Understanding Today's Financial Environment
Welcome to Kachel Financial Group in Brookfield, WI. We understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether you are investing for retirement, college savings or estate planning, our personalized service focuses your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.
Our professionals have years of experience in financial services. We can help you address your needs of today and for many years to come. We look forward to working with you through all stages of your life, please call (262) 784-1938.
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Financial Aid for Students 101
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Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
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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.
Teen Drinking and Your Liability
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Budgeting After a Divorce
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Password Protection Strategies
Simple steps may help you foil hackers and protect your privacy.
Preparing for the Expected
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Medicare At 65+
65 or older? It may be time to enroll in Medicare. Read to learn if you’re eligible.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
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Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
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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Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Should You Ever Retire?
A growing number of Americans are pushing back the age at which they plan to retire. Or deciding not to retire at all.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.