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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

The Economic Journey of Your Morning Coffee

The Economic Journey of Your Morning Coffee

Few contemplate the complex journey that brought their coffee from farm to kitchen table.

Understanding the Basics of Medigap Policies

Understanding the Basics of Medigap Policies

Important as it is, Medicare does not cover the full range of health-care expenses you may experience in your golden years.

Understanding Extended Care

Understanding Extended Care

Understanding the types of extended care services—and what those services could cost—may be critical.

 

The Value of Insuring Against Life’s Risks

Building wealth requires protection from the forces of wealth destruction.

Reviewing Your Life Insurance Needs

Learn how the review process works and how it may help you better understand your Life Insurance.

The Many Ways to Measure Inflation

Different inflation indexes may tell different stories. Here's what that could mean for you.

How to Read Your Credit Report

Solve a mystery while learning how important your credit report is with this story-driven interactive.

Social Media: #NewestBusinessLiabilityRisk

Social media may be a modern imperative for businesses looking to grow and build their brand, but it also introduces risk.

How Often Should You Update Your Estate Strategy?

Review your legacy approach regularly, particularly following significant life events or legislative updates.

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Estimate Your RMD

Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.

What Is My Net Worth?

Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.

Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator

Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.

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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How to Bake a Pie-R-A

Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?

Safeguard Your Digital Estate

If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?

Once Upon a Goal

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

Bursting the Bubble

Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?

Retirement and Quality of Life

Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

4 Elements of an Estate Strategy

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

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