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DV Financial DV Financial is an independent, fee-based firm offering Financial Planning, Investment Management, and Insurance Products. Independent Wealth Network, Inc.

Art Dinkin, Securities & Investment Advisor Representative. Investment advisory services offered through Independent Wealth Network, Inc., a SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Securities offered through Emerson Equity Member LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. and DV Financial are not affiliated with Emerson Equity, LLC.

09/02/2026

It’s not what you think.

A lot of people think financial advisors are just picking stocks all day.

In reality, most of the work is helping people make sense of everything else going on in their financial lives.

If you’ve never seen what real planning looks like, it might be worth a conversation. Let’s connect.

What do you think a financial advisor actually does? Let us know in the comments.

08/26/2026

Playing it too cautious can backfire.

It’s common to pull back on risk as retirement gets closer.

But retirement could last decades.

Your strategy needs to support not just getting there, but staying there.

If you’re not sure your approach still fits, let’s connect.

And let us know, have you adjusted your investment risk recently?

08/19/2026

It’s not just about the price.

The real question isn’t just what college costs… it’s what it leads to.

The outcome matters just as much as the experience.

Those are tough conversations, but they matter long-term. If this is a decision your family is dealing with, let’s connect.

And let us know in the comments if you’re on a college search right now.

08/12/2026

A free meeting that actually matters.

Most people assume there’s a catch… but the first meeting with us is just a conversation.

It’s a chance to understand how you can be helped and what it would cost, before making any decisions.

If you’ve been putting off that first step, this is a good place to start. Let’s connect.

And I’d love to know, if you’re still putting off that first meeting, what’s holding you back?

08/05/2026

The match may not be enough anymore.

Early on, getting the 401(k) match made sense.

But mid-career is when you may need to start doing more.

Small increases now can have a big impact later.

If you’re wondering whether you’re on track, let’s connect.

And let us know in the comments, are you still just contributing just to get the match, or have you increased it?

07/29/2026

Proud… and stressed?

Sending your kids to college can feel like two emotions at once.

Excitement for them… and pressure about the cost.

With a plan, you can focus more on the milestone and less on the money. If this is on your mind, let’s connect.

And let us know in the comments, what worries you most about sending kids to college?

07/22/2026

Cheaper advice can cost you more.

Not all financial advice is priced the same… and that’s not a bad thing.

What matters is transparency and whether your advisor’s incentives line up with your goals.

If you’re not clear on how your advisor gets paid, it’s a conversation worth having.

Do you know which model your advisor uses?

07/15/2026

Your coverage might be outdated.

The insurance you set up years ago may not match your life today.

As your income, family, and priorities change, your protection should too.

If it’s been a while since you’ve reviewed it, it’s worth revisiting. If you’re not sure where to start, we can help.

When was the last time you looked at your coverage?

07/08/2026

Where you save matters.

Most people focus on how much to save for college… but where that money sits can have a big impact too.

The way accounts are structured can directly affect financial aid.

If you’re saving for a child or grandchild’s college, or considering it, it’s worth getting this right.

Have questions? Let’s connect.

07/01/2026

Should your advisor get paid no matter what?

How your advisor gets paid matters more than most people realize.

If their compensation doesn’t change based on your outcome, are your interests really aligned?

It’s worth understanding what you’re actually paying for.

Do you know how your advisor gets paid? Let us know in the comments.

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2350 NW 128th Street
Urbandale, IA
50323

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