by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Jun 29, 2021 | Article, Retirement Planning, Risk Management
7 Medicare Questions You Should Know How to Answer if You’re Over 60 Medicare covers millions of Americans, yet is still widely misunderstood. Knowing when to enroll in Medicare, what Medicare covers, and the costs associated are just a few crucial things to...
by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | May 31, 2021 | Article, Retirement Planning
7 Social Security Mistakes & How to Avoid Them Bad Social Security advice and poor claiming strategies continue to cost retirees, especially those eligible for spousal, survivor, and divorced retirement benefits. Social Security has provided benefits to...
by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Apr 20, 2021 | Article, Retirement Planning, Risk Management
Identity Theft & How to Protect Against Cyber Attacks (15 Ways) Cybersecurity may not often be included as part of wealth management, but poor practices could lead to significant financial loss. However, many cases of identity theft can be prevented with prudent...
by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Mar 23, 2021 | Article, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, Risk Management
Should I Invest Near a Market High? When the stock market is near an all-time high, some investors decide to exit the stock market, fearing of a possible decline. Although this is a common and logical concern, historical data shows that may not be the most prudent...
by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Feb 26, 2021 | Article, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning
Is the 60/40 Portfolio Dead? Portfolios with 60% stocks and 40% bonds have been a staple of investing for the last few decades, but many think these portfolios could face major challenges in the next several years. With interest rates near historic lows, successful...
by Joe Allaria CFP®, MBA | Nov 30, 2020 | Article, Estate Planning, Retirement Planning, Tax Planning
College Savings: Is a 529 Plan Right for Your Child? A 529 College Savings Plan could be a great way to contribute to your child’s financial future, but is it the best? Tax-advantaged accounts, like 529s, also come with restrictions and less flexibility to offset...
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