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Paul Stanley in Pensions and Investments
Paul Stanley, chief investment officer at Granite Bay Wealth Management commented that the 401(k) plan is the “bedrock of most people’s long term financial plan, and

Budgeting: College and Beyond
Creating a Balanced Budget When it comes to budgeting during college years, balancing your costs with your available resources is crucial. This involves: Identifying Income

Granite Bay Wealth Management’s Paul Stanley Moves Up Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” List
Portsmouth, NH – Granite Bay Wealth Management is proud to announce that founder and managing partner Paul Stanley has been named to the prestigious Forbes

Strategies to Help Your Family Pay Rising College Tuition Costs
By Paul Stanley, CFP®, CPM®, CFF®, Managing Partner, at Granite Bay Wealth Management Nelson Mandela once said “Education is the most powerful weapon which

Life Transitions: How to Adjust Your Financial Plans Accordingly
Albert Einstein said, “The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.” The only thing certain about life’s uncertainty – and the big changes like

Appealing College Aid Offers
Receiving your financial aid package can be a pivotal moment in the college planning process, but what if the offer isn’t enough to meet your

How to Leverage The Great Wealth Transfer to Maximize Your Financial Health
Ben Franklin famously said, “In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes” As the baby boomer generation faces that reality, The Great Wealth

Holiday Budgeting: Tips for a Joyful and Financially Smart Season
The holiday season is a time of celebration, generosity, and connection. But it can also be a time of financial stress if spending goes unchecked.

Business Insider: Exuberance for Trump may be causing investors to overlook a key risk threatening markets
PORTSMOUTH, NH Investors also appear to be betting that Trump’s pro-growth policies will outweigh the negative impact of higher inflation, according to Paul Stanley, chief

Understanding the Difference Between Federal and Private Student Loans
San Francisco When it comes to funding education, choosing between federal and private student loans is a critical decision. Each option has unique features, and

The Impact of Recent Fed Rate Cuts on the Economy
San Francisco The Federal Reserve recently made headlines by cutting interest rates in an effort to stimulate economic growth and stave off potential slowdowns. These

Handling Finances During Life’s Transitions by Paul Stanley
Portsmouth, NH Handling finances during life’s transitions involves careful planning and adaptability. Major life changes such as marriage, divorce, retirement, or career shifts can significantly

Paul Stanley Selected as One of the Best Advisors in the State of New Hampshire by Forbes
Portsmouth, NH Co-founder of Granite Bay Wealth Management, Paul Stanley, has been selected as one of the best advisors in the state of New Hampshire

Yahoo Finance- Paul Stanley’s Journey and His Unique Approach to Wealth Management
Portsmouth, NH Co-founder of Granite Bay Wealth Management, Paul Stanley, has been featured in a recent article on Yahoo Finance. Check out the article here.

Granite Bay Wealth Management Announces New Team Member
Portsmouth, NH Granite Bay Wealth Management is thrilled to announce the newest addition to its team, Peter Waitkun. With a wealth of experience and a

5 Ways to Protect Against Inflation
San Francisco, CA Do you remember what year it was that a gallon of gas was $0.63? Depending on your age, you may or may

College Planning Made Easy – Personalized Solutions To Help You Choose the Right College at the Right Price
College planning gets more complicated and expensive every year, but Granite Bay Wealth Management has worked with Accolade Financial to help ensure that higher education is

Will the Conflict in Israel Have a Ripple Effect on the U.S. Stock Market?
Portsmouth, NH The current conflict in Israel has sparked global concern about potential economic repercussions. “Geopolitical events like this always have some sort of a

Important FASFA Changes
San Francisco, CA As you may know, FAFSA is the form that college students must complete to apply for federal financial aid and, in the

How Does The Federal Reserve Affect You?
San Francisco, CA The Federal Reserve has been in the news recently. And because many people aren’t aware of how the Fed’s decisions, including rate hikes, impact

Silicon Valley Bank – Your Question’s Answered
San Francisco, CA You have likely heard by now that Silicon Valley Bank and its parent company SVB Financial Group failed as a bank last Friday.

March is National Credit Education Month
San Francisco, CA March is National Credit Education Month and a strategic time to pull your credit report, revisit how credit works, and take steps to

IRS Announces Extension of Tax Deadline for California Residents Affected by Severe Weather
San Francisco, CA With tax season in full swing, we wanted to share that the IRS has announced an extension of the tax day deadline for

Granite Bay Wealth Management Announces New Team Member
Portsmouth, NH Granite Bay Wealth Management is pleased to announce that Bryan Monteverde has joined their team as Vice President. With an expertise in lending

Granite Bay Wealth Management Announces Addition of Certified Portfolio Manager® Designation
Portsmouth, NH Granite Bay Wealth Management is pleased to announce that managing partners and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERS™, Paul Stanley and Joseph Skees have earned the