Understanding Today's Financial Environment
Fraser and Associates understands that many of us face challenges as we prepare for the future. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for tomorrow, today. Whether your goal is preparing for retirement, college savings or estate strategies, our personalized services focus on your financial goals and objectives.
Our professionals have years of experience in financial services. We can help address the needs you have today and for many years to come. We look forward to working with you through the various stages of your life.
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Medicare vs. Medicaid
The terms Medicare and Medicaid sound similar but are two very different things. Learn the differences in this informative article.
Year-End Charitable Gifting and You
This article may help you maximize the benefits of your donation for your chosen charity.
Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.
Insuring Your Business With a Buy/Sell Agreement
It may help your business be better prepared in the event of the death of a principal or key employee.
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about if annuities are right.
How to Invest in LGBTQ+ Friendly Companies
This article allows those who support LGBTQ+ interests to explore the possibilities of Socially Responsible Investing.
4 Steps to Protecting a Child with Disabilities
Planning for a child with special needs can be complicated, confusing, and even overwhelming.
Immediate vs. Deferred Annuities
Looking forward to retirement? It's critical to understand the difference between immediate and deferred annuities.
To choose a plan, it’s important to ask yourself four key questions.
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What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
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Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
Forecast
This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.
Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance
Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.