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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

Be Ready for a Change in Interest Rates

Fluctuating interest rates can be challenging for bond investors who want to reinvest their principal. When rates are low, they may have to accept lower yields; when rates rise when principal is tied up, they may not be able to benefit. One strategy to help manage reinvestment risk is to build a bond ladder.

Settling on a Salary

As a company's profit situation improves, business owners may be in a position to decide whether to take home a larger salary or use more of the proceeds to invest for the future. This article discusses the possibility of choosing a business-owner salary that allows for other benefits, such as building the business, saving more for retirement, and adding employee benefits.

HOT TOPIC: Why Watch the Employment Situation

Labor reports showed some signs of improvement in the second half of 2011. This article takes a closer look at the official reports that track employment, factors that held back job creation after the recession officially ended, and whether recent gains are enough to spark more robust growth.

Retirement Plans for Small Businesses

With standard 401(k) plans, the amount a company's owners can contribute to their own retirement account is often restricted by how much other employees contribute to the plan. With the safe harbor option, owners may be able to make larger contributions for themselves in exchange for making tax-deductible contributions or "matches" for employees.

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Calculators

Loan Payoff

How much will it cost to pay off a loan over its lifetime?

Home Affordability

Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.

Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.

Mortgage Acceleration

This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.

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Contact Info

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

jay.keener @axa-advisors.com

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