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Destination Unknown?

April 11, 2017 By admin 1 Comment

  Imagine you’re about to set out on a road trip.  You would absolutely need to have an idea of where you wanted to go – north, south, east, or west.  You would have to work within the confines of how much time you had for this trip – that would determine how far you could go. Your financial goals are no different than that road trip; failing to plan means planning to fail. Even if you haven’t given retirement much thought, in terms of what it looks like and feels like, chances are Read on...

When the Meter is Running Out on College Planning

October 10, 2015 By Dina Isola Leave a Comment

Your child is just a few years away from going to college, and the acid in your stomach is churning.  You worry if you will have enough; you're mad that you didn't focus on this sooner.  Desperation is a dangerous thing.  It can cause reckless behavior -- a gambler's mentality of, "Let's try and hit it big!"  Of course, anything that can rocket can plummet; that's the way it is with investing. When any goal is short-term (5 years or less), the money needs to remain "safe".  You can't afford to Read on...

Know the Game, Before You Play

March 29, 2011 By Dina Isola Leave a Comment

You would never jump into a game and wager thousands of dollars without first knowing the rules.  And yet, every year many parents do just that as they embark on the process of seeking financial aid for college costs.  The truth is if more parents understood how the information on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is analyzed, they would take steps to place themselves in the most favorable light.  Strategic positioning can really pay off if you know how the game is played.  Read on...

Dina Isola

Since 2002, Dina Isola has worked closely with investors, hearing their concerns. Drawing on her experiences and challenges, Real$martica was born, which focuses on making personal finance issues relatable to women, children and families and educating investors to make informed decisions. A contributor to A Teachable Moment, she is a client relations specialist at Ritholtz Wealth Management. She also serves on Stony Brook Children’s Hospital Task Force.

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