Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
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I have over twenty years of experience in financial services. I can help you address your needs of today and for many years to come. I look forward to working with you through all stages of your life, please call 978-774-9200.
Helpful Content
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
Revising Estate Strategy Assumptions
Estate tax exemptions rules appear to be stabilizing, prompting many to reconsider conventional estate strategies.
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
When Life Insurance Becomes Taxable
Life insurance proceeds are generally tax-free. But not in all cases.
Do You Owe The AMT?
If you want to avoid potential surprises at tax time, it may make sense to know where you stand when it comes to the AMT.
A House Divided
By understanding a few key concepts during a divorce, you may be able to avoid common pitfalls.
Earnings for All Seasons
Earnings season can move markets. What is it and why is it important?
Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
A Look at Whole Life Insurance
Whole life insurance remains in force as long as you remain current with premiums. Here's how it works.
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Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
How Compound Interest Works
Use this calculator to better see the potential impact of compound interest on an asset.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Saving for College
This calculator can help you estimate how much you should be saving for college.
Interested in a Fuel Efficient Car?
Estimate how many months it may take to recover the out-of-pocket costs when buying a more efficient vehicle.
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Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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What Smart Investors Know
Smart investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
That big list of dreams and goals isn't the only way to look at your bucket list.
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.
The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.