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.
Helpful Content
The Ivory Tower Changes Wall Street
Thanks to the work of three economists, we have a better understanding of what determines an asset’s price.
Retirement Plan Detectives
A couple become Retirement Plan Detectives, searching records from old employers.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Managing an Inheritance
A windfall from a loved one can be both rewarding and complicated.
Separating the Signal From the Noise
A good professional provides important guidance and insight through the years.
Succeeding at Business Succession
There are a number of reasons for business owners to consider a business succession plan sooner rather than later.
Four Steps to Valuing an Estate
Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.
Saving on Subscription Service Costs
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Risk Perspective
Is it possible to avoid loss? Not entirely, but you can attempt to manage risk.
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What Is My Life Expectancy?
Estimate how many years you may need retirement assets or how long to provide income to a surviving spouse or children.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
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An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
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Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates why knowing when to retire can be a crucial part of your strategy.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
18 Years’ Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years, with many lasting even longer. Will you fill your post-retirement days with purpose?
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.