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BI-WEEKLY Volume 24, Number 13 - April 1, 20
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How To Choose A Financial AdvisorARA) - You know the importance of saving for retirement,
but do you have the time and know-how to accomplish your
nancial goals? In an increasingly busy world, its possible
hat keeping close tabs on your investment accounts isnt
xactly realistic.
Seeking the help of nancial professionals has becomemore important to investors according to a recent survey
onducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of TD Ameri-
rade Holding Corporation, as nearly one quarter (22 per-
ent) of investors report relying more on a professional in-
vestment advisor following the recession.
Even if you have a good handle on your investments, you
may nd that hiring a nancial advisor -- who can put the
ime and energy into making sure you and your family plan
or a secure nancial future -- may be a worthwhile invest-
ment. By hiring an independent registered investment ad-
visor -- commonly referred to as an RIA -- you can make
ure your investments are managed on a full-time basis by
professional advisor, while still having control.
Of course deciding to put someone in charge of your hard-
arned money is not a process to be taken lightly. TD
Ameritrade offers these tips to consider as you choose an
ndependent nancial advisor or RIA:
Just as it is wise to do research on the background ofnyone who would take care of your children, you should
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nvestigate the person or company you enlist to handle
your money. The Securities and Exchange Commission
www.adviserinfo.sec.gov), Financial Industry Regula-
ory Authority (www.nra.org), Certied Planning Board
of Standards (www.cfp.net), National Association of Per-
onal Financial Advisors (ndanadvisor.napfa.org/Home.
spx), and Financial Planning Association (www.fpanet.
org), as well as your own state securities agency all col-
ect background information on nancial professionals that
an be accessed through their websites. Use these sites tomake sure the advisors you are considering havent faced
disciplinary action for dishonest practices and are in good
tanding with regulators.
Know the difference between working with an indepen-
dent RIA and a stock broker, or other nancial services pro-
vider. Independent RIAs, for example, are bound by law to
ct in their clients best interest. Brokers, on the other hand,
re held to a suitability standard, meaning the advice they
give must be suitable to that clients situation. If you are
ooking for objective, comprehensive money management,
you might want to consider an RIA.
While RIAs are required by law to act in your best inter-
st, there are other ways that you can ensure they will do
what is best for you. One is to ask how they are compensat-
d. Fee-only compensation generally minimizes conicts
of interest and means that your advisor is paid only for the
management services and advice he or she offers, and only
by you, not by investment product providers. When an ad-
visor is paid on commission, theres a greater chance he orhe will make choices with your money that serve not only
your interests, but their own as well. Thats not to say that
dvisors do not work fairly under this model, but poten-
ial conicts of interest are something to consider as you
hoose an advisor.
When looking for referrals from friends or relatives, the
most valuable referrals may come from those in similar
ituations. Its also a good idea to ask potential advisors if
hey specialize in working with certain types of clients and
hoose one that ts your unique prole.
Check to make sure your advisors rm is audited on a
egular basis. A third party custodian should also handle
ll your deposits, to ensure checks and balances. An inde-
pendent custodian can help ensure the safety and security
of your assets, and will provide you with a clear, concise
tatement every month. A duplicate monthly statement is
lso sent to your advisor. Make sure this is also a legitimate
nd upstanding business.
Working with a trusted independent RIA can help you r
ize your nancial goals, while allowing you to spend
time worrying about and managing your investment
you need help nding a nancial advisor through the
Ameritrade AdvisorDirect program, visit
www.tdameritrade.com.
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Protect Yourself In The Online, Social Network Communi
(ARA) - More people than ever are taking part in social network
sites. Facebook alone has more than 500 million users, according
Facebook statistics. People have a lot to lose if the security of t
social networking site is compromised. Their own personal, identify
information, and the information of all those they network with, co
be at risk.
In addition, wide usage of mobile devices increases the possibility
virus infection and provides a new gateway to hackers and malicicodes in spam mails and websites around the Internet. Introduction
voice messaging services also provides a new medium for virus in
tion and hacking of personal data.
Cell phones and laptops are revolutionizing the way we communic
in todays society, says Lyman Munson, vice president of risk serv
at Firemans Fund Insurance Company. It is imperative to protect y
personal information when taking advantage of this wonderful, inno
tive technology.
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Experience counts. And, whenit comes to making a businessdecision that impacts yourcompanys perormance, youwant an experienced banker byyour side. Matching the rightfnancial product with your mostimmediate business need in thetimeliest manner possible is whatFidelity bankers do best. Putourexperience to work or you!Contact a Fidelity Banker today.
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Here are some top recommendations to help protect
yourself and ensure a secure online experience in the
world of social networking:
* Dont accept pop-ups or prompts for software, un-
less youre armed with Web scanner software which
checks each site for infections prior to access.
* Dont provide, post, or submit any confidential
personal data (e.g. banking details, medical records,full birth dates, home town, birth place, social secu-
rity number,etc.). Social networking sites dont re-
quire this sort of information to join.
* Do change your password at least once a month.
Dont change it if youre prompted to. This could be
a malicious link.
