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Axa Advisors

Our Business

We are a premier financial services practice. We strive to provide our clients with superior financial guidance, creative strategies and impeccable service in an environment that promotes security, prosperity and trust.



Our Planning Process

We believe in planning! The Harvard Business School studied their MBA graduates of the class of 1979 in relation to where they were 10 years following graduation. Less than 3% had written goals and plans, but those that did, had an average income ten times greater than those with no plan (What They Don't Teach You in the Harvard Business School, Mark McCormack, Bantum Books, 1984).

For this reason, most of our clients engage in a comprehensive and strategic financial planning process. We help them explore and discover their financial goals and dreams. Then, we help them reach those dreams.



Our Clients

They are people of means who are motivated to gain control over their financial situation, value professional guidance and are willing to implement changes in their financial lives to reach their goals.



Our Partnership

You may have seen Mary-Jo on CNBC Power Lunch or the Today Show, or may have heard her on Bloomberg radio. You may have seen her quoted in Money Magazine or, you may have seen her on stage at Carnegie Hall singing with the Oratorio Society of New York.



Zev is usually in the office, buried under a mountain of financial plans and business journals. Or, he may be at the latest industry conference exploring new products and ideas.



Bruce is usually out and about with his extensive network of community organizations and professional contacts.



But mostly, you will find us in the conference room with our clients. We take the time to get to know our clients, their financial fears and desires. We strive to successfully guide our clients to the pinnacle of financial success and security.

For additional Information on us, please click on our names below:











Mary-Jo Knight 

Zev Grossman

Bruce Maier 

To help us maintain the highest level of service for our clients and meet their diverse financial needs, we maintain a staff as well as close relationships with a number of other AXA Associates.

Newsletters

Understanding the Appeal of Share Buybacks

The amount of money devoted to corporate stock buybacks surged throughout 2010 and 2011 as large companies sought ways to spend their cash stockpiles and reward shareholders. This article looks at how corporate buybacks work, why they have become more common in the current economic climate, and what they typically mean for investors.

Rising Popularity of Roth IRA as Retirement Vehicle

Investment in the Roth IRA has been growing dramatically. Fueling the growth of this popular investment vehicle are tax-free distributions in retirement and no mandatory withdrawals due to age. Compare the trade-offs of Roth IRAs with traditional IRAs, including eligibility limitations, annual contribution limits, and withdrawal considerations.

Diving into Dividends

Dividends have traditionally been considered a source of income, but they also can be a powerful way to help build savings. A recent study found that dividends contributed 44% of S&P 500 total returns from 1930 through September 2010. This article explains how dividends work and the role that dividends could play in an investor's savings strategy.

Evaluating Life Insurance Needs

It's a good idea for people to evaluate their life insurance coverage to help ensure it keeps pace with their needs. Not only do major life events affect the amount of coverage that may be needed, but inflation can reduce the purchasing power of the death benefit and a greater benefit may be needed to cover estate taxes and other debts.

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Calculators

Retirement Plan Early Distribution

Estimate how much would remain after paying income taxes and penalties if you took an early distribution from a retirement plan.

College Funding

Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.

Retirement Portfolio Lifespan

How Long Will Your Funds Last?

Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.

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