Stanley Leconte – Alumni News

Financial Checklist for Your Thirties and Forties

Posted on February 25, 2015 at 10:48 am.

Your 30s and 40s can usher in a period in which your financial situation becomes increasing complex due to varied and sometimes conflicting priorities and expenses. You may find yourself contributing financially to support aging relatives at the same time you’re providing for your children – and trying to save for long-term financial goals of […]

To Buy or Not to Buy a Vacation Home?

Posted on February 18, 2015 at 10:45 am.

Written by Stanley Leconte

You’ve always wanted to own a vacation home, and now you finally feel ready to make that purchase. Before you put an offer in for a cabin on the lake or condo in the mountains, consider the realities of owning a second property. Here are a few questions to think about before you finalize your […]

5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Charitable Giving This Season

Posted on December 17, 2014 at 8:30 am.

Written by Stanley Leconte

The holidays are the time of year when the spirit of giving touches us in a variety of ways. Among other things, we tend to step up our contributions to favored charities. Giving back to causes and organizations that have special meaning is probably the main reason for your philanthropic efforts. There’s also the added […]

6 Tips for Spending Wisely this Holiday Season

Posted on December 15, 2014 at 7:41 pm.

Written by Stanley Leconte

When holiday music is piped into malls and festive themes accompany some hard-to-miss sales, it’s no wonder people are compelled to overspend during the holidays. Here are six helpful tips to keep help keep your holiday spending in check this season. Start with a list. Even Santa knows it’s wise to make a list (and […]