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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Understanding the Alternate Valuation Date
Executors can value the estate on the date of death, or on its six-month anniversary —the “Alternate Valuation Date."
Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence
This attention-grabbing infographic covers retirement topics you may not have considered.
Insurance Needs Assessment: For Empty Nesters and Retirees
Do your insurance needs stay the same when the nest empties?
Problems with Probate
Probate can be a completely public process, or it can be managed to include as little information as possible.
Avoiding Cognitive Decline
Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.
Does Your Credit Score Affect Your Insurance Rates?
Your credit score may influence how much you pay for auto and home insurance.
Deciding When to Take Social Security
One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.
Prescription Drug Benefits Under Medicare (Part D)
Do you need to enroll in Medicare Part D? Read this article to learn more about whether you need this coverage
Countdown to College
Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.
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How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
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Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?