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3101 Towercreek Pkwy
Suite 615
Atlanta, GA 30339

Julius D. (Buddy) Hicks, Jr.

404-816-1153 ext.306

 
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As a potential client, you are entitled to know how I go about helping you, what my background is, how I am compensated, and who comprises the Atlanta Planning Group. The Atlanta Planning Group is an independently managed, full service financial firm dedicated to helping our clients build financial security, manage their wealth, and optimize employee benefits.

We provide access to a wide range of financial products and services for professionals, executives, business owners, and individuals in need of competent business planning and unbiased advice I work to serve my clients' best interest in one or more of the following areas:

  • Investments
  • IRA Rollovers
  • Retirement Planning 
  • Employee Benefit Plans

Please call 404-816-1153 ext. 306 for a confidential consultation without cost or obligation.  Thank you.

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Social Security Tax Estimator

Social Security Tax Estimator

Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.

Exploring Retirement Plans for Small Businesses

Exploring Retirement Plans for Small Businesses

Help small businesses make better retirement decisions for employees with this eye-catching and informative infographic.

Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio

Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio

Experiencing negative returns early in retirement can potentially undermine the sustainability of your assets.

 

A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College

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What If You Get Audited?

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Building a Practice That Evolves

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Prescription Drug Benefits Under Medicare (Part D)

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Educational ETF infographic explaining benefits, types & mechanics. Features current statistics and citations.

Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement

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The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.

Credit Card Payoff

Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.

Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator

Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.

Monthly Budget

Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.

My Retirement Savings

See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

How Much Do I Need To Retire?

How much is enough to retire? It depends on your lifestyle, timeline, and more. Use this calculator to get a personalized est

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Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

The Business Cycle

How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?

The Cycle of Investing

Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.

To Buy or Not to Buy

The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.

Timing Your Retirement

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

Safeguard Your Digital Estate

If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?

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