by Giancarlo DAlimonte | Jan 7, 2019 | Finances
January Newsletter Crafting your 2019 financial game plan Financial New Year’s resolutions are one of the most common as nearly one-third of Americans plan to make one in 2019 according to a Fidelity survey. While wishing to strengthen your financial situation in the...
by Giancarlo DAlimonte | Dec 4, 2018 | Finances
December Newsletter How to steer clear of holiday season scams Opt for secure shopping sites Though many shoppers will find themselves browsing trusted retailers such as Amazon or Walmart this holiday season, hunting down a hot item can sometimes lead to an...
by Giancarlo DAlimonte | Nov 3, 2018 | Finances
November Newsletter Perks of a wallet-friendly winter vacation Though most people think of electronics and toys when it comes to saving big during the holiday season, vacations may have the biggest discounts of all. November is the perfect time of the year to book a...
by Giancarlo DAlimonte | Oct 6, 2018 | Finances
October Newsletter Financially Preparing for natural disasters Just last month, Hurricane Florence made landfall in North Carolina causing an estimated $38 billion in damage. In 2017 alone, natural disasters resulted in a total of $306 billion in damages across the...
by Giancarlo DAlimonte | Sep 5, 2018 | Finances
September Financial Newsletter Smart ways to spend this school year As children head back to the classrooms this fall, school expenses are on the minds of parents now more than ever. Over the past decade, back-to-school spending has risen significantly and is expected...
by Giancarlo DAlimonte | Aug 9, 2018 | Finances
August Financial Newsletter Buying your first home Buying your first home can be a daunting process with many deciding factors and little experience guiding the way. Fortunately, you can buy with confidence after planning for what to expect. In this article, we will...
by Giancarlo DAlimonte | Jul 6, 2018 | Finances
July Financial Newsletter Life Insurance: Term, Whole, and Universal Buying life insurance is a way for an individual to protect their dependents from unpaid liabilities and uncovered expenses in the event of their own death. The benefits of a life insurance policy...
by Giancarlo DAlimonte | Jun 5, 2018 | Finances, Investments
June Financial Newsletter A closer look at the Federal Funds Rate Understanding the Federal Funds Rate “The Fed is meeting to discuss interest rates” is a phrase that is used frequently in the media, typically surrounded by heated discussion of what effects the...
by Giancarlo DAlimonte | May 5, 2018 | Finances, Investments
May Financial Newsletter Relocating for your career Moving for a new job is a significant and stressful life event. There are many factors to consider when determining if the perks of moving outweigh the emotional and financial hardships that come with relocating....
by Giancarlo DAlimonte | Apr 6, 2018 | Finances, Investments
April 2018 Newsletter The US trade deficit It has been a turbulent year for major stock market indices. There were wide fluctuations as both economists and common investors speculated how recently announced tariffs on aluminum and steel exports would affect the...
