James Cichelli

ChFC®, CFS®, CLTC, CFBS, FSCP®

100 Sterling Parkway, Suite 307

Mechanicsburg, PA

717-791-3303 Office

717-576-0977 Cell (Call)

717-384-2729 Global Relay (Call/Text)

CA Insurance License #0H67829


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James Cichelli

Financial Professional

ChFC®, CFS®, CLTC, CFBS, FSCP®

Jim is a 1962 graduate of Allentown Central Catholic High School and 1966 graduate of Villanova University College of Engineering earning an Electrical Engineering Degree. He continued his education at Lehigh University earning a Masters Degree in Industrial Engineering. Jim also earned a Professional Engineers License in Pennsylvania. Jim joined Bethlehem Steel Corporation in 1966 and held a number of managerial positions in Bethlehem, PA, Lackawanna, NY, and Steelton, PA over the next 36 years retiring in 2003 as Sales Manager of the Bethlehem’s Large Diameter Pipe Division in Steelton. Jim represented Bethlehem Steel Corporation in a number of business-related associations. Jim joined uFinancial Group in 2004 as a Financial Advisor and earned the designation Charted Financial Consultant (ChFC) from The American College. Jim achieved Agent Emeritus in 2020 after 16 years. As in the past, Jim continues assisting many families with family protection, investment planning, college planning and retirement and estate planning. Jim and his wife Marilyn spend as much time as possible at their “Summer Haven” home in Stone Harbor, NJ. As members of the Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, they developed many friendships over the years. They travel with many of those friends on an annual trip to tropical destinations. Jim and Marilyn have lived in Hershey since 1990 in the village of Cocoa Towns. Jim serves as a member of the Board of Directors as Treasurer for over thirty years. Jim also serves on the board of the Farm of Hope, Inc. operating as Hope Springs Farm serving adults with physical and mental challenges. Jim and Marilyn have three grandchildren. Suddenly, they became young adults. Jim has great interest in grandparenting, history and personal computing.

Suite of Services

Financial Planning

We specialize in comprehensive financial planning tailored to your unique needs and aspirations. Our holistic approach considers the many aspects of your financial landscape, allowing us to craft personalized strategies that align with your goals and aspirations.

Suite of Services

Investment Management

We offer wealth management services that focus on building and monitoring portfolios aligned with your risk tolerance, time horizon, and financial goals. Our team provides ongoing oversight and disciplined processes to help you stay on track with your overall goals.

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Retirement Planning

Our retirement planning services help you evaluate your expected needs and resources so you can better prepare confidently for life after your working years. We partner with you to review savings strategies, income sources, and spending considerations to support a sustainable long term plan.

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Estate Planning*

We assist clients in developing estate planning strategies that reflect their wishes and family priorities. Our team is focused on your vision to plan for a lasting legacy.
* Estate Planning services are provided working in conjunction with your Estate Planning Attorney, Tax Attorney and/or CPA. Consult them for specific advice on legal and tax matters.

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Tax Planning Strategies**

Our tax planning strategies focus on identifying opportunities to help you manage tax exposure in coordination with your overall financial strategy.
** Any discussion of taxes is for general informational purposes only, does not purport to be complete or cover every situation, and should not be construed as legal, tax, or accounting advice. Clients should consult their own tax or legal advisors regarding their specific circumstances.

Suite of Services

Personal
Financial Planning

We take a holistic approach to personal financial planning, integrating your savings, investments, insurance, and long‑term goals into a cohesive plan. This service is designed to help you better understand your financial position and make informed decisions at each stage of life.

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Education Planning

Our education planning services help you estimate future education costs and evaluate savings strategies that may support your objectives. We assist in reviewing available accounts, contribution approaches, and timelines to help you prepare for upcoming education expenses.

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Charitable Giving

We help clients explore charitable giving strategies that reflect their values and financial goals. This includes evaluating gifting options, tax considerations, and long term philanthropic plans to support causes that matter to you.

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Risk Management

Our insurance and risk management solutions are tailored to help safeguard your financial well being and future.

Business Services

Business Protection

Our business protection services help you identify and evaluate potential financial risks that could affect the continuity of your company. We work with you to assess insurance strategies, contingency planning, and other risk mitigation tools that are designed to support long term stability.

Business Services

Corporate Retirement Plans

We support employers in selecting, implementing, and managing corporate retirement plans such as 401(k)s, SIMPLE IRAs, and SEP IRAs. Our services include plan review, employee education, and ongoing monitoring to help ensure the plan remains aligned with your company’s goals and regulatory requirements.

Business Services

Compensation Planning

Our compensation planning services help businesses design compensation structures that support employee retention, motivation, and long term organizational goals. We assist in reviewing salary frameworks, incentive programs, and benefits packages that complement your broader financial strategy.

Business Services

Executive Benefits

We work with companies to evaluate and structure executive benefit programs such as deferred compensation plans, supplemental retirement benefits, and performance based incentives. These services are designed to help attract and retain key leaders and employees while supporting alignment with corporate objectives.

Business Services

Succession
& Estate Planning

We help business owners consider strategies for transitioning leadership and ownership while coordinating with their broader estate planning goals. Our approach includes reviewing business valuation factors, ownership transfer methods, and family or partner considerations in collaboration with legal and tax professionals.