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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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Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
How to Keep Building Wealth When Costs Rise
Rising costs affect all areas of life. Learn how to build a financial strategy to combat inflation.
Navigating Retirement Pitfalls
Why are they made again and again? Making sense of these errors in judgment.
Rebalancing Your Portfolio
Over time, different investments' performances can shift a portfolio’s intent and risk profile. Rebalancing may be critical.
Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Home
If your clients are buying or selling a home, use this to help them determine if they qualify for capital gains taxes.
Estate Strategies of the Rich and Famous
The examples of famous celebrities underline the need for a clear estate strategy.
The Investment Risk No One’s Ever Heard Of
You face a risk for which the market does not compensate you, that can not be easily reduced through diversification.
What You Should Do About Insurance Following a Divorce
In the face of divorce, making changes to insurance coverage may be overlooked.
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Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
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.
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Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
When Markets React
When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
The Wild West of Data Theft
Learn about cyber liability insurance in this entertaining video.