* Avoid letting friends, peers, co-workers or staff
access their social networks on your computer,
dont sign into your networks on their machi
Others could introduce infections to your comp
er through unsafe practices, or your login secu
could be compromised via cookies saved on y
computer.
* Never auto save your password information,
clear your history at least once a week.
* Its not smart to accept friend requests or requ
friends who you personally do not know - eve
they are mutual friends of others you know.
* Talk online about your vacation, whereabouts,
after youve returned home, not before you le
Otherwise, it can be an invitation to thieves to s
by your house while you are away.
* Frequently check your privacy settings. Chan
in the website/social network may delete your
tings, without you knowing. Understand and m
tain your desired level of privacy.
* Mobile apps are extremely popular. Find ou
companies you are a customer of provide appl
tions for you to use that are secure, such as cla
or policy information with your insurance compa
* Take the time to learn how to use social netw
sites effectively. Each site has information on vacy settings and how tos. Many sites help
with details on things such as setting up a variet
friends lists with varying privacy settings and avo
ing relationship pitfalls, such as www.allfacebo
com.
* Parents need to be mindful of childrens acti
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and protect computer systems from predators.
* Be mindful of what you say when responding or
posting on your Facebook wall. Remember, any-
hing you say will will be seen by all friends and
hose out of your control when commenting on a
friends wall.
* Dont share files on your laptop or mobile device.
When you connect at a wireless hotspot, anythinghat you are sharing on your computer or device may
be shared with anyone else connected to that net-
work. Disable the file and printer sharing featur
pick the correct network type on your laptop or
bile device.
* Secure sites are best. Always look for the http
and/or padlock symbol on your browser. Most bro
ers also allow you to hover over the site name to
sure that it is a verified web service.
* Restrict what you do on Wi-Fi. Dont do anython Wi-Fi that you wouldnt want to share with a
one else.
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Five Simple Screenings To Get On The Path To A Healthy Li
ARA) - One in two Americans is living with a chronic dis-
ase. Chronic diseases are persistent and recurring, and are
ypically either hereditary or the result of factors such as
poor diet, obesity or lack of exercise.
Dr. Ian Smith, creator and founder of The 50 Million Pound
Challenge and The Makeover Mile is a health and nu-
rition expert who is constantly encouraging Americans to
be proactive when it comes to their health. Unfortunately,
many Americans postpone or even skip key health screen-
ngs due to fear, lack of awareness, or cost concerns, says
Smith. However, its important to know your risk so you
an make the appropriate lifestyle modications to change -
or reverse - the course of chronic disease.
Smith recommends ve simple screenings as a rst step in
determining whether or not you are at risk for a variety of
reatable - and preventable - chronic diseases. These screen-
ngs will be available for free as part of The Makeover
Mile which he is presenting with CVS/pharmacy in con-unction with their To Your Health program in seven major
ities across the country.
Diabetes
A simple nger prick is all that is needed to check your blood
glucose levels to see if you are at risk for diabetes. If your
blood glucose test shows that you are at risk for diabetes,
your doctor will work with you to make certain lifestyle
hanges, particularly involving diet and exercise.
Blood pressure
Blood pressure is measured by a quick, painless test using a
ubber cuff that is wrapped around the upper arm and inat-d. If your blood pressure is consistently high, your doctor
will likely recommend lifestyle changes, such as exercise, a
healthy diet, quitting smoking, limiting alcohol and/or rec-
ommend a maintenance medication.
Cholesterol
Even though high cholesterol may lead to serious heart dis-
ase, most of the time there are no symptoms, which is why it
s important to have your cholesterol levels checked. A rapid
cholesterol test involves just a simple blood sample from
nger. As with diabetes and blood pressure, lifestyle chan
such as exercise and weight loss, maintaining a healthy d
and quitting smoking are recommended if your cholest
levels are not within a healthy range. If the added measur
a maintenance medication is needed to keep your cholest
at a healthy level, it is important to make sure that the m
cation is taken regularly, as prescribed.Other important screenings - osteoporosis and vision
Two other important screenings that shouldnt be overloo
are osteoporosis and vision. A simple bone mineral den
test, done via low-dose X-rays, determines whether or
you are at risk for osteoporosis, a disease that causes bo
to become fragile and more likely to break. Additional
vision screening can help identify whether or not you ar
risk for eye disease.
In an effort to help Americans take the next steps in the r
to a healthy life, the CVS/pharmacy To Your Health
gram features free screenings for chronic diseases at mthan 800 events across the country. The events offer e
participant more than $150 in free screenings for diab
blood pressure, cholesterol, bone mineral density (osteo
rosis) and vision. For more information and to nd an ev
in your area, visit www.cvs.com/toyourhealth. For mor
formation about The Makeover Mile visit
www.makeovermile.com.
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Experience counts. And, whenit comes to making a businessdecision that impacts yourcompanys perormance, youwant an experienced banker byyour side. Matching the rightfnancial product with your mostimmediate business need in the
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Wichita Falls-Kell
2525 Kell Blvd, Ste 100940.763.2100
Wichita Falls-Downtown
909 8th Street, Ste 101940.322.5600
Burkburnett
301 South Ave D940.569.9000
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