Eldercare Planning for Your Aging Parents

Skylar Riddle, CFP® Financial Advisor at Fort Pitt Capital Group invited guest presenter Michael Anthony, JD, CMP™ to cover topics like: - What happens to the assets when entering a care facility? -Can I self-fund? -Why is planning a game-changer? -How long are people in assisted living and what is the cost? -What are the different eldercare options available and[...] Continue reading

How to Handle Unused 529 Funds

To save for your child's college education, you may want to choose a 529 plan. Despite how costly college can be, some families still have funds remaining in this plan after their child completes their education. Students may receive an inheritance or gift from relatives, go to a military academy, win a scholarship or choose not to go to college, leaving them with money[...] Continue reading

How to Save for College

Putting a child through college can be a financial burden for many families. Many college students take out loans to pay for higher education, and in some cases, it can take a lifetime to pay it all back. So, how can you help your child save for college? If you do your research, it’s much easier than you may think. Use this guide to start learning how you can save[...] Continue reading

15-Minute Guide to Retirement Planning

Written by: Chuck Mattiucci, AIF® | Financial Advisor You may love your career and find your work fulfilling, but you likely don’t plan on working for the rest of your life. If you hope to retire at some point, you need to have a plan and money set aside. Retirement planning is an active process, something you need to be involved in from day one. Whether[...] Continue reading

Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) vs. Mutual Funds

Written by: Skylar Riddle, CFP® | Financial Advisor When considering investment strategies, exchange-traded funds and mutual funds are almost always included in the conversation. However, for investors, the distinction between these two investments can be blurry. Although they are similar, several key differences can contribute to both the performance of the[...] Continue reading