John Graham & Associates, Inc.

06/22/2026

Meet one of four JGA summer interns, Nicholas Hands! Nick is a Finance major at Auburn University. He is working towards studying and passing his SIE exam by the end of July!

When asked about the internship Nick said, “I look forward to getting hands on experience from seasoned Advisors.”

JGA is excited to see all the future holds for you, Nick!

06/22/2026

Stocks rose over the shortened trading week as investors digested developments in the Middle East while the Fed held short-term rates steady. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 0.93 percent through Thursday’s close, while the Nasdaq...

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the dads, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures who make a difference every day.

Today, we celebrate the guidance, dedication, and values that fathers pass down through generations. Thank you for the countless ways you support your families and help build brighter futures.

From all of us at John Graham & Associates, we wish you a wonderful Father's Day filled with family, laughter, and cherished memories. 👪

06/20/2026

This is a friendly reminder that our Tech Tuesday sessions are held on the last Tuesday of each month. Clients are welcome to stop by and receive individualized assistance from a member of our administrative team.

Sessions take place from 3:00–4:00 p.m. If you plan to attend, please call our office at 309.699.6608 to let us know you will be stopping in.

For the session, we recommend bringing a laptop or tablet. Mobile devices are also welcome, though they can be more challenging to navigate. We are able to assist with iOS, Apple, and Microsoft products. While Google Chrome tends to work best, any internet browser may be used.

We look forward to assisting you and helping you feel confident using your online tools.

June session: Tuesday, June 30
July session: Tuesday, July 28

06/19/2026

⏰ Last Chance to Nominate! ⏰

Today is your final opportunity to help nominate John Graham & Associates for the 2026 Peoria Community's Choice Awards!

If we've made a positive impact on your financial journey, we would be honored to have your support. Please take a moment to nominate us in the Financial Planning Services category by writing in John Graham & Associates.

Your nomination means so much to our team and helps recognize the relationships we've built with our clients and community over the past 30 years.

Vote here:
https://pjstar.gannettcontests.com/2026-Peoria-Communitys-Choice-Awards/gallery?group=546563

Thank you for your trust, your support, and for being part of our story. We couldn't do what we do without you!

06/18/2026

Meet one of four JGA summer interns, Drake Heller! He is a senior at Western Illinois University majoring in Engineering Technology. A goal of his is to study and pass the Series 7 exam this year.

When asked about the internship Drake said, "I am looking forward to having the opportunity to explore this as a career and build connections."

We are excited to see all that you go on to do, Drake!

06/18/2026

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06/17/2026

JGA is fortunate to have 4 financial interns this summer. One of them being Stella Whitney! Stella goes to the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign where she just finished her sophomore. She is studying Agriculture and Consumer Economics, focusing on Financial Planning while also pursuing a minor in Business!

A goal of Stella's is to study and pass her SIE exam before the end of the year.
Stella said, "One thing I am most looking forward to this summer with JGA is gaining perspective on what a day looks like in this industry as well as building confidence interacting with clients."

JGA is excited to see all the future holds for you, Stella!

06/16/2026

A portion of our team had the opportunity to attend the 2026 Elite Practices Retreat at the Peoria Riverfront Museum! They gained valuable insights on practice growth, serving aging clients and the next generation, and creating a more efficient client experience. Thank you to the speakers and Midwestern Securities for an engaging day of learning and collaboration.

06/16/2026

John Graham & Associates and the U.S. markets will be closed this Friday, June 19, 2026 for Juneteenth. Normal hours will resume on Monday, June 22!