Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Matthew Gough

04/27/2023

The idea of winning millions in a lottery or sweepstakes can be exciting. But, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Legitimate lotteries and sweepstakes never ask for money upfront in exchange for a prize.

04/25/2023

Long-distance relationships are becoming more commonplace in today's technologically advanced world. However, be wary of sending money, especially if you've never met in person. A scammer can prey on your emotional state and take advantage of your trust, generosity and goodwill.

04/23/2023

This scam often involves an attorney searching for a beneficiary for his or her deceased client. Keep in mind that you should never pay money in order to get money. If you believe an offer is legitimate, discuss it with a family member or trusted friend to gain an outside perspective.

04/21/2023

Scam artists have been known to impersonate loved ones, tricking older adults into providing financial information or sending money to an unknown account. Always ask questions that only your loved one can answer or call your family member back at a number that you know to be legitimate.

04/20/2023

Take a look at my recent news about my CKA®️ designation.

04/19/2023

Do you know how to protect yourself from a cyberattack? To help spread awareness of these increasingly frequent attacks, I'll be posting some common types of financial scams as well as tips for how to avoid becoming a target for fraud in the coming days and weeks. Click this link to learn more:

Common types of fraud

04/19/2023

In this Market Pulse commentary, Investment Strategists Angelo Kourkafas and Mona Mahajan explain why we believe the dollar will remain the world’s preferred reserve currency.

While headlines around the collapse of the dollar emerge every so often, an outright demise of the dollar does not seem credible for three key reasons.

04/18/2023

Interested in growing your practice? Experience Edward Jones firsthand and find out how to take your business to the next level. Join us June 28-30, 2023 for our Premier Due Diligence event. Contact me for more details.

04/18/2023

When you pull together the documents necessary for tax season, what will you find? A lot of unnecessary paper and emails, probably. Now's a perfect time to tidy up your financial life—and potentially discover accounts you may have lost in the clutter. Start here.

Spark joy and part with all those old statements, tax returns, and utility bills.

01/02/2023

The holidays were so much fun, but it’s time to welcome the new year. Send me a message and let’s work together to start 2023 on the right financial foot.

12/27/2022

2023 is just around the corner. What are you looking forward to next year?

12/25/2022

Wishing you and your loved ones a merry Christmas.