Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Welcome, we are Frederick R. Blair and Jeffery Kirk, financial consultants in Harrisburg, PA. 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 (717) 695-7809.
Helpful Content
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
Keep Your Umbrella Handy
Umbrella liability can be a fairly inexpensive way to help shelter current assets and future income from the unexpected.
What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.
What If You Get Audited?
The chances of an IRS audit aren't that high. And being audited does not necessarily imply that the IRS suspects wrongdoing.
Social Security: Maximizing Benefits
There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.
IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty
The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.
The Value of Insuring Against Life’s Risks
Building wealth requires protection from the forces of wealth destruction.
The Economic Journey of Your Morning Coffee
Few contemplate the complex journey that brought their coffee from farm to kitchen table.
Alternative Investments - Going Mainstream
Alternative investments are going mainstream for accredited investors. It’s critical to sort through the complexity.
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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.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
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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Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.
Your DNA Test
A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
How Cash Apps Work
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.