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Matthew J. Bracciante

501 North Salem Street
Suite 202
Apex, North Carolina 27502

(919) 362-4889

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Your Financial Future

Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.

Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions.

Our first priority is your overall financial success. We want to learn more about your personal situation, identify your dreams and goals, and understand your tolerance for risk. Long-term relationships that encourage open and honest communication have been the cornerstone of my foundation of success.

Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance. As you search my website, send me a note regarding any questions you may have about any particular investment concepts or products. We'll get back to you quickly with a thoughtful answer.

Helpful Content

A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College

A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College

Dropping off your child is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.

A Path to Serenity and Smart Money Choices

A Path to Serenity and Smart Money Choices

An article about meditation, mindfulness, and financial well-being.

Why Everyone Needs an Estate Strategy

Why Everyone Needs an Estate Strategy

Do you have an estate strategy? You should.

 

Keeping Summer Safe: Pool and Spa Safety Tips

Each year hundreds of children die or are injured in pool accidents. By taking seven steps, you can keep your pool safe.

How Retirement Spending Changes With Time

It can be difficult for clients to imagine how much they’ll spend in retirement. This short, insightful article is useful.

What If You Get Audited?

The chances of an IRS audit aren't that high. And being audited does not necessarily imply that the IRS suspects wrongdoing.

Caring for Aging Parents

As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.

Managing the Risk of Outliving Your Money

Steps to help you sustain and grow your retirement savings.

Preparing for the Expected

You can plan ahead to protect yourself and your family against the financial consequences of deteriorating health.

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Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.

My Retirement Savings

See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

How Compound Interest Works

Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.

Simple 401k

See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

How Much Home Can I Afford?

Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.

How Long Will Your Money Last?

See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.

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When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust

A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.

Your DNA Test

A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.

Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?

Estate Management 101

A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.

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