Jim Kekeris President Kekeris Financial Group
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Helpful Content
How Financial Professionals Are Compensated
Read this overview to learn how financial advisors are compensated.
Split Annuity Strategy
Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Choose Your Own Retirement Adventure
Retirement is one of the greatest adventures you’ll have. Which retirement adventure will you choose?
Understanding the Basics of Medigap Policies
Important as it is, Medicare does not cover the full range of health-care expenses you may experience in your golden years.
Alternative Investments - Going Mainstream
Alternative investments are going mainstream for accredited investors. It’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about if annuities are right.
What Is a 1031 Exchange?
A look at 1031 Exchanges, a real estate investment strategy that may allow you to defer your capital gains taxes.
A Home Insurance Claim: To File Or Not To File
Learn when it may not make sense to file a claim on your home insurance.
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What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
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To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
The Wild West of Data Theft
Learn about cyber liability insurance in this entertaining video.
16 Wall Street Cliches in 60 Seconds
Pundits say a lot of things about the markets. Let's see if you can keep up.