Category: General Planning

Guide to flood insurance: Here’s what to know

Last year the Northeast experienced a drought. This year my town had multiple floods wreaking havoc on both residents and businesses. While most people are trying to offload their bank required flood insurance to save on cost, you may be wanting to sign up ASAP in light of recent events. But is the premium worth it? More importantly, are you eligible to get it based on your zoning? Read more from BankRate.com.

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September 13, 2023 No Comments

Financing options in a high-interest rate environment

One of the most frequently asked questions I’m receiving these days is related to paying off debt and financing options. Gone are the days of a 2.5 – 3.5% mortgage. Whether it be for a home purchase, improvement, car, or business venture, here are some options to consider if you’re looking for financing.

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July 24, 2023 No Comments

The SECURE 2.0 Act – For Workers

SECURE 2.0 is primarily meant to strengthen Americans’ ability to retire by enhancing savings options. For workers, this means automatic enrollment in retirement plans, enhanced matching, and flexibility to use savings for emergencies.

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January 30, 2023 No Comments

Is a Roth IRA Right for You?

Do Roth IRAs make sense from a tax perspective? The first question may not be whether it’s “right” for you, but whether you’re eligible to even open one at all. That’s where Roth Conversions come into play.

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October 5, 2022 No Comments

New Year, New Me – Financial Resolutions

Cleaning up personal finances remains one of the top resolutions every New Year. But we all know what happens to most such self-promises, so here’s a month-by-month to-do list to cultivate better financial health.

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January 4, 2022 No Comments

What’s In The $1.9 Trillion Stimulus Package?

President Biden’s $1.9 trillion stimulus package cleared its final hurdle in Congress on Wednesday despite no Republicans voting in favor of it. The plan contains a range of measures such as a further direct round of payments to most Americans, amounting to more than $400 billion.

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March 14, 2021 No Comments

Hidden Gems inside the CARES Act

Apart from stimulus checks, small business loans, and expanded unemployment, there are a few “hidden gems” sprinkled throughout the CARES Act that are worth noting.

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April 20, 2020 5 Comments

The Markets and Coronavirus

What’s happening? The last couple weeks have certainly been rough on everyone. Stock markets across the world have been on a downward spiral with bouts

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March 13, 2020 2 Comments

Think S.M.A.R.T

A fellow blogger liked my approach to personal finance by making S.M.A.R.T goals. Read how she implemented this into her life and own blog! https://doingthingsdifferent.net/saving-money-think-s-m-a-r-t/ 

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November 18, 2019 No Comments
hindsight in North Andover Real Estate

Hindsight on Real Estate

My husband and I have had the fortune (or maybe misfortune?) of being involved in a number of personal real estate transactions. From inherited, residential,

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July 19, 2019 No Comments
negotiating skills

Becoming a Better Negotiator

Negotiating is a critical life skill to master, but yet it’s largely untaught in a traditional school setting. We encounter negotiating everyday. Whether closing a

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February 13, 2019 No Comments

Forms of Business Ownership

Inspired by a question in the North Andover Mom’s Facebook Group! As a business grows from a hobby or planned venture, it’s important to put

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December 4, 2017 No Comments
Powwow LLC weighs in on credit cards

Evaluating Credit Cards

A credit check for credit cards… When you apply for a credit card you are required to fill out a credit history. The analysis of

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November 15, 2017 1 Comment
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How to Set Financial Goals

How do you define success?  Nerd Wallet published an article on the importance and strategy behind goal planning. For the most part, this is the

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April 25, 2017 1 Comment
Change ahead for FINRA advisors

DOL Fiduciary Ruling Delayed

The DOL fiduciary ruling set to launch in April requiring that advisors act in a consumer’s best interest has been tentatively delayed until June 9,

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April 25, 2017 No Comments
Words related to Long Term Care

Long Term Care Insurance

Is it worth considering? Age 50-60 has traditionally been the sweet spot for reviewing long-term care insurance options. New research is even indicating that the

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March 29, 2017 1 Comment
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Adding a fiduciary to your benefits roster

“Growing businesses are highly motivated to attract and retain newer team members who are driving the day-to-day business. While these employees may not have accumulated significant wealth, they still

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September 22, 2016 No Comments
Big Purchases.

Big Purchase

Ahhh, the end of summer. So many clients with stories about their fabulous vacation, and they’re having a hard time accepting it’s over.  They come

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September 13, 2016 2 Comments

Newborn Considerations

Congratulations!! Now let’s get down to business. There is often so much excitement, joy, and preparation for the baby’s first week home that we can

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September 13, 2016 1 Comment
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What’s a…fi-doo-shee-er-ee??

A fi-doo-shee-er-ee, or fiduciary in common English, is one of the most important considerations in choosing a financial planner. Don’t believe me? You should, because even entertainment media is

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August 20, 2016 2 Comments