A Personable, Independent Advisor Helping You Pursue Your Goals
It can be incredibly overwhelming to navigate the world of financial planning and investing. Without trusted guidance and easy-to-understand advice, it’s hard to feel confident in your financial future. Welcome. I’m Chris Miller, and I seek to address this concern by serving as a trusted resource.
I am an independent financial advisor who assists clients in all stages of life and specializes in retirement and income planning. My passion lies in helping my local community articulate, plan, and pursue their goals and I take pride in the fact that I have been helping my friends and neighbors for over 22 years. My top priority is to serve my clients first, last, and always. I believe my clients appreciate the value I offer and the personalized attention I provide.
While I am based in Frederick, Maryland, I work with clients all over the country. I invite you to contact me today to learn more about how I can help you pursue your goals.
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Inflation and the Real Rate of Return
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3 Estate Challenges for Blended Families
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Critical Estate Documents
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Investing with Your Heart
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Year-End Charitable Gifting and You
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See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
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Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job
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Timing Your Retirement
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Global and International Funds
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