Kathy Jabour, CFP®
Welcome to my Web site. I believe that good financial decisions don't have to be confusing.
I've created this Web site to help you gain a better understanding of the financial concepts behind insurance, investing, retirement planning, estate planning and wealth preservation. Most importantly, I hope you see the value of working with a skilled professional to pursue your financial goals.
This site will not only introduce you to me and Money Smart Seminars, but it will also offer a wealth of educational materials - articles, newsletters, calculators and other tools designed to keep you up-to-date on financial issues, strategies and trends. This material is updated frequently.
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. I frequently update the information and I wouldn't want you to miss any developments in the area of personal finance.
Newsletters
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The Employment Situation: A Closely Watched Report
Among all the economic indicators released each month, the Employment Situation is one of the most highly anticipated and can move financial markets.
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Locked Out? How to Break Into Today’s Housing Market
Homeownership can still be an attainable goal, but it may take more planning, flexibility, and creativity than it did in the past.
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What Can You Learn from Your Tax Return?
Tax season may be over, but a completed tax return offers information that can help with financial strategy for the rest of the year.
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Online Shopping in the Tariff Era
Even small online purchases that are shipped from outside the United States must now pass through customs — and are likely to incur duties.
Calculators
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Cost of Retirement
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.
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Mortgage Refinancing
Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.
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Impact of Inflation
Estimate the future cost of an item based on today’s prices and the rate of inflation you expect.
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IRA Eligibility
Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.