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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The Three Keys to a Great Password
Have fun and learn how to craft the perfect password with the help of this highly engaging infographic.
How Income Taxes Work
A quick look at how federal income taxes work.
Retiring Wild: National Parks and You
Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.
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.
The Most Overlooked Item of Any Home Improvement
The item most homeowners forget on their home improvement project checklist is insurance.
Volunteering in Retirement
For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.
Find That Lost Retirement Account
With over 24 million “forgotten” 401(k) accounts, you may be surprised to learn of your unclaimed “found” money.
The ABCs of Zero Coupon Bonds
Understanding some basic concepts may help you assess whether zero-coupon bonds have a place in your portfolio.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
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My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
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Investments
You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.