Barnes Financial Services (BFS) is a financial services practice based in Indianapolis, Indiana. We have built a strong reputation for educating and assisting small businesses and individuals in pursuing their financial goals. BFS offers personalized Accounting, Tax & Investment Financial Services.
The 2025 Tax Filing Season is Here!
(Click Here) to Schedule Your Appointment Today
Helpful Content
White Elephant Inheritance
This article deals with how one might deal with a burdensome inheritance.
Estate Strategies of the Rich and Famous
The examples of famous celebrities underline the need for a clear estate strategy.
And the Executor Is
The right executor may help ensure the distribution of your assets is done with as little upheaval as possible.
Exploring the Federal Student Grant Program
In this article, explore the benefits of the Federal Student Grant Program.
How Insurance Deductibles Work
Knowing how insurance deductibles work can help you save money.
Mortgages in Retirement
Explore the benefits and drawbacks to paying off your mortgage prior to retirement with this article.
When to Self-Insure
Choosing to bear the financial burden of an adverse event is called self-insuring. Do you know what that entails?
How Families Can Build a Financially Informed Legacy
How Families Build a Financially Informed Legacy: From Wealth Creation to Stewardship Across Generations
How Income Taxes Work
A quick look at how federal income taxes work.
View all articles 
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
View all calculators
Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.
Preparation is the Key to Retirement
The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
Your DNA Test
A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.