Hello, and welcome to our web site. Mike Brooks, Valerie Downs, Brent Gorter, and Curry Nicholson are financial advisors with Mike Brooks and Associates located in Bardstown, Kentucky. Wanting to help people is what first attracted us to the financial services industry, and that is what has kept us going throughout our careers.
At Mike Brooks and Associates, our team works to help prepare clients, their families and their businesses for the unexpected turns life often takes, and to help guide them toward a sound financial future.
Whether you are interested in life insurance protection for your family, education and college funding for your children, saving and planning for your retirement, or the growth of your business, we want to help you achieve your goals by designing a financial strategy specific to your needs based on what is important to you.
If we can be of assistance to you, your family, or your business in helping to make your financial goals a reality, please contact a member of our team for a no-cost consultation.
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Newsletters
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Tracking the Fed’s Progress on Disinflation
This article compares the key inflation measures that economists and investors are watching for signs of easing price pressures.
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How to Kill Your Zombie Subscriptions
With inflation cutting into consumers’ purchasing power, getting rid of a few unnecessary recurring charges could be a painless way to help balance the household budget.
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Home Energy Tax Credits
There are two separate federal tax credits available for home installation of certain energy efficient or clean energy property. Learn more.
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How a Family Limited Partnership Can Power an Estate Plan
A family limited partnership is a legal agreement that enables business owners and their heirs to address succession, estate, and tax planning needs, all at once.
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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Life Insurance
How much life insurance would you need to produce a sufficient income stream for your family?
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Loan Payoff
How much will it cost to pay off a loan over its lifetime?
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College Funding
Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.