Maureen O'Brien

Investment and Wealth Management Services 

Welcome to our firm.

Our firm is a client-focused full service investment and financial consulting firm. We have put together a team of very experienced, well-educated and highly trained financial advisors and staff. Our goal is to provide our clients with sound, unbiased advice based on a thorough knowledge of our client's needs, goals, and tolerance for risk.

We have been serving clients for over twenty years. They come from diverse backgrounds and include individuals, families, businesses, non-profits and trusts. Our clients have widely diverse needs and goals, hopes and dreams.  What they have in common is concern for their financial future and an appreciation of the benefits of working with financial professionals.

Although we are a small firm, we are able to offer a full range of financial services for both individuals and businesses through our relationship with LPL Financial, the largest independent broker/dealer in the country*. LPL Financial provides us with deep administrative support, extensive research capabilities, and multiple investment opportunities for our clients. LPL Financial has no proprietary products, which enables our advisors to maintain our independence in making recommendations to our clients based first and foremost on their needs.

*As reported by Financial Planning magazine, June 1996-2011, based on total revenue.
Calculators

Cash Flow Analysis

This Cash Flow Analysis form will help you weigh your income vs. your expenses.

Impact of Inflation

Estimate the future cost of an item based on today’s prices and the rate of inflation you expect.

Savings Goals

How much do you need to save each year to meet your long-term financial goals?

Savings Accumulation

Estimate the future value of your current savings.

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Newsletters

Rising Popularity of Roth IRA as Retirement Vehicle

Investment in the Roth IRA has been growing dramatically. Fueling the growth of this popular investment vehicle are tax-free distributions in retirement and no mandatory withdrawals due to age. Compare the trade-offs of Roth IRAs with traditional IRAs, including eligibility limitations, annual contribution limits, and withdrawal considerations.

HOT TOPIC: Will Federal Reserve Tactics Help the Ailing U.S. Economy?

This article looks at policy tools that the Federal Reserve has used in the past and may use going forward in its attempts to spur economic growth. It also explains the possible implications of a long-term, low-interest-rate environment for investors, savers, and retirees.

What Do Price/Earnings Ratios Really Have to Offer?

It's not hard to find the price/earnings ratios of publicly traded companies or even the market as a whole reported in the news. Unfortunately, it may be difficult to understand what the numbers mean without the ability to make meaningful comparisons.

Are Consumers Holding the Keys to a Better Economy?

Consumer spending still accounts for about 70% of gross domestic product, but some government statistics suggest that consumers may have reduced spending drastically in recent years, especially on discretionary items. High unemployment, household debt, and a general lack of confidence can affect consumers' ability and willingness to spend.

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