The Effner Financial Group

Local Network . . . Expert Guidance

Welcome to The Effner Financial Group! This Network Office, one of the largest Northwestern Mutual offices in the country, has proudly served Chicagoland since 1905. James R. Effner Jr. became Managing Partner in 2001 and leads a team of top-notch Financial Representatives and specialists in helping you prepare for your financial future.

"We challenge our clients to align their actions with their intentions," Jim Effner says. "And as we help them do so, we work hard to earn their trust."

Come to The Effner Financial Group for world–class solutions, including life and disability insurance. See how Jim Effner and his team can help you gain the confidence that comes with success.

A Word About Your Career

The Effner Financial Group is looking for entrepreneurial people with the aptitude and determination to succeed as Financial Representatives. Recent college graduates have discovered this is a perfect opportunity to be your own boss – set your own income goals – and earn your own place in helping clients improve their lives. Managing Partner Jim Effner offers new Financial Representatives the support to develop professionally and personally. Explore this opportunity today!

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Northwestern Mutual and Forbes launch the new Fact & Comment page

Forbes and Northwestern Mutual partner to launch a new page titled Fact & Comment on the Forbes.com Web site, offering expert insights from leaders in business and beyond.

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Northwestern Mutual Named a Best Internship for 2009

Bloomberg BusinessWeek’s list of the Best Internships ranks Northwestern Mutual’s financial representative internship program 1st in the insurance industry and 23rd overall.

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Dividend Announcement

Northwestern Mutual recently announced a dividend payout for 2010 of more than 4.7 billion dollars - the second largest in our company history - for clients who own life, annuity, DI and long-term care policies.

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Consistency Counts Scorecard

As in golf, the low score wins the game. Find out how Northwestern Mutual’s performance ranks relative to the competition. In times like these, it’s nice to know that Northwestern Mutual isn’t just strong — it’s consistently strong.

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Consistency Counts

Strength on its own can be impressive. When consistency is added, that’s when it becomes real. At Northwestern Mutual, we’ve been able to deliver real strength for over 150 years. Put our strength to work for you.

Strength that works.

Themint.org – Financial Literacy for Kids

An interactive Web site designed to help parents raise "money smart" kids. Visit this award-winning site for fun activities, games, and challenges for students; tips for parents; and extensive resources for teachers. Sponsored by Northwestern Mutual.

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