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Welcome to the Ostheim Financial Group web site! We are a full service company specializing in retirement and estate planning. Our main goal is to educate and assist individuals in reducing taxes while lowering overall risk and preserving assets.
Jeff Ostheim, president of Ostheim FINANCIAL GROUP, INC., and a Registered Representative of LPL Financial, has been working in the financial services industry for over 25 years. Jeff is dedicated to helping individuals develop sound and comprehensive investment strategy that fits various needs and objectives.
Feel free to browse our site. Knowledge is Power! You will find a variety of articles, research and reports that may help answer a question you have or stimulate another question. If you can not find the answer to your question, or would just like further information, click contact or call us at our toll free number. (1-877-225-2995)
Newsletters
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Individual Bonds vs. Bond Funds: What’s the Difference?
Individual bonds and bond funds can both provide an income stream, but there are important differences. This article provides an overview of these two types of investments.
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A New Year, A New Opportunity to Save with a 529 Plan
This article explains how a 529 plan can help a family save for college, including recent changes that have made these plans more flexible.
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On the Move Again: International Travel Tips
Are you planning a foreign vacation? This article offers some suggestions that might help keep it on track.
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Roth 401(k) News: Is It Time to Rethink How You Save for Retirement?
High-income participants will not be allowed to make pre-tax catch-up contributions to a traditional 401(k) or similar plan starting in 2026, but they will be able to contribute to a workplace Roth.
Calculators
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Required Minimum Distributions
Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employer's retirement plan after you turn age 73.
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Life Expectancy
Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.
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Long-Term Care Self Insurance
Will you be able to afford nursing home care?