Welcome to GBA Financial, your independent full-service financial firm in Rochester, Illinois. We are here to help you take a proactive approach to your personal financial situation while remaining committed to a high standard of integrity and professionalism. We look forward to using our experience to help you pursue your financial goals.
Services We Offer Jenny L. Foster, CFP® Contact Us
Helpful Content
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
Four Steps to Valuing an Estate
Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.
What to Look for in Personal Finance Apps
An increasing number have been developed to help individuals with their personal finances.
Prevent a Rift: Money Tips for Newlyweds
Couples may be able to head off many of the problems in a marriage that money can cause.
Gap Insurance for Leased Cars
If you’re thinking of leasing a new car, then you shouldn’t forget about gap insurance.
Year-End Charitable Gifting and You
This article may help you maximize the benefits of your donation for your chosen charity.
Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know
Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.
Estimating the Cost of College
This worksheet can help you estimate the costs of a four-year college program.
The Anatomy of an Index
The S&P 500 represents a large portion of the value of the U.S. equity market, it may be worth understanding.
View all articles 
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do
Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
View all calculators
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
When Markets React
When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?