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With something as personal as your finances, it’s important to work with an advisor you trust and with whom you want to work for the long-term. After all, building a financial plan is not a one-time event; it is an ongoing process that requires adjustments as your life or goals change. At Kirkby, Phelan & Associates, we want to fill this role in your life. We welcome the opportunity to guide you along your financial path. Contact us to take the first step.
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All Muni Bonds Are Not Created Equal
Gaining a better understanding of municipal bonds makes more sense than ever.
How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
AI Tools Changing Retiree Entrepreneurship
The impact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can have on retirees with a consulting or small business venture.
Medicare At 65+
65 or older? It may be time to enroll in Medicare. Read to learn if you’re eligible.
Healthcare Costs That Catch Retirees Off Guard
An article on three healthcare costs that often catch retirees off guard.
How Income Taxes Work
A quick look at how federal income taxes work.
A Decision Not Made Is Still a Decision
Investors who put off important investment decisions may face potential consequences to their future financial security.
Understanding Money Market Funds
Check out this brief article which explores the role Money Market Funds may play in your portfolio.
Building a Solid Financial Foundation
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Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
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RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities
What is your plan for health care during retirement?
The Other Sure Thing
A new LIMRA study shows that 40% of Americans believe the death of a primary wage earner would cause financial challenges.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.