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Richard E Murphy Co. is an independent wealth management practice located in Scarborough, Maine.
We provide personalized investment management services to private individuals and families through LPL Financial, a Fortune 500 company. Through LPL we have access to a range of investment products, such as stocks, bonds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), mutual funds, annuities, and alternative investments, and investment management platforms.
Take time to explore hundreds of trending educational videos and articles on this website. Download the latest Weekly Market Comment or visit the LPL Research blog for daily market calls. But, in our opinion of course, nothing replaces the value of having cultivated a long-time relationship with your own dedicated personal financial advisor. We think it’s important to get started as soon as you can.
Helpful Content
New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2026
A look at the new retirement contribution limits from the IRS.
Should I Accept a Free Credit Lock?
Learn the ins and outs of credit locks, freezes, and more.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
Women on the Rise
Explore the growing influence women wield over the economy with this handy infographic.
Deciding When to Take Social Security
One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.
Put It in a Letter
A letter of instruction provides additional and more personal information regarding your estate.
What To Do When Your Income Reaches 7 Figures
Preserve your high net worth with these foundational tips.
The Pre-Retirement Checklist
This checklist can give you a quick snapshot of how prepared you are.
Gun Ownership and Your Homeowners Policy
Gun owners need to make sure that their homeowners policy covers the full value of their firearm(s) as personal liability.
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Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
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The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
An Arm and a Leg
A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don't let it be more painful than it has to be.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.