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Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Welcome to Finance For Thought, a financial organization in New York, NY. We understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether your goal is preparing for retirement, college savings, or estate strategy, our personalized service focuses on your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.
Our professionals have years of experience in financial services. We can help you address your needs of today and for many years to come. We look forward to working with you through all stages of your life.
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Helpful Content
Year-End Charitable Gifting and You
This article may help you maximize the benefits of your donation for your chosen charity.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions
Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?
Can I Create a Roth if I’m Over the Income Limit?
Use this article to start conversations about the “backdoor” Roth IRA strategy.
Eight Mistakes That Can Upend Your Retirement
There are common mistakes you can avoid when saving for retirement.
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions
Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?
Fallen Tree Damage—Who Pays?
Your liability for damages that occur when a tree on your property falls on your neighbor’s property is not clear cut.
The Big Pause
This handy interactive explains which essential government services are affected by a shutdown.
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Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
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Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?