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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

Making Sense Of A Home Warranty

Making Sense Of A Home Warranty

Understanding the value of a home warranty.

Retirement & Rising Costs: Managing Inflation Risk

Retirement & Rising Costs: Managing Inflation Risk

Inflation affects every retiree. Discover smart ways to manage rising costs and keep your retirement plan on track.

How Big is Money?

How Big is Money?

Learn a little about worldwide currency in this fun infographic

 

Buying vs. Leasing a Car

Whatever your relationship with your car, it may eventually come time for a new one. Familiarize yourself with your options.

Where Family Wealth Meets Family Values

Explore how giving, gifting, and everyday spending can work together to support your family's long-term goals.

Exploring the Federal Student Grant Program

In this article, explore the benefits of the Federal Student Grant Program.

Roth IRA for Kids

Learn about the benefits and requirements of opening a Roth IRA for kids.

The Values Shaping Your Financial Decisions

A look at how everyday spending, family gifts, and charitable giving can work together to reflect what you care about.

Smart Retirement Habits for Retirement Success and Security

Build financial confidence and a fulfilling, secure retirement with habits that help protect your wealth and lifestyle.

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Wedding Budget Calculator

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

Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?

Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.

How Much Home Can I Afford?

Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.

Comparing Investments

Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.

Inflation & Retirement

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

What Is the Dividend Yield?

Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.

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The Fed and How It Got That Way

Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.

What Smart Investors Know

Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.

Bursting the Bubble

Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?

Saving for College 101

Here's a crash course on saving for college.

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

Finding the Balance

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

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