Welcome to my new Web site, where you’ll find a wealth of information including:  newsletter articles, calculators, and research reports.

Today's markets are fast-paced and ever changing.  This Web site is designed to be your primary source for the financial information you need to navigate our dynamic world of investing.

As you browse, you will gain a better understanding of the financial concepts behind insurance, investing, retirement, estate planning, and wealth preservation.  

What you read here will hopefully inspire you to better your own portfolio and financial future.  When it does, please contact me so together we can make your new financial goals a reality. 

I hope you take advantage of this resource and visit it often. Be sure to add this site to your list of "favorites" in your Internet browser.

 

 

Congratulations to Kristin E. Hillsley for being recognized in the November 2011 issue of Philadelphia Magazine as a 2011 Five Star Professional Wealth Manager.  Five Star  Professional conducted intense research, determining the wealth managers in the Philadelphia area who rated highest in overall client satisfaction.  This list of 2011 Five Star Professional Wealth Managers is an elite group, representing less than seven percent of the wealth managers in the Greater Philadephia region.

Janney is proud to have Kristin as one of our leading financial advisors. 

 
Calculators

Personal Inflation Rate

Is your personal inflation rate higher or lower than the CPI?

Savings Goals

How much do you need to save each year to meet your long-term financial goals?

Retirement Portfolio Lifespan

How Long Will Your Funds Last?

Federal Income Tax

This calculator can help you estimate your annual federal income tax liability.

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Newsletters

Put It in Writing

A high level of job satisfaction is fairly typical of business owners, but it can also be a hindrance if it keeps them from thinking about a planned exit strategy. A written exit plan could help you avoid surprises.

Be Ready for a Change in Interest Rates

Fluctuating interest rates can be challenging for bond investors who want to reinvest their principal. When rates are low, they may have to accept lower yields; when rates rise when principal is tied up, they may not be able to benefit. One strategy to help manage reinvestment risk is to build a bond ladder.

The Difference Between the Debt and the Deficit

The terms "debt" and "deficit" are often used interchangeably to describe the federal government's financial situation, yet they have significantly different meanings. This explanation of the budget deficit and the national debt may help readers understand the conversation.

What Kind of Investor Are You?

Although most Americans seem to understand that investment involves risk, there is a wide spectrum in how much risk each investor is willing to assume. Among the factors to consider are comfort level, time horizon, and net worth. This article helps investors to consider their appropriate level of risk.

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