Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
I’m Mark Bilodeau, a financial professional in Chelmsford, MA. We understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether your goal is saving for retirement, college savings, or estate strategy, our personalized service focuses your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.
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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.
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Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You
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To Catch a Thief
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See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
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Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
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Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
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Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
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Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
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See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
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The Wild West of Data Theft
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Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?