Helping You Achieve a Successful Retirement
Welcome to The McDonald Group, Inc., a financial organization located in Jackson, Tennessee. By understanding that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement, we can help you feel more confident about not outliving your retirement income. We can also help solve the mystery of which Medicare-related insurance program will serve you best during retirement. The McDonald Group helps you plan for a comfortable retirement. We are considered the one stop shop for insurance products and financial services by over 5,000 West Tennessee retirees.
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Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
The Cost of Procrastination
Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.
The Five Basics of Financial Literacy
How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.
Roth IRA for Kids
Learn about the benefits and requirements of opening a Roth IRA for kids.
Asset Allocation
Consider how your assets are allocated and if that allocation is consistent with your time frame and risk tolerance.
Insurance Needs Assessment: Married With Children
When you’re married and have children, insurance needs will be different.
Fallen Tree Damage—Who Pays?
Your liability for damages that occur when a tree on your property falls on your neighbor’s property is not clear cut.
Keep Your Umbrella Handy
Umbrella liability can be a fairly inexpensive way to help shelter current assets and future income from the unexpected.
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
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Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
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From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.