Stephen D. Dissette
Investment Advisor Representative with Horter Investment Management, LLC

Welcome to our Web site, where you’ll find a wealth of information in the form of newsletter articles, calculators, and research reports. Thank you for your interest in obtaining information on securing your retirement. When you are retired or as you reach retirement age, planning for or maintaining a secure financial future poses a multitude of challenges. You may not be aware of all the available options to help maximize your retirement money. It is my objective and responsibility to assist you.
We 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. We have created this Web site to help you gain a better understanding of the financial concepts behind insurance, investing, retirement, estate planning, and wealth preservation. Most important, we hope you see the value of working with skilled professionals to pursue your financial goals.
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Sincerely,
Stephen D. Dissette
Investment Advisor Representative with Horter Investment Management, LLC
IAR
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Newsletters
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Investor, Know Thyself: How Your Biases Can Affect Investment Decisions
While traditional economic models assume that people make rational decisions, most humans don’t think like robots. This article summarizes some common biases that can influence financial decisions.
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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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A Pension Strategy That May Boost Your Income
A strategy called pension maximization may enable a married pensioner to elect the higher payments of a single-life annuity while also providing for the spouse’s financial future.
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Equity REITs: Is There Room for Real Estate in Your Portfolio?
This article discusses some unique characteristics of REITs, including how they can offer a consistent income stream and why changing interest rates can affect REIT performance.
Calculators
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Retirement Plan Early Distribution
Estimate how much would remain after paying income taxes and penalties if you took an early distribution from a retirement plan.
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Lease Payment
How much would your monthly lease payment be?
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LTCI Cost of Waiting
Estimate the potential cost of waiting to purchase a long-term care insurance policy.
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Credit Card Debt
How Long Will It Take to Pay my Balance?