The "Baron Financial Group Market Update" is a video series where we present what has happened in the markets, what our team is doing now, and what we are looking at down the road. This month we highlight the importance of tracking your 2026 budget and how we can help. This is a video with audio, so if you prefer to just listen, click play and enjoy! Presented by Anthony Benante, CFA, CFP®. Watch our October 2026 Market Update video here:
The "Baron Financial Group Market Update" is a video series where we present what has happened in the markets, what our team is doing now, and what we are looking at down the road. This month we highlight how higher interest rates may help with inflation pressures. This is a video with audio, so if you prefer to just listen, click play and enjoy! Presented by Anthony Benante, CFA, CFP®. Watch our September 2026 Market Update video here:
On this 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, we remember and mourn those who lost their lives, and we honor those who survived the unthinkable. We also honor the courageous first responders who answered the call that day, putting their own lives at risk to save others. We especially remember FDNY Firefighter Frank Anthony Palombo, beloved father of Maria Suazo and father-in-law of James Suazo, a valued member of the Baron Financial Group team for over a decade. We honor Frank’s courage, service, sacrifice, and the many lives he touched. May his memory, and the memory of all those lost on September 11, always be a blessing.
The "Baron Financial Group Market Update" is a video series where we present what has happened in the markets, what our team is doing now, and what we are looking at down the road. This month, we highlight planning ideas for the last 4 months of the year. This is a video with audio, so if you prefer to just listen, click play and enjoy! Presented by Anthony Benante, CFA, CFP®. Watch our August 2026 Market Update video here:
James Suazo, a Wealth Manager at Baron Financial Group, is quoted on this topic, answering a reader’s question on NJMoneyHelp.com by Karin Price Mueller, originally published in August 2026. “I just turned 60 and wanted to do a major renovation to the house. The house is almost paid for. Is there any benefit in taking a second mortgage or home equity loans to pay for the repairs?…
Fran Weizman has retired from her full-time role at Baron Financial Group after nearly 20 years with us. We wish her a retirement filled with health, happiness, exciting travel, good books and plenty of Mahjong wins! I am happy to report that we won’t be saying goodbye, as Fran has agreed to stay on as a consultant when needed, and we will continue to see her at our events, as well as our Baron lunches and parking-lot walks. Here is a message from Victor and Fran:
The "Baron Financial Group Market Update" is a video series where we present what has happened in the markets, what our team is doing now, and what we are looking at down the road. This month, we highlight planning needs when markets appreciate. This is a video with audio, so if you prefer to just listen, click play and enjoy! Presented by Anthony Benante, CFA, CFP®. Watch our July 2026 Market Update video here:
Continuing our tradition of supporting Spectrum for Living, Baron Financial Group proudly sponsored the organization's Annual Walkathon – 5K, Walk & Doggie Dash, as well as Sipping for Spectrum, a lively bar crawl in Hoboken, NJ. Victor and Victoria participated in the Annual Walkathon, while Victoria also attended Sipping for Spectrum. The Cannillo family remains actively involved in Spectrum for Living's fundraising efforts throughout the year.
The "Baron Financial Group Market Update" is a video series where we present what has happened in the markets, what our team is doing now, and what we are looking at down the road. Inspired by America's 250th anniversary, we've also gathered a few fun and historical facts about the American economy to share with you. This is a video with audio, so if you prefer to just listen, click play and enjoy! Presented by Anthony Benante, CFA, CFP®. Watch our June 2026 Market Update video here:
We are entering the summer-travel season and thought it would be helpful to share some of the travel tips utilized by our Baron Team members. To protect "Your Personal Economy", here are some safe and smart tips to consider before you head out. Note that most of these, but not all, are for international travel. We hope you enjoy a safe and easy travel experience!
The "Baron Financial Group Market Update" is a video series where we present what has happened in the markets, what our team is doing now, and what we are looking at down the road. A notable highlight this month is the solid year-to-date performance of indexes. It is a video with audio, so if you prefer to just listen, click play and enjoy! Presented by Anthony Benante, CFA, CFP®. Watch our May 2026 Market Update video here:
Baron Financial Group is proud to announce that Wealth Manager/Partners Victor Cannillo and Anthony Benante are recognized as Five Star Wealth Managers in New Jersey (Victor) and Sarasota (Anthony). Anthony and Victor are humbled to be multi-year Five Star Award winners consecutively since 2012. In addition, Baron Advisors, Victor, Anthony, & James (Suazo) are recognized as Women’s Choice Award® Verified Financial Advisors for 2025-2026 (Victor and Anthony since its inception in 2013).