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Fisher Investment vs. Boutique Independent Advisors: A Guide to Choosing a Financial Partner
Introduction Choosing the right financial advisor is one of the most important decisions you can make for your long-term financial well-being. A few common questions I have seen lately are: Is Fisher Investments Worth It? Is Fisher Investments a good company? Who are the top financial advisors for retirement planning? Is Fisher Investments a Fiduciary? Whether you are planning for retirement, navigating market volatility, or simply looking to grow your wealth, it pays to comp

Joe Boughan
Mar 30, 202511 min read
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The Ultimate Money Plan? Tony Robbins Financial Books
Tony Robbins is a name synonymous with personal development, known for his New York Times best-selling books and life-changing...

Joe Boughan
Mar 10, 20257 min read
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Coast 101: Financial Planning for IPO, Employee Stock Options, RSUs
Navigating the complexities of retirement planning is much like running a marathonāit requires endurance, careful pacing, and a...

Joe Boughan
Feb 25, 20259 min read
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Advisor's Bookshelf Top Reads
Every year, I make it a priority to read at least one book per month to broaden my understanding of economics, financial markets, and...

Joe Boughan
Feb 1, 202511 min read
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Special RTX Employee Post: RTX Pension
Special Blog Post for RTX and Raytheon Employees that need to evaluate their retirement planning.

Joe Boughan
Jan 27, 20255 min read
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Understanding the Cost of a Financial Advisor
Planning for your financial future is one of the most important decisions youāll make, especially as you approach retirement or work to...

Joe Boughan
Jan 20, 20255 min read
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Is $2 Million Enough to Retire Comfortably?
A recent study from Northwestern Mutual found that the average American thinks they need around $1.46 million to retire. That suggests $2 mi

Joe Boughan
Jan 8, 20254 min read
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Lessons from Retirement Income Certified ProfessionalĀ® Program
Retirement is about more than just numbersāit's about securing your future and creating the freedom to live the life youāve envisioned. As a financial advisor focused on retirement planning, I recently completed the coursework for theĀ Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICPĀ®) Ā designation through the American College of Financial Planning. While I havenāt yet earned the designation, I did complete all three courses for the designation, and I wanted to share some key i

Joe Boughan
Dec 16, 20244 min read
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How much stocks should I have in my portfolio?
How much stocks should I have in my portfolio? The age-old question for investors. It's a pretty significant decision as much as 90% of your rate of return as an investor is determined by how much stocks vs bonds you have in your investment account.Ā So important, right? Aside from your savings habits and sticking to a long-term plan, your asset allocation, which is the mix of stocks to other asset classes in your portfolio, is one of the most significant financial decisions

Joe Boughan
Nov 26, 20245 min read
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Is the Market Heading for a 1929-Style Crash?
The idea of a looming market crash as catastrophic as the Great Depression gets thrown around every now and thenāwhether itās dramatic...

Joe Boughan
Nov 18, 20245 min read
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Should I S&P and Chill? Tips for investment
Todayās topic dives into something that may surprise you. Many of us have heard that putting everything in the S&P 500 and chill and...

Joe Boughan
Nov 10, 20244 min read
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"Lifetime Income Strategy" for RTX 401(k)
For Raytheon Technologies employees, the Lifetime Income Strategy Fund offers a unique retirement planning option within the RTX 401(k)...

Joe Boughan
Sep 21, 20246 min read
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How does "Onshoring" Impact investments?
In today's rapidly shifting economic landscape, the concept of onshoring has emerged as a significant global trend with far-reaching...

Joe Boughan
Aug 30, 20244 min read
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The Risks of Concentrated Employee Stock
Introduction If you're an employee at a public corporation, you may be holding a significant portion of your retirement savings in...

Joe Boughan
Aug 23, 20245 min read
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Understanding Market Volatility History
Investing in the stock market is a journey filled with ups and downs, and understandings market volatility and these fluctuations is...

Joe Boughan
Aug 16, 20244 min read
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How much should I be saving? Insight from Shaq
Welcome to the Parkmount Financial Partners blog! My name is Joe Boughan, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER⢠Professional dedicated to sharing insights from my journey to help you make informed financial decisions. Today, let's explore why Shaquille O'Neal recommends saving an astonishingly high 75% of your income and how this advice can be relevant to your financial planning. Why Saving is Crucial Since I started my career in Boston working with high-net-worth investors, I have

Joe Boughan
Jul 2, 20244 min read
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What Should I Do If I Just Received a large financial windfall?
Receiving a substantial windfall like $1.5 million inheritance or business sale or even lottery winning is a life-changing event, and...

Joe Boughan
Jun 14, 20244 min read
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How to think about Minimizing Taxes on Your Retirement Plan
As a certified financial planner (CFP Ā®) professional in the Boston area at Parkmount Financial Partners LLC, I've worked with many...

Joe Boughan
May 10, 20244 min read
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Are Annuities the Right Choice for Your Retirement Plan
When planning for retirement, many residents face the challenge of ensuring a stable and secure financial future. At Parkmount Financial...

Joe Boughan
Apr 29, 20244 min read
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How can I Maximize Social Security?
In an era where financial security is more important than ever, understanding the intricacies of Social Security benefits becomes...

Joe Boughan
Mar 23, 20244 min read
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