At David J. Fender & Associates Inc.,
We offer a variety of services including complex tax preparation, accounting services, as well as comprehensive investment planning*. In addition to preparing and filing your tax return, we can assist in developing a unique plan that takes into account your financial circumstances, tax status, and can implement a broad variety of strategies for your college, retirement, insurance, and estate planning goals.
We offer our clients a multifaceted approach to address their growing financial challenges.
*These services are offered by David J. Fender through his affiliation with Avantax.
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