Planning for your Retirement

What You Need to Get Started: Retirement Plan Basics                   Step 1. When do you want to retire? ________________________________________________ While typically we think of 65 as the common retirement age, today’s longer average lifespans make it less feasible to retire so soon. Many people may have to—and will be able to—work many more years past the age of 65. Whatever your retirement age goal is, be sure to plan for all the […]

Tis’ The Season Tips

For so many reasons, Christmas is an expensive time for some of us. We tend to get caught up in overspending and overindulging which can both have negative effects on our pockets after the season. These tips can help to get your finances on track for the New Year. Good financial planning will help you enjoy the festive season and enter the New Year on a high note!   Try and resist embarking on the usual Christmas practice of “shopping ‘til we […]

Online Fraud- Part 3

Many investors and potential investors are turning to social media and online search tools for research on particular stocks, background information on a broker-dealer or investment adviser, guidance on an overall investing strategy, up-to-date news, or to simply discuss the markets with others.                            Their exposure to risk from online fraudsters has increased significantly and if they are not properly informed about these risks, then they may become victims of online fraud. While social media can provide many benefits for investors, […]

Identifying Affinity Fraud- Part 2

How do you protect yourself from Affinity Fraud? The best way to protect yourself from any kind of financial scam or fraud is to become an informed investor. Basically the more we know, the better we are able to identify fraudulent activity and avoid being a victim. We are also better positioned to help others make more informed decisions.   Here are some tips that we really want you to tell everyone: Ask questions and get the facts about any […]