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Our professionals have years of experience in financial services. Denise Carson, CPA, MBA, CGMA has been a Certified Public Accountant since 1985. She has completed a Masters in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and Management Information Systems from Marymount University with honors. She has also completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Maryland and has completed an Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration. Ms. Carson is 6, 7, 63, 65 and Insurance licensed.
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Sound estate management includes creating financial and healthcare documents. Here's an inside look.
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How to Invest in LGBTQ+ Friendly Companies
This article allows those who support LGBTQ+ interests to explore the possibilities of Socially Responsible Investing.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
Global vs. International: What’s the Difference?
International funds invest in non-U.S. markets, while global funds may invest in U.S. stocks alongside non-U.S. stocks.
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My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
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See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
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Global and International Funds
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RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.
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Learn about cyber liability insurance in this entertaining video.