How Should You Evaluate a Guaranteed Annual Withdrawal Rate Annuity?
Annuity products can offer guarantees such as on the rate of interest, death benefits, income streams and/or withdrawal rates during...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- May 2
- 2 min
Interest Rate Cycle - This could be the last rate hike in 2023
Following Q1 2023, Fed Officials remain on track for another rate hike on May 2nd-3rd, which will continue raising consumer and corporate...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Jan 11
- 2 min
Some Quick Tips for Beginning Investors
Tips for Beginning Investors - 1) Develop a Safety Fund a) Safety Funds are usually around 3-6 months of your current expenses b) Get...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Jan 5
- 3 min
Happy New Year - 2022 In Review
2022 was productive! Among other things, I started my independent fee only financial planning practice and have made a lot of progress...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Nov 30, 2022
- 3 min
Are We Approaching the Next Bond Bull Market?
Bond prices have been coming down a lot ytd 2022. Does this mean that we are heading towards a bond bull market? Here are some basics on...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Nov 30, 2022
- 2 min
What is Involved in Special Needs Financial Planning?
The Special Needs Financial Planning process helps prepare for the future of a loved one with a disability like deafness, blindness or...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Nov 8, 2022
- 2 min
Unemployment Rate - Good News, Bad News?
The most recent unemployment announcement last week informed us that the rate increased to 3.7%, which was up from 3.5%. 3.7% showed us...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Oct 31, 2022
- 2 min
Feeling like a Small Fish?
Fishing is a great way to get outdoors and have some fun. The activity brings people together and has been one of my favorite things to...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Oct 20, 2022
- 1 min
Announcing Subscription Fees
Bulldog Financial Planning is offering subscription based financial planning for clients. The payment amount will be based on the...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Oct 5, 2022
- 2 min
Ways to invest in gold
Gold can be a great way to diversify a portfolio but needs to be done carefully and with a financial plan. Historically an investment in...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Sep 7, 2022
- 2 min
A Few Things on Buying Individual Bonds
The above chart illustrates what approximate total return fixed income investors will earn by buying treasuries as of Sept 1st 2022. a) ...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Aug 26, 2022
- 3 min
Planning for your Required Minimum Distribution?
Here are a few considerations when thinking about your annual RMD- 1) Is part of your annual income already going to a 501(c)3 charity?...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Aug 26, 2022
- 3 min
How is Financial Planning different at BFP?
Bulldog Financial Planning (BFP) is a fee only financial planning company located in Cumberland, RI. My name is Patrick Randall and I am...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Aug 26, 2022
- 3 min
Is the market the right place for your money?
Bulldog Financial Planning (BFP) recognizes that adding money to the market is not going to be the right recommendation for every client....
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Aug 19, 2022
- 2 min
What is Business Continuity and Why is it Tested?
Today marked the second test of the Business Continuity Policy at Bulldog Financial Planning. The process went smoothly and took about...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Aug 18, 2022
- 2 min
Wanna Know How to Read this Chart?
This chart shows us historical trading prices. The lines represent simple moving averages for different time periods. For example, the...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Aug 12, 2022
- 4 min
Are you maximizing your Employer Sponsored Plan?
Next time you check your employer sponsored 401k or 403b balances make sure you consider the following: 1) Are you maximizing your...
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bulldogfinancialpl
- Aug 10, 2022
- 2 min
7 Helpful Tips for Retirees
One of the biggest concerns for retirees is maintaining your independence and lifestyle by avoiding a nursing home. The good news is...
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