David A. Shaw, EA
President & CEO
Office: 530-674-1150
Susan P. Growney, EA
Vice President
Office: 530-674-1150
Voted 'The Best' 7 Years in a Row
Wealth Management & Financial Planning
Coordinated financial planning that offers investment and advisory work along with a full range of aggregated financial services for individuals, families, and businesses to help accomplish customized goals including investing or saving for education or retirement.
*Investment and financial planning services are offered by David Shaw through his affiliation with Avantax.
Tax Planning, Preparation, & Representation
As Enrolled Agents our professionals are called “America’s Tax Experts” and provide a combination of proper planning and professional tax preparation to help minimize tax liabilities and meet deadlines.
Business Accounting & Payroll
Assistance with all aspects of financial preparation and record keeping. Let us handle it all for you. From payroll to financial statements and consulting, our team allows you to focus on your business and make decisions for moving forward.
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Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
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Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
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Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
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Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
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Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
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See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
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Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
Surprises
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A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.
Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities
What is your plan for health care during retirement?
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
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