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Delivering exceptional service
with your interest in mind.

Our knowledgeable team helps you achieve financial success using creative solutions. We listen to you and then guide you on a wise and informed journey toward financial security – in your business and in your personal life. Since 1977, we have remained committed to serving each and every client with exceptional service.

 

Bringing greater comfort & clarity into your financial future

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Comprehensive
Financial Plans

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Custom Designed Retirement Plans

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Business
Transition Plans

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Why Choose B&E?

With your interest in mind: it’s been our promise since 1977, and it continues to serve as our moral compass today. 

Creative Problem Solvers.

The pace of change is great, and our clients face opportunities and challenges only imagined a decade ago. It takes industry insight, financial planning and agile thinking to stay on the leading edge. Our favorite words to hear from clients are: “I would have never thought of that.”

Knowledgeable Confidants.

We provide sound, practical and timely advice. As a client, you get the benefit of an entire team committed to your success. We have earned financial service industry credentials to better serve our clients, and we remain committed to staying current in our areas of expertise.

We live by four simple
business rules:

  • Be on time.
  • Do what you say you will do.
  • Do it when you said you would.
  • Be polite and courteous.

 

The Planning Team

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Sarah J. Kaelberer

President | Partner
CFP®, ChFC, CLU

Sarah J. KaelbererLearn More

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Laura L. Maksymkow

Vice President | Partner
ChFC

Laura L. MaksymkowLearn More

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Ryan A. Michaelis

Vice President | Partner
CFP®, ChFC, CLU

Ryan A. MichaelisLearn More

Meet The Team

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Resources

Welcome to our online resource library providing insight on timely news and helpful information in the financial world as well as updates on our community and company events.  Please contact B&E with any questions or comments. As always, we appreciate the opportunity to discuss your financial needs.

News - SECURE 2.0 act makes retirement saving easier

SECURE 2.0 Act Makes Retirement Saving Easier

SECURE 2.0 is designed to make retirement savings easier and the process less cumbersome. On December 29, 2022, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 was signed into law.

SECURE 2.0 Act Makes Retirement Saving EasierLearn More

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All In Charity Poker 2022

The spirit of giving shone brightly at the B&E All-In Charity poker event on the evening of November 11, 2022. The friendly competition raised more than $8,000. Every year, B&E matches dollar for dollar all donations…

All In Charity Poker 2022Learn More

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Congratulations, Ryan!

Thank you for joining us at our Sip and Socialize Celebration to honor B&E’s newest partner and vice president, Ryan Michaelis. With over a decade of experience, Ryan is proud to serve people of all ages…

Congratulations, Ryan!Learn More

Market Trends and Your Portfolio

If you’re wondering whether you should adjust your portfolio due to recent stock market events, know that you’re not alone.

Market Trends and Your PortfolioLearn More

Skip-A-Day 2022

Thank you to the golfers, diners and sponsors who helped make this year’s outing so successful. We’re proud to share that Skip-A-Day 38 boasted our best turnout of golfers ever.

Skip-A-Day 2022Learn More

Case Study - The Benefits of Generational Meetings

The Benefits of Generational Meetings

Background: Proper Estate Planning includes not just the Wills and important legal documents; it also involves ensuring assets are properly titled and beneficiaries are designated. These are things that simply cannot be done postmortem. Many people…

The Benefits of Generational MeetingsLearn More

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We believe we are leaders in our field and take pride in helping individuals and businesses realize their goals.

Let us help you plan, relax and retire!

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P.O. Box 679
Wayzata, MN 55391

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