News

CNBC.com, November 2008 - Kristine McKinley joins in on a discussion about budgeting for gifts this holiday season in Hard Times Warrant a Second Look at Holiday Budget.

ABCNews.com, October 2008 - Members of the Garrett Planning Network and the FPA answer readers questions about the stock market, such as “can I just put my money in savings accounts… and jump back in when stocks start recovering?” and more in Financial Pros Answer Your Top Questions.

Bankrate.com, September 2008 - Kristine McKinley discusses calling for a lower interest rate on your credit cards in How To Be a Savvy Credit Card Holder.

Wall Street Journal, August 2008 - Sheryl Garrett, founder of the Garrett Planning Network discusses Getting Advice in a Rough Market.

August 2008 - Kristine McKinley attends her 7th Garrett Planning Network retreat, a great opportunity to network with other fee only financial planners and to obtain continuing education.

Wall Street Journal, July 2008 - Kristine McKinley discusses the provision in the new housing act that will require credit card processors (such as eBay and PayPal) to report transactions to the IRS in the article Online Sellers Face New IRS Rules.  If you are an online or home based business owner, you might also be interested in Kristine’s Ebiz Tax Tips blog.

July 2008 - Beacon Financial Advisors launches Jump Start Your Finances: Practical Advice for Your 20s and 30s, a new consultation package for individuals and couples just starting their financial lives.

November 2007 - Kristine McKinley speaks at The Ultimate Small Business Bootcamp about tax issues for small business owners.

Kansas City Star, October 2007 - Kristine McKinley appears in a money makeover feature sponsored by the Kansas City Star.  Kristine helps Steve & Angie Cortez determine how they can save for college and retirement at the same time.

August 2007 - Beacon Financial Advisors marks it’s 5-year anniversary!