The Thom Group
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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
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…
Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.
How to Appeal Your Property Taxes
For homeowners who think their property taxes are too high, there are ways to appeal.
A Decision Not Made Is Still a Decision
Investors who put off important investment decisions may face potential consequence to their future financial security.
Investment Challenges of the Affluent Investor
Affluent investors face unique challenges when putting together an investment strategy. Make sure you keep these in mind.
The Pre-Retirement Checklist
This checklist can give you a quick snapshot of how prepared you are.
Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough?
Having an emergency fund may help alleviate the stress and worry associated with a financial crisis.
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What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
What Is My Risk Tolerance?
This questionnaire will help determine your tolerance for investment risk.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
Federal Income Tax
Use this calculator to estimate your income tax liability along with average and marginal tax rates.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
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5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
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The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
The Other Sure Thing
Though we don’t like to think about it, all of us will make an exit sometime. Are you prepared?
Can Election Results Predict the Market?
How do the markets usually react to elections? Was the 2016 election any different?
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.