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.
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Protecting Your Home Against Flood Loss
Protect yourself against the damage that your homeowners policy doesn’t cover.
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The terms Medicare and Medicaid sound similar but are two very different things. Learn the differences in this informative article.
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What’s the deal with your yearly free credit report?
When Heirs are Imperfect
The money problems or bad lifestyle habits of adult children could lead to the squandering of any inheritance they receive.
Protecting Your Business from the Loss of a Key Person
Business owners may be able to protect themselves from the financial consequences of losing a key employee.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Insuring Your Business Against Cyber Liability
90% of small businesses in the U.S. don't protect their data from cyber attacks. Is your business at risk?
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How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
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Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
Here are 3 quick tips to keep in mind when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
How to Bake a Pie-R-A
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Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.