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I provide personalized tax, financial and investment management services to individuals and businesses.

I offer retirement planning, education planning, risk management and so much more. I offer my clients a multi-faceted approach to address their growing financial needs.

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Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.

Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions.

Our first priority is your overall financial success. We want to learn more about your personal situation, identify your dreams and goals, and understand your tolerance for risk. Long-term relationships that encourage open and honest communication have been the cornerstone of my foundation of success.

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TIPS for Inflation

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Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.

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See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.

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Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.

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Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.

Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator

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Retirement and Quality of Life

Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

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There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.

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The Richest Man in Babylon

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The Other Sure Thing

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