Client Resources

 

 

Oaktree Financial Advisors, Inc.

12900 N. Meridian Street

Suite 130

Carmel, IN  46032

317-818-1631

1-877-901-1631 toll-free

 

 

Securities and investment
advisory services offered
through Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc. (TFA),

member FINRA, SIPC, and
Registered Investment Advisor.

 

Non-securities related products and services are not offered through TFA.  TFA and Oaktree Financial Advisors, Inc. are not affiliated.

 

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Oaktree Financial Advisors
In The News

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Television appearances

September 14, 2009 - WRTV Channel 6 5:00 pm news

  Ed discusses financial issues Lilly employees should consider in light of the restructuring announcement

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December 30, 2008 - WTHR Channel 13 11:00 pm news

  Ed discusses last minute tax saving opportunities

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October 6, 2008 - WTHR Channel 13 11:00 pm news

  Ed discusses what to do in wake of the recent market volatility

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August 4, 2008 - WTHR Channel 13 11:00 pm news

  Ed discusses trading in your SUV due to gas prices

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October 1, 2004 - WTHR Channel 13 5:30 pm news

  Chris discusses 72 month zero interest auto loans

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Articles written by or mentioning Chris or Ed

September 13, 2009 - Indianapolis Star
     Should I continue my 401(k) contributions or save cash instead

June 21, 2009 - Indianapolis Star
     How often should I rebalance my investment portfolio?

May 31, 2009 - Indianapolis Star
    
Is now a good time to find retail-related investment bargains?

March 1, 2009 - Indianapolis Star
    
Are preferred shares a safer investment than common stocks?

February 8, 2009 - Indianapolis Star
 
   I am on a fixed income.  How can I stretch my money in 2009?

November 16, 2008 - Indianapolis Star
     Do you have any advice on rebalancing my stock portfolio or 401(k)?

November 2, 2008 - Indianapolis Star
     Is it better to purchase disability insurance at my job or on my own?

August 3, 2008 - Indianapolis Star
     My real estate agent can't sell my house.  Is there another way to go?

July 20, 2008 - Indianapolis Star
     My spouse and I argue a lot over money. How can we keep the peace?

May 11, 2008 - Indianapolis Star
     Does a Roth 401(k) have advantages over a traditional 401(k)?

April 17, 2008 - Indianapolis Star
     Lilly looks to trim 500 local jobs

April 6, 2008 - Indianapolis Star
     What are key details of the tax rebate package and how can I get it?

February 24, 2008 - Indianapolis Star
     Underwater stock options

December 21, 2007 - Indianapolis Star
     Is contributing to my company 401(k) the best way to save for retirement?

October 12, 2007 - Indianapolis Star
     Do I need a personal finance software program?  Which one is the best?

September 7, 2007 - Indianapolis Star
     What life insurance type gives you the most value for your money?

June 22, 2007 - Indianapolis Star
     Should a home-equity loan be used to pay off credit-card debt or loans?

May 11, 2007 - Indianapolis Star
     Should I max out my 401(k) or also invest in other retirement vehicles?

December 15, 2006 - Indianapolis Star
     What can I do before the end of the year to reduce my taxes?

September 3, 2006 - Indianapolis Star
     I am considering making home improvements.  Are these tax-deductible?

August 27, 2006 - Indianapolis Star
     Are there advantages in converting a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA?

July 31, 2006 - Indianapolis Business Journal
     Ethanol backer harvesting investors

July 9, 2006 - Indianapolis Star
     When should I consider buying long-term care health insurance?

May 15, 2006 - Indianapolis Business Journal
     Investors often end up being their own worst enemies

April 2, 2006 - Indianapolis Star
     How do I decide how much of my income I should be saving?

January 1, 2006 - Indianapolis Star
     I am 40 years old.  What kind of investment mix is right for me?

November 6, 2005 - Indianapolis Star
     Should I withdraw 401(k) money to pay my child's college tuition?

September 26, 2005 - Indianapolis Business Journal
     Does your 401(k) work as well as most pension plans?

September 2005 - Indianapolis Business Journal Health Care Benefits supplement

 

Too many cashing out of 401(k)s

August 2005 - Inside Indiana Business website
     Does your 401(k) Account Work Like a Pension Plan?

July 2005 - Indianapolis Prime Times
     IRA: A nest egg for retirement and beyond

June 27, 2005 - Indianapolis Star
     Taking Stock: Lilly workers get more 401(k) flexibility

May 12, 2005 - Indianapolis Star
     No guarantee you'll get payout, planner says

April 13, 2005 - Indianapolis Star
     Dollens is among execs at Guidant selling shares

February 27, 2005 - Indianapolis Star
     Guidant sale has hidden cost

November 1, 2004 - Indianapolis Business Journal
     Reevaluating your portfolio can boost your nest egg

September 20, 2004 - Indianapolis Star
     Corner Office - Retirement plan calls for strategy

April 14, 2003 - Inside Indiana Business website
     7 things to do if you're being laid off

April 2003 - Choices: A Retirement Planning Guide, A special supplement to Indianapolis Prime Times and Indianapolis Business Journal
     It's time to 'buy' your retirement

March 10, 2003 - Indianapolis Star
    Financial education eludes workforce

February 10, 2003 - Indianapolis Business Journal
    Adding commissions to tuition plan brings results

January 2003 - Indianapolis Prime Times
    10 things to do if you're being laid off

December 7, 2002 - Indianapolis Star
    Investors tally losses as year's end nears

October 20, 2002 - Indianapolis Star
    Smart investor values balance and discipline

October 2002 - Indianapolis Prime Times
    Avoid five common investment mistakes

September 12, 2002 - Indianapolis Star
    Standards sought for financial planners

July 29, 2002 - Indianapolis Business Journal
    Advisors say market investors aren't panicking

July 25, 2002 - Indianapolis Star
    News buoys stocks

July 2002 - Indiana Business Magazine
    Life Planners - Financial planners offer more than advice on money

May 31, 2002 - Indianapolis Star
    Better talk finances before you say 'I do'

March 22, 2002 - Indianapolis Star
    Braving bonds

March 3, 2002 - Indianapolis Star
    AES is proof that investors must be alert in mergers

February 25, 2002 - Indianapolis Business Journal
    Financial education helps employees, employers

February 18, 2002 - Indianapolis Star
    How to keep health insurance in difficult times

February 1, 2002 - The Daily Ledger
    Adviser backs diversity in 401(k)

January 18, 2002 - Indianapolis Star
    Enron's fall reshapes thinking on 401(k)s

January 14, 2002 - Indianapolis Business Journal
    Financial planning difficult after layoff

January 14, 2002 - Indianapolis Business Journal
    Nine smart financial moves to kick off 2002

November 9, 2001 - Indianapolis Star
    Taking charge of your money

October 26, 2001 - Indianapolis Star
    Real estate stocks are piquing public's interest

October 22, 2001 - Indianapolis Business Journal
    The stock market and crisis: a historical view

October 8, 2001 - Indianapolis Star
    A sound strategy can lessen unforeseen financial hardship

October 2, 2001 - The Daily Ledger
    Interest-rate cuts induce spending

September 24, 2001 - Indianapolis Business Journal
    Through thick and thin

September 24, 2001 - Indianapolis Star
   Some stocks still fairly safe in wake of terrorist attacks

September 13, 2001 - The Daily Ledger
   Financial Advisors: No Need to Panic

March 19, 2001 - Indianapolis Business Journal
   Financial leaders weigh in on ‘death tax’