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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

To Buy or Not to Buy

To Buy or Not to Buy

The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.

How Compound Interest Works

How Compound Interest Works

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

Social Security Tax Estimator

Social Security Tax Estimator

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

 

The Value of Insuring Against Life’s Risks

Building wealth requires protection from the forces of wealth destruction.

Good Health is Good Business

Good employee health can be great for the company’s bottom line.

Your Social Security Roadmap

Help clients navigate their Social Security claiming decisions with our interactive roadmap.

The Half Million Dollar Baby

The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.

What Will You Do With Your Bonus or Windfall?

This article examines one's options when receiving a work bonus or other financial windfalls.

Do Your Kids Know The Value of a Silver Spoon?

You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?

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Emergency Fund Calculator

Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.

Student Loan Refinance Calculator

Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.

Simple 401k

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

College Savings

See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.

Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator

Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.

Wedding Budget Calculator

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

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Preparation is the Key to Retirement

The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.

Once Upon a Goal

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

How to Bake a Pie-R-A

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

The Wild West of Data Theft

Learn about cyber liability insurance in this entertaining video.

Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities

What is your plan for health care during retirement?

Finding the Balance

The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.

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