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.
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Pullbacks, Corrections, and Bear Markets
When the market experiences volatility, it may be a good time to review these common terms.
Understanding FDIC Insurance
FDIC insurance was designed to protect your deposited funds, but do you know how? This article answers that question.
The Investment Risk No One’s Ever Heard Of
You face a risk for which the market does not compensate you, that can not be easily reduced through diversification.
A Brief History of Estate Taxes
Federal estate taxes have long been a source of funding for the federal government.
Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement
A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.
Managing Money as a Couple
Keys to preparing to grow wealthy together.
Caring for Aging Parents
As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.
What You Should Do About Insurance Following a Divorce
In the face of divorce, making changes to insurance coverage may be overlooked.
Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence
This attention-grabbing infographic covers retirement topics you may not have considered.
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Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
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.
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Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.
Stay Safe with a Business Owner's Policy
Learn the advantages of Business Owner's Policies with this highly educational and fun animated video.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?