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Thursday, March 14, 2024We hear the name everywhere in the financial world, but who is Warren Buffett? Let's take a few minutes to peek into the life of this famous investor and businessman.
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We hear the name everywhere in the financial world, but who is Warren Buffett? Let's take a few minutes to peek into the life of this famous investor and businessman.
Read MoreWhy does finance always have to be such a serious topic? I've done the laborious task of reading numerous articles' worth of investing and financial jokes to find the best ten.
Read MoreWhat if your humble next door neighbor, an elderly woman living in a one-bedroom cottage, turned out to be a millionaire? This was what happened in Lake County,...
Read MoreDogs, plants, and books, oh my! Get to know me, Eric's assistant, with a little bio. Maybe we have something in common!
Read MoreI decided to give ChatGPT a try, and told it to write a story about finances, with a lesson to learn. I was amused by it's result, and I think you will be, too! The Acorn Chronicles: A Tale of Financial Wisdom Once upon a time in the...
Read MoreWe at AZTEC are well-aware of the stress that comes with the rising cost of living. We see it everywhere: at the grocery store, the gas pump, the streaming services we use. During such a time, the hardest thing to do is also the most...
Read MoreI'll let you in on a secret: before I started working for Eric at AZTEC, I didn't know there were multiple types of IRAs, let alone their difference! If you're what they call "financially illiterate" (like me!), you're...
Read MoreRecently, you may have seen reports that the so-called “depletion date” for Social Security was adjusted. This refers to the predicted date when the long-running program will no longer be able to pay full benefits.Barring...
Read MoreAs you know, I love to ski! FMG Suites put out this excellent page on some ski resorts you may want to check out:10 Best Ski Resorts for Seniors!
Read MoreInvestors put the economy on recession watch when the Fed started its “higher in a hurry” push with short-term interest rates in mid-2022.After the 10-year/2-year Treasury curve inverted in July 2022, it was “all...
Read MoreCriminals are stealing taxpayers’ identities and committing tax-related crimes. There are steps you can take to keep your personal information protected.
Read MoreJanuary 30 to February 3, 2023, is Identity Theft Awareness Week. Anytime is a good time to tighten up your identity security, but if you haven’t been as careful as you intended, consider this your annual reminder. Here are a few...
Read MoreStocks added to their early 2023 gains amid a busy stream of mixed corporate earnings results and conflicting economic data.The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.81%, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 added 2.47%. The Nasdaq...
Read MoreNational Financial Wellness Month comes each January. It's a time to remind people to either establish a financial strategy or take some time to sit down and review it with their valued financial professional.For me, it's time for me...
Read MoreIn the final days of 2022, Congress passed a new set of retirement rules designed to make it easier to contribute to retirement plans and access those funds earmarked for retirement.The law is called SECURE 2.0, and it's a follow-up to...
Read MoreAlthough the warmer days have been nice, today it actually looks like a winter day! Hopefully soon more ponds will freeze, the snow will be ready for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, and more trails will open on the ski mountains...
Read MoreMost New Year's Resolutions do not continue past February. My goal here is to help you see yours in a different light. The best way to accomplish your goals is to keep them simple. Saying, "I will lose 20 pounds in a month"...
Read MoreI wanted to share this site with you to try to ease some of the stress you may be feeling:7 Ways to Stay Calm During the Holidays (californiapsychics.com)
Read MoreThere is so much to see and do in the month of December! I wanted to share some of the fun ones I have found in the Seacoast area:Be sure to watch the movie as well (if you like silly movies), but one show I definitely had to get...
Read MoreThe Internal Revenue Service has released new limits for the coming year. After months of high inflation and financial uncertainty, some of these cost-of-living-based adjustments have reached near-record levels.Individual Retirement...
Read MoreAlthough market uncertainty might make you feel jittery, keeping your investment cool is critical to your financial success. While it's hard to watch your portfolio value fluctuate, remember these six things before acting out of...
Read MoreAnyone else feeling overwhelmed by leaves? Last week I had enough leaves to entirely cover my ten-year old while standing up! Fall leaves sure are gorgeous, but with the wind winds the blanket of leaves on my yard seems...
Read MoreAutumn in New Hampshire isn't all about leaf peeping. We are fortunate to have a variety of activities to do.If you enjoy exploring new places, you could take a drive through some of the prettiest small towns of the state...
Read MoreOne of the most wonderful things about living in New England is the foliage. If you are a nature lover like me, even the views driving down the highway can take your breath away. Although the sudden gusts of wind lately have...
Read MoreIts financial planning month! Time to schedule your appointment with Eric to plan for your future. Going over your portfolio is the best way to make sure you are ready for vacations, retirement, and anything life throws...
Read MoreIs there much better than a warm cup of cider on a cool autumn day?One of my favorite things about going to a fall fair or festival is holding a warm cup of cider while looking at all the animals. Cumberland, ME was the next town,...
Read MoreAs you approach retirement age, you might feel increasingly secure due in part to the financial savings that you have accumulated throughout your career. However, unpredictable situations can arise at any time and bring with them a...
Read MoreAlthough we may not be able to schedule an Alaskan or Mediterranean Cruise at the moment, there are some local and not too far away cruises that you may be able to do!I was lucky enough to go on the Mt. Washington cruise last weekend...
Read MoreThese days, an encouraging word can feel like a relief. Here are a few positive stories I’ve noticed lately – like an “everything bagel” sprinkled with good news.I saw a recent report in The Guardian about the...
Read MoreIn the financial world, some weeks are more important than others, and we just lived through a big one. Let's unpack each of the four key stats:The Fed. As expected, the Fed bumped up short-term rates again at its July meeting. But the...
