Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Welcome to Eastman Financial, LLC, a 401k plan advisor, investment management and financial planning firm based in Atlanta, GA. We understand both small businesses and individuals face a unique set of challenges in preparing for retirement and protecting their assets. As a Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist, Certified Financial Planner, and Registered Representatives of Cetera Advisors LLC, we’re uniquely qualified to help small businesses and individuals attain their retirement goals.
Whether your goal is providing a “Best in Class” retirement plan for employees, managing investment risk, or creating a retirement income stream you can never outlive, our goal is to help you achieve your goals.
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While a company retirement plan is one of the best benefits you can offer to attract and retain a quality workforce, it also carries a serious fiduciary duty that requires effective plan governance.
Retirement Plans for Small Businesses
Effective financial planning is much more than savings and investments. It requires developing a strategy based on a careful assessment of future needs and goals that will weather changing economic conditions, volatile markets, and stand the test of time…
Financial & Retirement Income Planning
We offer numerous investment management platforms ranging from “in-house” portfolios of mutual funds to independent, institutional third-party money managers.
Investment ManagementHelpful Content
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
Simple Strategies for Tax-Intelligent Cash Flow
Looking to minimize taxes? Learn how understanding cash flow can help you keep more of your money and work toward your goals.
When to Self-Insure
Choosing to bear the financial burden of an adverse event is called self-insuring. Do you know what that entails?
What Is a 1035 Exchange?
1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.
How Insurance Supports Your Financial Goals
Discover how insurance can protect your income, family, and future while supporting long-term strategic financial planning.
Reviewing Your Life Insurance Needs
Learn how the review process works and how it may help you better understand your Life Insurance.
Money Myth: You Can’t Bounce Back from Retirement Setbacks
Learn how to plan for inflation, make up for lost time and adjust retirement savings goals as you approach the next chapter.
Glossary of Scam Terms
A helpful glossary of current scams.
Will Power
Preparing for the eventual distribution of your assets may not sound enticing. But a will puts the power in your hands.
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Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
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Where Is the Market Headed?
We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Finding the Balance
The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.
Investments
You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.
When Markets React
When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.