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It is nearly impossible these days to avoid all the bad news out there about COVID 19 as well as its effect on the economy. Even if you don’t watch any news programs, every TV commercial and newspaper ad reminds us of “these trying times”. Uncertainty about many things – such as how long we’ll be staying at home or out of work, or the long-term effect on the economy – is high in our minds. Uncertainty can lead to fear, and fear can lead to action based on emotions instead of rationale.
Read MoreThe flurry of constant commentary, information, and recommendations is exhausting for many of us. Life is more stressful on many levels and constitutionally, we may feel less grounded, and in general “burned-out”.
Read MoreIn this unusual economic environment, Cornerstone understands that many individuals have questions and concerns about their financial situation.
Read MoreA 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.
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Yesterday 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!
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On June 11th and 12th, Mackenzie and Christina attended a two-day conference in Boston hosted by Dimensional Fund Advisors (DFA).
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