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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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Understanding Equity Compensation
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Gap Insurance for Leased Cars
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The Threat of Identity Theft
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Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
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.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
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The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
How Cash Apps Work
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?