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We understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether your goal is saving for retirement, college savings, or estate strategy, our personalized service focuses your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.

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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Our first priority is helping you take care of yourself and your family. 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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Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

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Risk Perspective

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Women and Wealth: A Pivot Towards Retirement

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When Heirs are Imperfect

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Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.

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Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.

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See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.

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Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?

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The Power of Compound Interest

Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.

Keeping Up with the Joneses

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Finding the Balance

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