Jim Kekeris President Kekeris Financial Group
Providing Financial Peace of Mind Through Personal and Private Full-Service Planning
Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges come opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.
Whether you’re currently retired or facing retirement soon, have a question, need investment advise, or would like a second opinion to better understand your current circumstances, we can help.
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Helpful Content
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Exploring the Federal Student Grant Program
In this article, explore the benefits of the Federal Student Grant Program.
A Decision Not Made Is Still a Decision
Investors who put off important investment decisions may face potential consequences to their future financial security.
Retirement Is a Beginning
Key questions to answer when you are considering retirement.
4 Steps to Protecting a Child with Disabilities
Planning for a child with special needs can be complicated, confusing, and even overwhelming.
Reviewing Your Life Insurance Needs
Learn how the review process works and how it may help you better understand your Life Insurance.
When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
A Look at Diversification
Diversification is an investment principle designed to manage risk, but it can't prevent against a loss.
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Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
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It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
Preparation is the Key to Retirement
The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.
Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?
Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.