Understanding Your 401(k) – Key Terms to Know
Planning for retirement is a key point of financial wellness- but how can you make the most of your 401(k) plan without understanding all of the vocabulary?
What You Need to Know About President Biden’s Student Debt Relief Plans
On August 24, 2022, President Biden announced plans to offer student loan forgiveness to selected individuals.
How to Navigate The Bear Market
When stocks are declining, it can cause a lot of stress and uncertainty for investors. Now in 2022, we are in the midst of a bear market- here is how you can best prepare yourself.
Financial Planning After a Divorce: What Women Should Know
After a divorce, women tend to be hit harder financially than men. Divorce in the current environment is even more likely to disrupt their financial stability.
3 Financial Items to Consider Before Marriage
Disagreements about money are one of the leading causes of divorce. This is why it is important to save yourself from future distress by considering certain pre-marriage steps.
July 2022 Market Update Video
Join Steve LaFrance, CFP® with Blakely Financial as he updates you on July Markets.
At What Age Should I Teach my Child about Money?
As with many financial matters, our team at Blakely Financial believes the best advice is to start early. The sooner children learn financial fundamentals the better!
10 Ways to Help Yourself Stay Calm During a Volatile Market
Staying calm can be difficult when the market goes on one of its periodic roller-coaster rides. It’s useful to have strategies in place that prepare you.
June 2022 Market Update Video
Join Steve LaFrance, CFP® with Blakely Financial as he updates you on the market from April to June 2022.
5 Common Factors Affecting Retirement Income
When it comes to planning for your retirement income, it’s easy to overlook some of the common factors that can affect how much you’ll have available to spend.