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May 23, 2012 @ 01:33 AM

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Axa Advisors

Jay D. Keener, ChFC, CLU

As a financial professional with AXA Advisors, LLC, I'm dedicated to helping individuals and businesses address their financial objectives. The financial service marketplace is constantly changing and requires that financial professionals continuously develop their professional skills. I have regularly attended industry training and certification programs. This includes completing the curriculum and passing the exams for the following programs: Chartered Life Underwriter from the American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania Chartered Financial Consultant from the American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania My academic achievements include: Bachelor of Arts Degree from Wichita State University Masters Degree from Wichita State University To expand my knowledge and grow professionally, I recently completed the course work for a Wharton Certificate in Retirement Planning. The Certificate was awarded based on completion of a training program at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. My education, 32 years of experience, and professional affiliations have fostered my common sense approach to offering financial services to my clients. My philosophy is to help my clients develop a financial strategy that is consistant with their financial goals and investment objectives, and then if suitable, provide the appropriate products and services to help fund that strategy. Maintaining a strong sense of community and a solid professional foundation are very important to me.

My community activities and professional affiliations include: 

Wichita Estate Planning Council

Past President, Wichita Chapter of National Association of Financial Advisors

Past President, Wichita Chapter of the Society of Financial Services

Life Member,Million Dollar Round Table

Member, Andover Area Chamber of Commerce

Member, Andover Optimist Club

My wife of 45 years, Sandy, and I live in Andover, Kansas.

Newsletters

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The 2010 Tax Relief Act raised the lifetime gift-tax exclusion to $5 million. This means it could be a good time to make the most of tax-free gift transfers. If so, it's important to understand the annual and lifetime gift exemption limits, as well as which gifts might not be subject to them.

HOT TOPIC: European News Causes Market Mood Swings

In recent weeks, the yields on Italian bonds spiked to more than 7%, suggesting the sovereign debt crisis was spreading to a much larger economy and eluding the European Union’s efforts to contain it. The U.S. stock and bond markets have responded to the headlines coming out of Europe. This article explores the role of political risk in U.S. financial market volatility.

What Kind of Investor Are You?

Although most Americans seem to understand that investment involves risk, there is a wide spectrum in how much risk each investor is willing to assume. Among the factors to consider are comfort level, time horizon, and net worth. This article helps investors to consider their appropriate level of risk.

HOT TOPIC: Could High Oil and Gas Prices Derail the Recovery?

Gas prices began the year higher than normal and increased sharply. The forecast is for prices to rise to record highs by summer. But it’s not just drivers who are feeling pain at the pump. This article will explain some possible reasons why gas prices have been rising and discuss the potential implications for consumers, businesses, and the broader U.S. economy.

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Contact Info

Phone: Office (316)263-5761 Direct (316)201-9307

jay.keener @axa-advisors.com

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