Monthly Archives : June 2014

Cost of college leaves some parents strapped

June 11, 2014

“’Earnings on your investment are tax-free as long as the money is used for college,’ said Stacy Francis, certified financial planner and CEO of Francis Financial. ‘Most plans have very low minimum monthly contribution limits, making them attractive to all families regardless of income level.'”

Simple Ways For Kids to Give Back

June 9, 2014

by Mai Nguyen-Tran

“A fun way you can bond with your nieces and nephews while also giving back to the community is by doing one of my favorite hobbies – volunteer. The beauty of volunteering is that there is always something that you can contribute to or help with for a cause that is interesting to you.”

India’s Election Bodes Well For Investors

Aired June 2, 2014

“The election of Nahrendra Modi, a pro-business politician, as India’s prime minister is being heralded as a mandate for change, says Avani Ramnani, director of financial planning and investment management at Francis Financial in New York City.”