Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Welcome, I’m Michael A. Chester at Mesa Verde Consulting, Inc., a tax and financial service company in Costa Mesa, California. We provide personalized services to meet your Accounting, Tax, and Financial Goals based on your needs, wants, and objectives.
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Helpful Content
Directors and Officers Liability Insurance
Not only can D&O insurance provide financial protection, but it can help improve an organization’s decision-making.
Countering Counterfeit Currency
Combating counterfeiting remains core to preserving the integrity of the nation’s money.
Saving Early & Letting Time Work for You
See how starting early—not saving more—can be the most powerful move you make for your long-term future.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
Tax & Estate Strategies for Married LGBTQ+ Couples
Learn how to maximize your tax and estate strategy as a married member of the LGBTQ+ community.
Investment Challenges of the Affluent Investor
Affluent investors face unique challenges when putting together an investment strategy. Make sure you keep these in mind.
Making a Charitable Contribution
There are benefits and limitations when you decide to donate stock.
White Elephant Inheritance
This article deals with how one might deal with a burdensome inheritance.
Does Your Credit Score Affect Your Insurance Rates?
Your credit score may influence how much you pay for auto and home insurance.
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The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
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An Arm and a Leg
A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don't let it be more painful than it has to be.
Finding the Balance
The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.