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Capital Investment Advisors is a financial planning and investment management firm that specializes in serving retirees and pre-retirees in the Long Beach area. My company is built on a solid foundation of exceptional client service, industry experience, and in-depth market knowledge.
I understand that investors face challenging markets and an overwhelming number of choices. I work with clients to develop comprehensive financial plans that will help achieve their financial goals while protecting their wealth.
I invite you to learn more about my firm, my financial planning philosophy, and me.
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This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
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This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
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This calculator can help you estimate how much you should be saving for college.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
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Principles of Preserving Wealth
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To Buy or Not to Buy
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Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.