Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Welcome. I’m Ken Jones CLU, ChFC, AIF, a financial professional at an independently managed firm in Beachwood, Ohio who can help understand today's financial environment. I understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement. I can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow through the resources of Cetera Advisors. Whether your goal is saving for retirement, college or your estate strategy, our personalized service focuses on your financial needs, goals and objectives.
I have over 19 years of experience in financial services. I can help you address your needs of today and for many years to come. I look forward to working with you through all stages of your life and becoming a lifetime resource. Please call me at (216) 378-7558.
Helpful Content
A Home Insurance Claim: To File Or Not To File
Learn when it may not make sense to file a claim on your home insurance.
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about whether annuities are right.
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.
Variable Universal Life Insurance
Variable Universal Life is permanent insurance in which the policyholder directs how premiums are invested.
Prescription Drug Benefits Under Medicare (Part D)
Do you need to enroll in Medicare Part D? Read this article to learn more about whether you need this coverage
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
Making a Charitable Contribution
There are benefits and limitations when you decide to donate stock.
Insurance Needs Assessment: When You're Young and Single
Even if you’re young and single, you should still consider protecting yourself.
How Retirement Spending Changes With Time
It can be difficult for clients to imagine how much they’ll spend in retirement. This short, insightful article is useful for jumpstarting a conversation about retirement spending, spending habits, and potential medical costs.
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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
Saving for Retirement
This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.
Impact of Taxes and Inflation
Estimate the potential impact taxes and inflation can have on the purchasing power of an investment.
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
This calculator estimates how much life insurance you would need to meet your family's needs if you were to die prematurely.
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Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
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No Cash, No Checks, No Problem
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.