Granite Builds Foundations
Granite - durable, versatile, diverse - has been a choice material for builders and artists for millennia. Granite can be used for foundational construction and for intricate monuments.
Granite Financial Group helps our communities build durable, versatile and diverse financial foundations through planning-focused financial services. We are based in Barre, Vermont, but serve clients in multiple states. We specialize in delivering customized solutions for both individuals and businesses, built on a foundation of trust, experience, and personalized attention.
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Year-End Charitable Gifting and You
This article may help you maximize the benefits of your donation for your chosen charity.
Countering Counterfeit Currency
Combating counterfeiting remains core to preserving the integrity of the nation’s money.
IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty
The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.
What to Expect in Your First Year of Retirement
A visual comparison showing how daily life, income, and routines often shift during the first year of retirement.
Steps to Protecting a Child with Disabilities
Planning for children with special needs can be confusing but by working together, we can help navigate those challenges.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
You Would Rather Be...
Are you a thrill seeker, or content to relax in the backyard? Use this flowchart to find out more about your risk tolerance.
Is Term Life Insurance for You?
Term insurance is the simplest form of life insurance. Here's how it works.
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Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
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Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
Stay Safe with a Business Owner's Policy
Learn the advantages of Business Owner's Policies with this highly educational and fun animated video.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.