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Christopher Scalzo
Financial Advisor, Founder
21 Main Street, Clinton, NJ 08809
Tel (908) 323-2585 | Fax (908) 323-2616
chris@elevatewealthplanning.com
www.elevatewealthplanning.com
Securities and advisory services offered through
Commonwealth Financial Network,
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Member FINRA/SIPC,
a Registered Investment Adviser.
r e l a x w I t h t h e n o r t h h u n t e r D o n
n e w c o m e r s c l u b !
The North Hunterdon Newcomers' November 13 meeting is all about
self-care and wellness. Please join us for a free discussion and hands on tips from
Refine Spa & Salon. Learn about skin and hair care and relaxation through massage
therapy! The fun begins at 7:00 pm, in the second floor meeting room of the Clinton
First Aid and Rescue Squad building, 48 Old Highway 22, Clinton (across from the
old A&P) Light refreshments will be served.
Located at 33 Main Street in Clinton, Refine is a full service, award winning
Salon and Spa specializing in anti-aging skincare, therapeutic massage therapy and
all aspects of hair care. Founded in 2007 by Odelia Hallam, Refine was recently
selected for the 2019 BEST OF CLINTON award which recognizes companies that
enhance the positive image of small businesses through service to its customers.
Refine's philosophy is based upon the belief that beauty and wellness should be
simple, sustainable and easily incorporated into one's daily routine. Its approach
begins with understanding client's goals and customizing personalized plans
which include the appropriate in-spa services and at-home regimen. For more
information on the Newcomers and future meeting schedules, visit us at: www.
angelfire.com/nj4/nhnewcomers. Like us on Facebook!
n e x t s t e p c o l l e g e a D V I s I n g
I still meet people who have never heard of Independent College Counselors. I
also meet parents who tell me they wish they had known me, or someone like me,
when their child was going through the admissions process. Below are some highlights
from The Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), of which I am
a member, which maintains the highest of standards for those in my profession.
State of the Profession 2018, presented by the CEO of IECA, Mark Sklarow,
discusses the trends in Independent Educational Consulting (College Advisors).
1. IEC growth is not slowing down.
2. Students at all levels are more complicated (increased pressure to apply
Early Decision and/or Early Application, increased identification of depression,
anxiety and other emotional disabilities).
3. Academic Decisions are less predictable.
4. Changes to the way admissions decisions are being made (renewed interest
in character measure, unclear role of 'demonstrated interest',
test optional schools.)
5. INFORMATION OVERLOAD (too much, too often, constant change)
6. Rates are continuing to climb: 2017 average hourly fee: $200. (range: $85-350),
Comprehensive Package Fee for counselors with more than 10 years of experience:
$5200 average. $4800 in Mid-Atlantic Regional Average, $5400 New England
Regional Average.
I invite you and your family to sign up for a consult on my website to learn more.
The average Public School Student receives 38 minutes of personal college counseling
over four years. This is not adequate. The average student in my comprehensive plan
receives 20 hours of personal college counseling. My goal is to empower, educate and
guide students to find their best fit, both emotionally, educationally and financially.
Please visit my website at: www.NextStepAdvising.com to learn more and book
an appointment online. I'm accepting new Junior clients until January 2020, and will
then begin enrolling Sophomores. My office is conveniently located at 37 Main Street
in Clinton with reserved parking in rear of building. I look forward to helping you
with your NEXT STEP! – Nicole Smith, Next Step Advising
