Franklin Capital Management, LLC

Frank P. Barrella MBA, AIF®, CRPS®
Welcome! On this Web Site, where you will find a wealth of information in the form of newsletter articles, calculators, and research reports.
I sincerely hope your visit will help you understand the opportunities and potential rewards that are available when you take a proactive approach to your personal financial situation. I have created this Web site to help you gain a better understanding of the financial concepts behind insurance, investing, retirement, estate planning, and wealth management. Most important, I sincerely hope you see the value of working with a skilled professional to pursue your financial goals.
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Newsletters
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Charitable Gifts of Life Insurance
Life insurance offers a way to make a substantial gift to charity while also benefiting from favorable tax rules.
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HOT TOPIC: High Foreign Investment in the U.S. – Will It Last?
The United States received almost one-third of all global foreign investment from 2021 to 2023. This article looks at how different types of foreign investment may impact the U.S. economy.
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Saving for College: 529 Plan vs. Roth IRA
529 plans and Roth IRAs can both be used to save for college. This article compares the features of these two saving options.
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Life Insurance in Retirement
Life insurance might not seem necessary for retirees or those close to retirement, but there are situations where coverage may make sense.
Calculators
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Car Affordability
How much can you afford to pay for a car?
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Life Expectancy
Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.
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Mortgage Acceleration
This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.
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Life Insurance
How much life insurance would you need to produce a sufficient income stream for your family?