The Advisors Group of Chicago, LLC.

Independent Wealth Planning & Management

 

Welcome to The Advisors Group of Chicago, L.L.C.

We provide independent financial advisory and investment management services to individuals, families and small businesses.

Clients can access their account information by clicking Link to Your Accounts on the left margin.

Calculators

Taxable Equivalent Yield

Calculate the rate of return you would have to receive from a taxable investment to realize an equivalent tax-exempt yield.

IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.

Long-Term Care Self Insurance

Will you be able to afford nursing home care?

Retirement Portfolio Lifespan

How Long Will Your Funds Last?

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Newsletters

Where There's a Will, There's a Way

Only 35% of Americans have a will, yet it's a relatively simple legal document that every adult should have, regardless of wealth or age. Dying without a will can lead to unwanted outcomes and potential problems for heirs. This article discusses the importance of a will and other estate conservation documents.

There’s Still Time to Catch Up

Worker confidence in affording a comfortable retirement fell to a record low in 2011, but investors aged 50 and older may be able to make up for lost time by maximizing contributions to retirement plans and taking advantage of catch-up contribution limits. The accompanying chart shows the potential difference in accumulation by taking advantage of catch-up contributions.

Help Chart the Future of Your Family Business

The transition from one generation to the next is considered to be one of the biggest risks to the survival of a family-owned business. A thoughtful succession strategy not only outlines when and how ownership should be transferred but also takes tax implications, family relationships, and other sensitive issues into account.

HOT TOPIC: Current Economic Conditions and the Prospect for Inflation

Inflation jumped up to 3.2% in April. That’s still below the 50-year average but it may be little consolation for anyone who has been to a gas station or a grocery store recently.

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