Retirement Planning and Wealth Management in Crofton, Maryland
With the large selection of financial advisors in your community, it is difficult to know whom you can trust. As a fully independent firm, we are able to provide our clients unbiased financial services and advice. Because LPL Financial does not offer proprietary products, we are free to concentrate on finding investments that suit our clients’ individual needs.
In addition to having trust in your advisor, you should also feel confident that he/she provides you with suitable advice. The advisors at LPL Financial focus on helping our clients pursue their goals through comprehensive wealth management. We strive to provide clear direction for our clients with strategies designed to help build wealth, reduce risk and benefit others in meaningful ways. This, combined with the relationships we build, can help our clients feel confident with their financial future.
Clients today are more diverse than ever, and we respect each client for his/her individuality. Because each client is unique, we offer customized wealth management advice with creative strategies tailored to our clients’ financial objectives
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The Long Run: Women and Retirement
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What Is a Roth 401(k)?
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Mutual Funds vs. ETFs
Exchange-traded funds have some things in common with mutual funds, but there are differences, too.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.
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Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
4 Elements of an Estate Strategy
Learn about the importance of having an estate strategy in this helpful and informative video.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
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.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.