets, and lifestyle are not at risk from a potential disability.

Managing Cash When Interest Rates Are Low

It's generally a good idea to keep three to six months of income in an emergency fund, but where should cash be kept when interest rates are low? This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of savings accounts, certificates of deposit, and money market funds.

HOT TOPIC: Current Economic Conditions and the Prospect for Inflation

Inflation jumped up to 3.2% in April. That’s still below the 50-year average but it may be little consolation for anyone who has been to a gas station or a grocery store recently.

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