The Thom Group
Investments & Insurance
Gain from an independent perspective.
The Thom Group is an independently owned financial consulting firm with more than 86 years of combined dedicated personalized service to our clients. Our independence allows us to offer you an unbiased objective approach to serving your investment needs.
Whether you are just starting to save for your future, or are a seasoned investor, The Thom Group has the financial management experience to direct you towards addressing your objectives. We also offer financial and investment services through Independent Financial Group to business owners and their employees. In addition, we also offer a wide array of insurance services as well. Our commitment is to always provide unbiased advice, impeccable service, and diversified financial resources to serve your individual needs … that’s one benefit of an independent perspective.
Helpful Content
Problems with Probate
Probate can be a completely public process, or it can be managed to include as little information as possible.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We’d like to be one of them.
Best-Performing Asset Classes
Bonds may outperform stocks one year only to have stocks rebound the next.
Tax Reform: Before and After
What did the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act change? Here's a quick snapshot.
Money that Buys Good Health is Never Ill Spent
It's important to make sure your retirement strategy anticipates health-care expenses.
Eight Mistakes That Can Upend Your Retirement
There are common mistakes you can avoid when saving for retirement.
An Overview of Renter’s Insurance
Don’t overlook the need for renter’s insurance if you rent your home.
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.
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Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
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Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
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Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.
Can Election Results Predict the Market?
How do the markets usually react to elections? Was the 2016 election any different?
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.