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What Happens to Your Social Media Accounts When You Die?

November 16, 2024 by Catherine Gareri

Social media has become an integral part of our lives, with many of us accumulating years of posts, photos, videos, and other digital content across various platforms. But have you ever considered what happens to all of this data after you pass away? Understanding the policies of different social media sites regarding deceased users’ accounts […]

Filed Under: Estate Planning, Women & Wealth Tagged With: Digital Estate Planning, Digital Legacy, Digital Legacy Planning Tips, Estate Planning for Social Media Accounts, How to Manage Social Media After Death, Managing Social Media Accounts, Social Media After Death, Social Media Policies for Deceased Users

Breaking Up the Piggy Bank: A Divorcing Couple’s Guide to Retirement Asset Division

November 1, 2024 by Katie E. Moore, CDFA®

Dividing retirement assets is often one of the most complex aspects of a divorce settlement. These accounts, which may include 401(k)s, IRAs, pensions, and other retirement plans, are typically among a couple’s most valuable assets. Proper division requires careful consideration of legal requirements, tax implications, and long-term financial planning. This article will guide you through […]

Filed Under: Personal Finance, Women & Wealth Tagged With: 401(k) and IRA Division, Divorce Settlement, QDRO, Retirement Asset Division, Tax Implications in Divorce

Filing for divorce without spouse's agreement

What to Do If Your Spouse Refuses to Divorce

June 26, 2019 by Katie E. Moore, CDFA®

Can My Spouse Stop Me From Getting a Divorce? Here’s What You Need to Know Getting a divorce is often one of the few things quarreling spouses might agree on. But what happens when you want to sever ties and your spouse refuses to cooperate? The good news is that no one can legally force […]

Filed Under: Women & Wealth Tagged With: Contested divorce process, Divorce legal procedures, Divorce residency requirements, Divorce without consent, Filing for divorce without agreement, No-fault divorce laws, Spouse refusing divorce

Ask these essential questions when consulting with different divorce attorneys to inform your attorney selection

Important Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Divorce Attorney

March 2, 2019 by Katie E. Moore, CDFA®

Key Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Divorce Attorney: Your Pre-Selection Checklist Choosing the right divorce attorney is one of the most critical steps in navigating your divorce. While recommendations from friends can be helpful, every case is unique, and what worked for them may not work for you. To ensure you find the best […]

Filed Under: Personal Finance, Women & Wealth Tagged With: Choosing a divorce lawyer, Divorce attorney consultation tips, Divorce attorney questions, Divorce legal advice, Family law attorney selection, Hiring a divorce lawyer

DIY Divorce: Is It Right for You? Exploring the Pros and Cons

February 11, 2019 by Katie E. Moore, CDFA®

Exploring the Pros and Cons of Divorcing Without a Lawyer Considering a do-it-yourself divorce? While it may seem attractive to save money, it’s crucial to understand the potential risks and benefits before proceeding. This guide explores the pros and cons of DIY divorce (not hiring an attorney) and introduces mediation as an alternative option. Pros […]

Filed Under: Personal Finance, Women & Wealth Tagged With: divorce costs, divorce mediation, divorce without attorney, DIY divorce, legal advice for divorce, pros and cons of DIY divorce, uncontested divorce

5 Ways to Organize Your Finances Before Divorce

January 3, 2019 by Katie E. Moore, CDFA®

If a divorce is looming in your future, you’ll find you have a lot of things to take care of, but your finances should be front and center. Here are 5 ways to get your finances in order before a divorce. 1. Sit down with a Fee-Only Financial Planner, preferably a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst […]

Filed Under: Personal Finance, Women & Wealth

10 Ways to Help Kids Deal With Divorce

November 27, 2018 by Katie E. Moore, CDFA®

Divorce is an earth-shattering experience for any couple to go through. In some ways, though, it’s worse for their kids because they were not a part of the decision for the breakup. Parents often try to stay together for the sake of the kids even when the marriage clearly isn’t working. Finally, they admit that […]

Filed Under: Personal Finance, Women & Wealth

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Eric C. Jansen, ChFC

Fun Facts About Me

When he is not researching the next great stock to add to client portfolios, you can find him travelling frequently with his family to Jackson Hole Wyoming.

  • Hometown: Chicago, IL
  • Birth Month & Year: November, 1964
  • Favorite Hobby: Goldmining in Nome, AK
  • Favorite Food: Steak at Charley’s Steakhouse in Orlando FL
  • Can't be interrupted when: Watching the Discovery Channel
  • Hidden Talent: Finish Carpenter
  • Something on bucket list: Obtain Helicopter Pilot License
  • Family Pet: Goldfish
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Steven C. Johnson, ChFC

Fun Facts About Me

Steve would tell you that one of the best parts of the day is spent talking to clients and relationships that result from it. When away from the office, he loves to travel the back roads of New England enjoying all the great sites that can be found off the beaten path.

