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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Grocery Games: Strategies to Help Stretch Your Food Budget
Food prices have risen more than 22% since the beginning of 2020, but shopping strategically might help households spend less on groceries.
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ETFs Are Closing the Gap with Mutual Funds
Investor demand for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has increased rapidly over the last decade due to attractive features that set them apart from mutual funds.
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What Happens to Your Time Horizon at Retirement?
When entering retirement, investment strategy typically shifts from a single, goal-based fixed time horizon to a multilayered, interrelated series of time periods.
Calculators
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Required Minimum Distributions
Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employer's retirement plan after you turn age 73.
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Savings Goals
How much do you need to save each year to meet your long-term financial goals?
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Roth IRA Conversion
This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.
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Savings Accumulation
Estimate the future value of your current savings.