Helping Clients Invest in Their Financial Dreams
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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Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
Risk Perspective
Is it possible to avoid loss? Not entirely, but you can attempt to manage risk.
Do You Owe The AMT?
If you want to avoid potential surprises at tax time, it may make sense to know where you stand when it comes to the AMT.
What's My 2026 Tax Bracket?
Check out this handy reference of updated ranges from the IRS in case your designated bracket has changed.
Don’t Be Your Own Worst Enemy
Emotional biases can adversely impact financial decision making. Here’s a few to be mindful of.
Diversification, Patience, and Consistency
Three important factors when it comes to your financial life.
The History of Currency
Currency has been around for a long time. Here's a quick history lesson.
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College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
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Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
Where Is the Market Headed?
We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?