At The Hancock Group, Inc. we assist our clients in helping them to achieve their financial independence by: 

 

Developing a consistent
savings/investment plan

Preparing for
a comfortable retirement

Providing for all of the
unexpected events in life

Whatever your goals,
we can help you get there.

Our Services

Insurance Planning Services We Offer | The Hancock Group

Insurance

Life Insurance Life insurance is a key part of any financial plan. What would happen to your family if you were no longer there to take care of them? What dreams do you have for them? What dreams do they have for themselves? Are those dreams possible without you in the picture? Life insurance is unlike any other financial product. What other assets can you to transfer to your loved
Fixed Annuities For Retirement Planning | The Hancock Group

Annuities

Fixed Annuities Retirement Dreams: Something to Think About… When you think retirement, do you think fixed investment? If so, then your retirement savings might be gradually eaten away by taxes and inflation. Though they offer safety and liquidity, some investments do not offer tax deferral or penalty free access to money. The Power of Tax Deferral If you are in a 28% tax bracket and have a taxable investment earning
Financial Investment Planning Services | The Hancock Group

Investments

IRA Retirement For Individuals Which retirement savings options are right for you? The answer depends on your individual circumstances and number of years until retirement. It also depends on other factors such as availability and type of investment choices, fees, tax considerations, and accessibility of your funds. For many investors, an IRA may be a great answer. An IRA can be an excellent way to save for and generate income
Charitable Giving Strategies & Planning | The Hancock Group

Planning

Charitable Planning Did you know that there is more money given to charities in the United States than in any other country in the world? In 2003, more than $2,046,921,512,436 was given to non-profit agencies, which does not include money given to organizations not registered. Have you ever thought about charitable giving as part of your family's planning? One common misperception is that people don't feel that they have enough
Employee Benefits For Business Owners | The Hancock Group

Employee Benefits

Short Term Disability Short term disability can be a very important employee benefit. Since the majority of disability claims last less than six months, a short term disability plan can be extremely beneficial. STD plans are usually set up to include elimination periods for both accident and sickness. For example, a plan might have a 0/8 elimination period which means 0 day elimination for accidents and 8 days for sickness

Our Team

Craig M. Kilmer | Vice President | The Hancock Group

Craig M. Kilmer

Craig serves as Vice President of The Hancock Group, Inc. and provides leadership and direction for the firm.  Craig...

Robert Donlan | Chief Operating Officer | The Hancock Group

Robert E. Donlan CLU®

As Chief Operating Officer of The Hancock Group, Inc., Rob provides oversight of day-to-day operations, technology, and...

Jill M. Hannah | Managing Director | The Hancock Group

Jill M. Hannah

Managing Director of The Hancock Group, Inc. Jill has been associated with the organization since 1974 and has been...

Walter J Sedlock III | Member, Secretary | The Hancock Group

Walter J Sedlock III

Wally serves as a member of the board of directors, and as Secretary, of The Hancock Group, Inc.  Also, as President...

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News & Blogs

Countdown to College

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Categories
College
Preparation
Financing
Loans
Scholarships
Debt
Today, the average college graduate owes $38,375 in debt, while the average salary for a recent graduate is $68,516. Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way—starting in the first year of high school.

A Decision Not Made Is Still a Decision

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Whether through inertia or trepidation, investors who put off important investment decisions might consider the admonition offered by motivational speaker Brian Tracy, "Almost any decision is better than no decision at all." This investment inaction is played out in many ways, often silently, invisibly, and with potential consequences to an individual’s future financial security. Let's review some of the forms this takes.

NATIONAL FINANCIAL LITERACY MONTH

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Categories
Finances
Literacy
Kids and Money
April is National Financial Literacy Month, providing an excellent opportunity to enhance your understanding of personal finance. Whether you're starting your financial journey or have years of experience, improving your knowledge of saving and budgeting is always beneficial.