
Welcome to Spire Investment Partners, LLC
Dave has opened a new Spire Investment Partners, LLC office in Frederick, MD. We provide comprehensive financial planning, investment advisory services, retirement plan design, and estate planning through our relationship with Spire.
We offer attentive service and creative solutions suited to each client’s individual financial situation. Clients tell us that they appreciate our ability to explain the complexities of the financial world in ways that are meaningful, yet easy to understand. Our mission is to provide integrated, comprehensive advice to help clients prioritize, plan, and manage their complete financial lives.
Managing wealth today, let alone planning for what tomorrow may bring, doesn’t happen automatically-or easily. Our clients lead busy, demanding lives with little time for choosing and monitoring investments. We assist them in the creation of a plan to help secure their financial future, freeing them to follow their dreams.
We seek a long-term partnership with you and your family. We hope you will schedule an appointment today to enjoy the confidence of knowing an experienced professional adviser is helping you make important financial choices for both today and tomorrow.
Services:
- Investment advisory services
- Financial planning
- College funding
- Estate planning
- Sustainable and responsible investing
- Retirement planning
- Wealth management
We welcome both individual and corporate clients.
Helpful Content
Managing an Inheritance
A windfall from a loved one can be both rewarding and complicated.
Protection Against Uninsured Drivers
You’re hit by an uninsured driver. Now what? Are you protected against financial losses?
Protecting Your Home Against Flood Loss
Protect yourself against the damage that your homeowners policy doesn’t cover.
A Look at Diversification
Diversification is an investment principle designed to manage risk, but it can't prevent against a loss.
Data Thieves from Outer Space
Learn about the dangers of internet fraud with this highly educational and fun “pulp” comic.
A Brief History of Estate Taxes
Federal estate taxes have long since been a lucrative source of funding for the federal government.
A Look at Whole Life Insurance
Whole life insurance remains in force as long as you remain current with premiums. Here's how it works.
Healthcare Costs That Catch Retirees Off Guard
An article on three healthcare costs that often catch retirees off guard.
The Investment Risk No One’s Ever Heard Of
You face a risk for which the market does not compensate you, that can not be easily reduced through diversification.
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Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
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Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
The Other Sure Thing
A new LIMRA study shows that 40% of Americans believe the death of a primary wage earner would cause financial challenges.