Category: Investment Strategies

How a Financial Advisor Can Simplify Your Estate Planning Process

Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Does estate planning always seem to fall to the bottom of your…

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The 5 Best Holiday Gifts for Grandchildren

The 5 Best Financial Gifts for Children or Grandchildren Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Have you started…

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Roth vs Traditional 401k: Which is the Best Choice for Your Retirement?

Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Feeling a bit confused about whether to choose Roth or Traditional for…

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Navigating Sudden Wealth Syndrome with Confidence: Coping with an Unexpected Inheritance

Navigating Sudden Wealth Syndrome with Confidence Recently Got a Financial Windfall. Now What? Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®,…

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Do You Pay Taxes on Social Security?

Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® As you approach retirement, one important question often comes up: Do you…

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How To Manage Money After Losing a Spouse

Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Losing a spouse is a devastating event that brings emotional turmoil and…

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Is a Roth IRA Conversion Right for You?

Maximizing Retirement Income with Roth Conversion Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Retirement planning is arguably one of…

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Effective Tax Planning Strategies

By Hazel Secco, CFP ®, CDFA ® There’s no getting around the fact that we must pay taxes…

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How to Choose a Financial Advisor

Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Navigating your financial life can feel overwhelming. With so many investment choices,…

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A Guide to Bunching Charitable Contributions

Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Being charitable is not only a noble act but also a financially…

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