Read MoreLooking for an inexpensive getaway? New England has thousands of places to relax and enjoy yourself, and camping can be the easiest and least expensive way to do it.I have traveled throughout New England and have stayed at some...
Read MoreDuring periods of market turbulence, I take comfort in one of my favorite Warren Buffett quotes:“Don’t watch the market closely.”The Oracle of Omaha gave this sage advice in 2016, when Brexit, China’s economic...
Read MoreWhere to Shop Small in the Portsmouth Area This Holiday Season Small Business Saturday falls on November 27th this year and has inspired the topic of our blog this month – where to shop small in the Portsmouth area. Small...
Read MoreWhat are YOUR Thanksgiving Traditions? Please fill this out and email it to us at Robyn.Orfield@AztecFG.Com 😊
Read MoreAZTEC Financial Thanksgiving Traditions With Thanksgiving approaching, we wanted to share some of our Thanksgiving traditions with you. We learned some new things about each other when we sat down to talk about what Thanksgiving means...
Read MoreNovember Activities Around the Seacoast: Making the Most of Fall Late fall is a wonderful time of year to live on the Seacoast. By now, most of the tourists and visitors are gone, the crowds have dwindled, and the area belongs purely...
Read MoreHead to the White Mountains of New Hampshire This Fall Owner of AZTEC Financial Group, Eric Wasson, spends a lot of time in the mountains and lakes regions of New Hampshire, year-round. For those of you who live in the greater NH...
Read MoreHello All!!! This is Robyn, Eric's assistant (who you have probably talked to several times 😊). I wanted to share an amazing experience that I had this past weekend. If you have not been to the Lost River Gorge in North Woodstock, NH,...
Read MoreFun Family Fall Activities in the Seacoast Area Here in New England, it is slowly but surely starting to feel like fall. The lingering warm days seem to be coming to an end, and we’re beginning to gear up for several cold months...
Read MoreThe Legend of Mount Chocorua It’s that time of the year again when hiking enthusiasts head north to the mountains in search of adventure, solitude, or just a little peace and quiet. In New Hampshire, the White Mountains offer...
Read MoreAs the start of the new school year nears and the pandemic continues to bring unpredictability to our lives, many are avoiding traveling far from home. There might be more to do just outside your front door than you think. Have you...
Read MoreThe team at AZTEC Financial Group is first and foremost committed to being your trusted guide in all things financial. However, we also live in the same community as many of our clients, and we are always on the lookout for fun things...
Read More“As a gay advisor who is very active within our local LGBTQ+ professional and non-profit communities, it’s important to be affiliated with a firm that walks the walk. LPL has consistently received a perfect 100% score on...
Read MoreThis is a great video about the benefits of working past the age of 65. Call me if you have any questions! https://www.aztecfg.com/resource-center/retirement/should-you-ever-retire
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Read Morehttps://lplresearch.com/2021/02/03/the-super-bowl-indicator-daily-market-update/#more-20202
Read MoreMerry Christmas! ~from Eric, Robyn & Joie at Aztec Financial Group! Here is our version of a dream Christmas for you (make sure to sing it ) : On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love sent to me, Twelve Bonds with Interest, Eleven...
Read MoreThe winter solstice happens on Monday, December 21, 2020. This is the astronomical first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere and the shortest day of the year. What happens at the winter solstice? Why is the solstice important?...
Read MoreListen to LPL Research strategists discuss 2021 stocks, big-name IPOs, the latest on COVID-19 vaccines, and if Santa will deliver more stock gains this December. https://soundcloud.com/lplfinancialpodcasts/marketsignals-201214-podcast
Read MoreLPL Research Chief Market Strategist Ryan Detrick talks about a divided Congress, economic forecasts, and stock and bond performance in 2021. Goodbye 2020!
Read MoreThe next few weeks may be hard. Take time to stop, breathe, and know that everything has a way of working out. We are here. Our doors are open. Our office is safe. If finances are a part of your worries, or if you need a friendly...
Read More6 Months From the Low Posted by lplresearch Market Blog On March 23, 2020, the S&P 500 Index closed down 2.9% for the day, bringing its total loss from its all-time high to 33.9%. The index was in the midst of its fastest bear market...
Read MoreAmerican households with credit card balances carry an average debt of $8,602.1 The wise use of credit is a critical skill in today’s world. Used unwisely, credit can rapidly turn from a useful tool to a crippling burden. There...
Read MoreHere is a link to the LPL Blog. There are some very good updates I wanted to share... https://lplresearch.com/2020/06/02/2020-in-charts/
Read MoreHere are some tips from the FBI on keeping your ZOOM account safe from hackers: Do not make meetings "Public" Require a password - or - Use the "Waiting Room" feature Do not share ZOOM Meeting links on social media Set screen sharing...
Read MoreOn March 27, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic, Congress passed the Coronavirus, Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act (also known as HR 748). This is historic and sweeping legislation created to help keep...
Read MoreTime In The Market Versus Timing The Market Posted by lplresearch Market Blog The incredible volatility continues, with the S&P 500 Index now in one of its worst bear markets ever, along the way making the quickest move from an...
Read MoreIn recent weeks, we’ve seen several major stories in the news. On the political front, in addition to the arrival of the presidential election through the 2020 caucuses and primaries, we have just experienced the third...
Read MoreIn order to feel comfortable about financial planning, you have to understand why it is a necessity. If you want to retire comfortably, and not have to worry about your ability to pay the bills, you have to understand the outline of...
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