Welcome to Jim Kelly Inc.
For the last 20 years, I have helped families plan for their futures by offering independent comprehensive financial consulting services. What’s really different about me is that understand how all the pieces fit together.
Basically, I do two things.
1. With experience in finance, taxation, insurance and investments, I oversee many aspects of my clients' financial affairs. I want to be the Chief Financial Officer to some families. This is a long-term relationship with regular contact in a process designed to help people meet their financial goals.
2. I assist people with more immediate or short-term interests. This process is addressed more on my page titled – “Problem Solving”. Click on the "Services" tab.
Helpful Content
Insurance Needs Assessment: For Empty Nesters and Retirees
Do your insurance needs stay the same when the nest empties?
Death is No Excuse
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
What You Should Do About Insurance Following a Divorce
In the face of divorce, making changes to insurance coverage may be overlooked.
Buying vs. Leasing a Car
Whatever your relationship with your car, it may eventually come time for a new one. Familiarize yourself with your options.
Choosing a Business Structure
Entrepreneurs all face the same question, “Which business structure should I adopt?”
A Taxing Story: Capital Gains and Losses
Understanding how capital gains are taxed may help you refine your investment strategies.
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
Getting a Head Start on College Savings
A few strategies that may help you prepare for the cost of higher education.
Term vs. Permanent Life Insurance
When considering life insurance, it's important to understand your options.
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Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
This calculator helps determine your pre-tax and after-tax dividend yield on a particular stock.
Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
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5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
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When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Events on Wall Street
Can successful investors predict changes in the markets? Some can but others miss the market’s signals.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Do you know these three personal finance sayings?
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?