David J. Abbs, CFP, CFS - Wealth Advisor

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David J. Abbs, CFP, CFS - Wealth Advisor We are experienced in helping you towards your retirement life goals by customizing an investment strategy designed with the objective to pursue these needs.

At Carson Wealth, we understand that life is a journey. In order to prepare for the challenges and opportunities you encounter in retirement, planning is essential. Our life planning philosophy is a comprehensive approach to preparing for retirement that enhances the retirement experience through a series of thoughtful, future-focused decisions, made throughout your life. The skills, values, attitudes, resources and relationships developed in each of life’s stages all contribute, in a meaningful way, to the challenges and opportunities encountered in the next stage of life. Because life is multi-dimensional at every stage, our life planning approach seeks to create the most rewarding retirement experience by encompassing these areas: finances, work, leisure, relationships, physical and mental health, housing and personal growth. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Cetera Advisor Networks LLC is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors. www.finra.org, www.sipc.org

October brought a modest market decline, but market breadth was strong. With seasonally bullish months ahead and signs o...
11/03/2026

October brought a modest market decline, but market breadth was strong.

With seasonally bullish months ahead and signs of extreme pessimism, the stage could be set nicely for a rally. Read this week's market commentary for a closer look at what’s shaping the markets: https://bit.ly/4zyzRwP

Investment strategy isn’t about finding a perfect answer. It’s about building an approach you can stick with. Understand...
10/31/2026

Investment strategy isn’t about finding a perfect answer. It’s about building an approach you can stick with.

Understanding your comfort level with risk can play a critical role in how portfolios are built, adjusted, and maintained over time. This quick quiz helps bring that into focus.

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Have you heard of the widow’s penalty? When one spouse passes, the surviving spouse could be facing a higher income tax ...
10/30/2026

Have you heard of the widow’s penalty? When one spouse passes, the surviving spouse could be facing a higher income tax burden when transitioning to the Single filing status. This could also mean higher Medicare premiums.

The widow’s penalty is one of eight planning considerations every pre-retiree should be thinking about. Check out our full list here: https://bit.ly/4yJEzXg

Business owners need a team. You know, those people in your corner helping you work ON your business while you work IN y...
10/28/2026

Business owners need a team. You know, those people in your corner helping you work ON your business while you work IN your business.

They’re the ones who can help you position your business for growth while also planning for a successful and profitable exit when you're ready to step away.

Ready to build that team for yourself? See who should be on it: https://bit.ly/4ip93aZ

We’ve heard the complaints about lack of breadth in the market—too few stocks are driving recent rallies.  Well, now we ...
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We’ve heard the complaints about lack of breadth in the market—too few stocks are driving recent rallies.

Well, now we have more breadth. But is it a good thing? Get our insights in the latest Market Commentary: https://bit.ly/4ByRC0C

Whether college is years away or coming up fast, paying for it takes planning. Our quick College Readiness Quiz can help...
10/24/2026

Whether college is years away or coming up fast, paying for it takes planning.

Our quick College Readiness Quiz can help you see where you stand financially and what you can do to get ready. Take the quiz and get access to our helpful College Expenses Checklist: https://bit.ly/3noZ50Y

Pay taxes now or when you retire? A Roth IRA conversion lets you pay taxes on retirement savings today so you can withdr...
10/23/2026

Pay taxes now or when you retire? A Roth IRA conversion lets you pay taxes on retirement savings today so you can withdraw that money tax-free later if you meet certain requirements. But whether that trade-off makes sense depends on your income, your tax situation, and when you’ll need the money.

Wondering if a Roth IRA conversion could fit into your retirement plan? Learn about the benefits, the costs, and why timing matters: https://bit.ly/4bK8zYt

When you’re steeped in the day-to-day of running a business, it can be hard to find time to plan for an eventual exit. B...
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When you’re steeped in the day-to-day of running a business, it can be hard to find time to plan for an eventual exit. But there’s a lot to consider, including keeping taxes in check, ensuring a smooth transition, and making sure you have enough money to retire on your terms.

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Midterm elections are almost here. History suggests stocks could have more room to run, but much of this bull market’s s...
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Midterm elections are almost here. History suggests stocks could have more room to run, but much of this bull market’s strength depends on AI.

How is AI spending affecting corporate profits, bond yields, and inflation, and what could that mean for investors? Explore these trends in our latest Market Commentary: https://bit.ly/4i2qs9i

Roth or traditional IRA? It may sound like a simple choice, but current contribution limits and factors such as your age...
10/17/2026

Roth or traditional IRA?

It may sound like a simple choice, but current contribution limits and factors such as your age can affect which options are available to you.

In just a couple minutes, our calculator will show you which combination of IRA contributions—Roth, traditional tax-deductible, and traditional non-deductible—your household is allowed to make. https://bit.ly/3DSygqB

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3772 Fashion Square Boulevard
Saginaw, MI
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