  • Hometown: Townsend, MA
  • Birth Month & Year: December, 1967
  • Favorite Hobby: Playing Hockey
  • Favorite Food: Chicken Caesar Salad
  • Can't be interrupted when: Watching the Bruins
  • Hidden Talent: Cooking – Makes a great Thanksgiving turkey
  • Something on bucket list: Travel to Italy and Greece
  • Family Pet: Max – our Pomeranian

Frederick M. Lane, ChFC, CASL

Fun Facts About Me

When not managing client portfolios, Fred can be found relaxing with family and friends.

  • Hometown: Nutley, NJ
  • Birth Month & Year: July, 1954
  • Favorite Hobby: Dog Walking
  • Favorite Food: Italian
  • Can't be interrupted when: Listening to Pink Floyd
  • Hidden Talent: Landscaping
  • Something on bucket list: Space Flight - Tourism
  • Family Pet: None

Catherine M. Gareri

Fun Facts About Me

When not caring for her clients Cathy enjoys relaxing in her yard at home.

  • Hometown: Bellingham, MA
  • Birth Month & Year: July, 1957
  • Favorite Hobby: Cooking and Entertaining
  • Favorite Food: Steak at the Capital Grille
  • Can't be interrupted when: It's family time
  • Hidden Talent: Dog Whisperer
  • Something on bucket list: Spending a couple months on the Almalfi Coast
  • Family Pet: In Between Mastiffs now so a little blue fish “Willy”

Katie E. Moore, CLTC

Fun Facts About Me

When Katie is not busy taking care of her clients, she spends her time being a mom to her two little ones, Owen and Isla.

  • Hometown: Modesto, CA
  • Birth Month & Year: September, 1982
  • Favorite Hobby: Swimming
  • Favorite Food: Mexican Food
  • Can't be interrupted when: I'm cooking
  • Hidden Talent: Climbed Yosemite's Half Dome, twice - no fear :)
  • Something on bucket list: See the Northern Lights and Potty Train my 2 year old
  • Family Pet: Caddy and Sierra – our two cats

Hesper Duval

Fun Facts About Me

Loves spending time with 2 daughters and enjoys participating in 5k obstacle races throughout the year.

  • Hometown: Charlton, MA
  • Birth Month & Year: October, 1981
  • Favorite Hobby: Running
  • Favorite Food: Cheesecake
  • Can't be interrupted when: Reading a good book
  • Hidden Talent: Interior Design and furniture restoration
  • Something on bucket list: To travel cross-country in an RV
  • Family Pet: Charlie and Nora, both black labs from the same litter

Donna Fournier

Fun Facts About Me

When not cheering for the Patriots, Donna spends her free time travelling throughout the United States looking for new haunted places to explore. She loves to wear her cowboy hat and boots when travelling out west.

  • Hometown: Swansea, MA
  • Birth Month & Year: February, 1961
  • Favorite Hobby: Exploring haunted locations
  • Favorite Food: Pizza
  • Can't be interrupted when: Eating my pizza
  • Hidden Talent: Rollerblading
  • Something on bucket list: Travel to Australia
  • Family Pet:  Had a pet skunk

Krista Isabelle

In her free time, Krista can be found crafting, cooking, spending time outdoors with her family, or curled up reading next to her beloved pets.

  • Hometown: Hopedale, MA
  • Birth Month & Year: August 1994
  • Favorite Hobby: Cooking & Baking
  • Favorite Food: Baked mac & cheese
  • Can’t be interrupted when: Reading
  • Hidden Talent: Cartoon drawing
  • Something on her Bucket List: Fostering animals

Danielle Drew

When Danielle does not have her head in a book studying to expanding her financial planning knowledge, she enjoys anything active and outdoors, including visits to the beach and hiking.  

  • Hometown: Dennis, MA
  • Birth Month & Year: November, 1985
  • Favorite Hobby: Working out, concerts, and exploring wineries
  • Favorite Food: Lobster pot pie, cheeseburgers, BBQ, the list goes on...
  • Can't be interrupted when: Working out 
  • Hidden Talent: Country line dancing
  • Something on bucket list: To hike the 48, 4000 footers of New Hampshire
  • Family Pet: none, hopefully a big dog someday

Jay Willwerth, ChFC

Fun Facts About Me

Jay’s days are spent helping clients achieve their financial goals, followed by nights and weekends typically watching his daughters play competitive volleyball.

  • Hometown: Melrose, MA
  • Birth Month & Year: September, 1959
  • Favorite Hobby: Golf
  • Favorite Food: Anything at a Patriot’s Tailgate
  • Can't be interrupted when: Watching the Patriot’s Game
  • Hidden Talent: Competitive Volleyball Watcher (Mostly his 2 daughters)
  • Something on bucket list: Play a round of Golf at Pebble Beach
  • Family Pet: Bella, our Shih-poo
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