Anthony V. Mancuso CFP, ChFC

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Holiday shoppers are expected to spend about 4.8 percent more than last year. Learn what you can do to protect your gift-giving budget from scammers.

Watch out: 4 scams targeting holiday shoppers Keep a close eye on your credit card. Thieves are targeting shoppers' holiday budgets, with seasonal scams such as fake shipping notices and lookalike retailer sites.

The severity of any market drop needs to be put into the proper perspective. Learn the measurements Wall Street professionals use to define the intensity of a market drop from a recent high.

Stock market: Should investors fear a correction, or 10 percent drop? When the stock market turns rocky, it's good to know the difference between a pullback, correction or bear market. It provides needed perspective.

For many people in their 30s, saving for retirement is a top financial priority, according to the Ameriprise Ages, Stages and Money study. Learn what you can do to help stay on track toward your goals.

5 things to save your financial life when you're in your 30s How to set up a safety net for the top financial challenges in your 30s.

Ameriprise Research: GDP growth estimates for Q3 show a drop of 1.8pp with additional slowing in Q4. We believe consumer spending likely to remain strong but growth is likely to slow due to trade and tariffs.

“You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.” – John Bunyan

May you and the little goblins in your life have a spooky and fun-filled Halloween!

What you leave behind for others speaks volumes about what matters to you. Let’s talk about protecting what you leave behind – no matter what happens in the market.

We are a multigenerational practice. That means we work with children of clients who are learning the basics of budgeting and saving up to be people living brilliantly in retirement. We can help your kids get off to a good start on their financial journey.

Picking the right level of health coverage can be one of your most complex open enrollment decisions. Use these tips to help you decide and contact me if you’d like to review together.

Tips on choosing health insurance during open enrollment Here are some considerations for evaluating your health care insurance needs for next year.

What have we learned from the 2008 financial crisis? Ten years later, the Great Recession’s legacy offers insight for the nation and world.

Lessons learned from the 2008 financial crisis The U.S. is in its 10th year of economic expansion following the 2008 economic crisis. Find out what we have learned from the effects of the 2008 financial crisis.

It’s National Retirement Security Week. No matter how far off it may seem, it’s never too early to start saving for your retirement.

By 2024 there will be 13 million individuals age 65 and older in the workforce, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Learn what that could mean for Medicare eligibility.

Are you putting retirement plans on hold? What that means for your Medicare eligibility A growing number of older adults expect to continue punching in at the office well after they've hit 65. That could have some impact on your Medicare planning. Here's what you should know.

Fall is upon us. Make sure your home is prepped for the colder temperatures ahead.

Fall Home Maintenance Tips It's time to get your home ready for those colder winter months ahead. Check out our Fall Home Maintenance Tips.

The core financial habits of millionaire families are surprisingly consistent. How many does your family use?

5 financial habits of affluent families Research shows that affluent families share certain financial habits. Learn what they are, and how your family can put them to use as you work toward achievi...

When we think about our financial success in life, most of us can credit someone—a parent, teacher or mentor—who guided us along the journey.

Let's help make that dream trip a reality by creating a customized cash strategy. Contact me so we can talk about ways to get your cash working harder for you while you plan your vacation.

September is College Savings Month. I can help you determine a savings plan for yourself or a loved one.

Markets continue to look beyond the potential negative impact of rising trade tensions and are reacting, instead, to the hard evidence of a strong economy. Our Chief Market Strategist David Joy explains.

Markets Continue to Overlook Trade Tensions | Ameriprise Newsroom Last week’s gains came despite the announced imposition of another round of tariffs on Chinese exports.

How can you enjoy life now while planning for tomorrow? Let’s talk about how our comprehensive approach to financial advice can help you – and your loved ones – feel confident through all stages of life.

Be Brilliant | Ameriprise Financial Commercial | “Like Father, Like Daughter” Valuable financial advice can be passed on from one generation to the next. Establishing a relationship with the right financial advisor can help you and you...

Some things to consider before declaring yourself ready for retirement.

5 things you must do before you retire Check off these boxes before making your retirement official.

Fall means shorter days, cooler weather and a return to a more set routine. It can be a good time to pause and reflect on your short and long term financial goals.

August 8 is National Dollar Day. It celebrates the establishment by Congress of the U.S. monetary system.

Whether you're saving for a special trip or unexpected life events, when it comes to your cash, balance is key. I can help review your cash strategy.

Thinking about going back to school later on in life? Here are some tips for financing your education.

How to pay for a college degree when you have bills, kids and a mortgage Many Americans pursue higher education not after high school, but in later years when they have to juggle obligations such as children or a mortgage. Between 2005 and 2015, the enrollment of people 25 and over in degree-granting institutions increased by 13 percent.

Are you withholding enough taxes from your paycheck?

30 million people are not withholding enough for taxes. How to tell if you’re one of them About 2 in 10 taxpayers will be writing a check to Uncle Sam next spring. Here's how to make sure you don't wind up with a huge tax bill in 2019.

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Want to go someplace amazing without breaking the bank this summer? Here’s some affordable travel recommendations from Forbes.

Cheap Summer Travel: 23 Places To Go In 2018 From Maine to Oregon, the most affordable summer destinations in America.