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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

Four Steps to Valuing an Estate

Four Steps to Valuing an Estate

Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.

A Home Insurance Claim: To File Or Not To File

A Home Insurance Claim: To File Or Not To File

Learn when it may not make sense to file a claim on your home insurance.

When Does Your Personal Car Become a Commercial Vehicle?

When Does Your Personal Car Become a Commercial Vehicle?

At what point can you call a personal vehicle commercial?

 

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.

Medicare Advantage 101

Overview of Medicare Advantage, what’s in them, special rules, and more.

Helpful Retirement Strategies for Women

Learn how to address the challenges that women face when planning for retirement.

Deciding When to Take Social Security

One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.

How to Conquer the World - 5 Financial Strategies for Savvy

Learn more about women taking control of their finances with this infographic.

Catch-Up Contributions

Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.

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Social Security Tax Estimator

Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.

Inflation & Retirement

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?

See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.

Simple 401k

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

How Compound Interest Works

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

Wedding Budget Calculator

Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.

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Leaving Your Lasting Legacy

Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.

From Boats to Brokers

From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

The Facts About Income Tax

Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

4 Elements of an Estate Strategy

Learn about the importance of having an estate strategy in this helpful and informative video.

Once Upon a Goal

Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.

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