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"Don Mathieson" Registered Representative with Cetera Financial Specialist

(845) 357-6815

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

How to Effectively Budget as a Couple

How to Effectively Budget as a Couple

Be sure that you agree on how to go about combining your finances as a couple before discussing how you'll handle expenses.

How Insurance Supports Your Financial Goals

How Insurance Supports Your Financial Goals

Discover how insurance can protect your income, family, and future while supporting long-term strategic financial planning.

Family Conversations on Retirement, Legacy, and Finances

Family Conversations on Retirement, Legacy, and Finances

Practical guidance for discussing retirement plans, support, and financial values with family before transitions occur.

 

What is the Value of Your Business?

Ascertaining the value of your business is important for a variety of reasons.

Risk Perspective

Is it possible to avoid loss? Not entirely, but you can attempt to manage risk.

Rebalancing Your Portfolio

Over time, different investments' performances can shift a portfolio’s intent and risk profile. Rebalancing may be critical.

A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.

When Heirs are Imperfect

The money problems or bad lifestyle habits of adult children could lead to the squandering of any inheritance they receive.

Volunteering in Retirement

For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.

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How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?

See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.

The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do

Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.

Historical Inflation

See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.

Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments

See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.

Comparing Mortgage Terms

Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.

Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.

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The Wild West of Data Theft

Learn about cyber liability insurance in this entertaining video.

Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries

Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.

Saving for College 101

Here's a crash course on saving for college.

Retirement and Quality of Life

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

Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder

Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.

Investments

You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.

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