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Are You ‘Just OK’ At Managing Your Finances?

A RECENT TV COMMERCIAL depicts a nurse prepping a patient for surgery. When the patient asks the nurse about the surgeon, he's informed that the doctor is "OK." The ad ends with the tagline "Just OK is not OK." It's easy for viewers to share the patient's horror. Unfortunately, when it…

Kristin McKennaMarch 4, 2019

Financial Planning Retirement Planning U.S. News

How Investors Can Have Enough Money in Retirement

This article was originally published by U.S. News and written by Kristin McFarland, CFP®, Wealth Advisor at Darrow Wealth Management. The doomsday scenario is universally shared by retirees and pre-retirees alike: depleting all your financial resources during your lifetime. (more…)

Kristin McKennaJanuary 11, 2019

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Can You Have Too Much Employer Stock?

This article was originally published on U.S. News by Kristin McFarland, Wealth Advisor at Darrow Wealth Management. Unlike most questions in financial planning where the answer is typically "it depends," the answer in this case is decidedly yes; you can have too much employer stock – and many people do. There…

Kristin McKennaFebruary 16, 2017

Investing U.S. News

5 of the Biggest Risks Facing Investors

This article was originally published on U.S. News by Darrow Wealth Management advisor Kristin McFarland, CFP® When it comes to managing your investments, there can be a lot of factors to consider. However, you don't need a doctorate in economics to avoid making some of the most costly mistakes. By keeping…

Kristin McKennaOctober 19, 2016

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Strategies to Maximize College Savings and Financial Aid

This article was originally published by U.S. News and written by Kristin McFarland, CFP®, Wealth Advisor at Darrow Wealth Management. Paying for college is a significant concern for many families. Federal financial aid may be a deciding factor in where a student goes to college, even for families who have been diligently saving.…

Kristin McKennaApril 6, 2016

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How Much Money Can You Make From Your Home?

This article was originally published on U.S. News by Kristin McFarland, Wealth Advisor at Darrow Wealth Management. (more…)

Kristin McKennaApril 6, 2016

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What’s the Return on Investment on Your Home?

This article was originally published on U.S. News by Kristin McFarland, Wealth Advisor at Darrow Wealth Management. Do you see your home as an investment, or as a living expense? There is no right or wrong answer, but clearly defining how you view your home can help you weigh major…

Kristin McKennaMarch 22, 2016

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Pay Yourself First: Save for Retirement, Then College for the Kids

This article was originally published by U.S. News and written by Kristin McFarland, CFP®, Wealth Advisor at Darrow Wealth Management. Even when finances are tight, there are several strategies to make the most out of your income. (more…)

Kristin McKennaFebruary 23, 2016

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Your 401(k) Loan Is Costing More Than You Think

This article was originally published on U.S. News by Kristin McFarland, Wealth Advisor at Darrow Wealth Management. Most people who borrow against their retirement account will never fully recover. (more…)

Kristin McKennaFebruary 13, 2016

Financial Planning Real Estate U.S. News

6 Things to Consider Before Paying Off a Mortgage Early

This article was originally published on U.S. News by Kristin McFarland, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Darrow Wealth Management. Directing excess cash towards paying down a mortgage means those funds aren't available for investing. These factors will help you decide if its better to invest excess cash or pay off your mortgage…

Kristin McKennaDecember 7, 2015