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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Building Your Legacy
A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
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.
Preparing for the Expected
You can plan ahead to protect yourself and your family against the financial consequences of deteriorating health.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
Fixed or Variable Mortgage, Which Should You Pick?
When selecting a mortgage, one of the most critical choices is between a fixed or variable interest-rate mortgage.
Insuring Your Business Against Cyber Liability
90% of small businesses in the U.S. don't protect their data from cyber attacks. Is your business at risk?
A House Divided
By understanding a few key concepts during a divorce, you may be able to avoid common pitfalls.
Managing the Risk of Outliving Your Money
Steps to help you sustain and grow your retirement savings.
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Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
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The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.