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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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Higher Rates Pressure Borrowers and Some Banks: Is Your Money Safe?
In 2023, large bank failures brought renewed attention to the risks banks take to earn money, the role of the FDIC, and the insurance that covers customer deposits.
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A Pension Strategy That May Boost Your Income
A strategy called pension maximization may enable a married pensioner to elect the higher payments of a single-life annuity while also providing for the spouse’s financial future.
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Phased Retirement Can Help Smooth the Transition
The article explains why a phased retirement program can be a positive experience for employees, employers, and customers.
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Catch Up for a More Comfortable Retirement
Only a third of U.S. workers age 50 and older feel they are on track to enjoy a comfortable retirement, but there are opportunities to build substantial savings late in a working career.
Calculators
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Retirement Plan Early Distribution
Estimate how much would remain after paying income taxes and penalties if you took an early distribution from a retirement plan.
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Net Worth
A balance sheet summarizes your assets and liabilities and reveals your net worth.
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Mortgage Acceleration
This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.