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
Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Home
If your clients are buying or selling a home, use this to help them determine if they qualify for capital gains taxes.
Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.
Universal Life Insurance
Universal life insurance is permanent insurance with a flexible premium. Here's how it works.
Could the Right Firm Culture Elevate You?
Joining the right team culture can help you grow and thrive.
Five Most Overlooked Tax Deductions
Five overlooked tax deductions to help manage your tax bill.
Retiring Wild: National Parks and You
Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.
Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement
Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.
Should You Borrow from Your 401(k)?
Does it make sense to borrow from my 401(k) to pay off debt or to make a major purchase?
What's My 2026 Tax Bracket?
Check out this handy reference of updated ranges from the IRS in case your designated bracket has changed.
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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
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Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
When Markets React
When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
The Wild West of Data Theft
Learn about cyber liability insurance in this entertaining video.
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?