Here's your source for thoughts and observations on all things financial (and otherwise). Topics can range from tips on your personal well being to the well being of your investments. As always, we welcome your comments and feedback.
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A question we’ve received lately relates to the ability to postpone distributions from employer sponsored retirement accounts (401k, 403b, etc.) if one remains working at the company beyond age 72.
Read MoreEver heard that “compound interest is the most powerful force in the universe”? Compared to other forces like instinct or imagination, I’m not so sure… but it certainly rings true in personal finance.
Read MoreI recently worked with a young couple in their 30’s who have been married less than one year. I noticed that they keep separate bank accounts.
Read MoreYesterday Michelle and I attended the Maine Women's Lobby Education Fund's #MaineToo Summit on Economic Security, and were moved by the stories we heard, and learned a lot about both the personal and economic impacts of sexual harassment and abuse in Maine. We managed to snag a photo with the keynote speaker, founder of the MeToo movement Tarana Burke, and were proud to have donated to support…
Read MoreThe Wall Street Journal reported today that more than half of the top advisors for the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles team are female!
Read MoreMichelle recently attended Maine Farmland Trust's dinner at Bumbleroot Farms. Read on for Michelle's take on this fantastic event!
Read MoreOn June 11th and 12th, Mackenzie and Christina attended a two-day conference in Boston hosted by Dimensional Fund Advisors (DFA).
Read MoreWith each new quarter at Cornerstone we set a “well-being initiative” for all staff.
Read MoreGreen Century is a mutual fund company we hold in portfolios for those clients who have an interest is responsible investing...What follows is a recent post from Green Century’s website that we found so exciting as to bring it to your attention – go Adidas!
Read MoreAccording to the latest Kiplinger Tax Letter, calling the IRS to pose tax law questions isn’t always your best bet. The office of the National Taxpayer Advocate conducted an experiment by calling the agency’s toll-free help line to pose questions on the new tax law changes.
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