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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HOT TOPIC: Soft Landing or Delayed Recession?
This article looks at the current state of U.S. economic activity and the prospects for continued growth as higher interest rates work their way through the economy.
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Do You Have These Key Estate Planning Documents?
This article provides an overview of four estate planning documents that almost everyone should have: a durable power of attorney, a medical directive, a will, and a letter of instruction.
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Debit or Credit — What’s the Difference?
This article explains why it may be better to use a credit card for certain transactions, as long as the bill is paid on time to avoid interest charges.
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On the Move Again: International Travel Tips
Are you planning a foreign vacation? This article offers some suggestions that might help keep it on track.
Calculators
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Loan Payoff
How much will it cost to pay off a loan over its lifetime?
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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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College Funding
Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.
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Life Insurance
How much life insurance would you need to produce a sufficient income stream for your family?