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About VERPA
For more than three decades, we’ve helped Virginians navigate retirement with confidence through objective, fee-based financial guidance. No product sales. No hidden agendas. Just advice designed around your goals.
As a Registered Investment Advisor, our role is to provide objective financial guidance that helps you make informed retirement decisions, not sell financial products.
Our Fiduciary Commitment
Being a fiduciary isn’t a marketing claim. It’s a legal responsibility to put your interests first.
We do not earn commissions from selling investment or insurance products.
Recommendations built around your needs, not corporate incentives.
Clear fee structures displayed with no hidden surprises.
We openly disclose potential conflicts and operate with transparency.
A locally owned Virginia firm serving families throughout the Commonwealth.
Personalized guidance from professionals who take the time to understand your goals.
Who We Help
Whether you’re preparing for retirement, transitioning into it, or planning your legacy, we help simplify important financial decisions.
Schedule ConsultationCreate a retirement income strategy before leaving the workforce.
Build confidence through sustainable income and tax-efficient planning.
Align retirement, tax, and wealth strategies into one comprehensive plan.
Protect assets and prepare for future generations.

Our Advisors
Retirement planning is personal. Get to know the experienced professionals who help individuals and families across Virginia make informed financial decisions with confidence.

A well-known financial educator, Thomas P. Marshall is President of Virginia Estate and Retirement Planning Advisors, Inc., an independent, fee-based financial planning and investment advisory firm. His expertise is helping retirees and those soon to retire avoid common, costly financial mistakes.
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An entrepreneurial executive who possesses a unique combination of skill sets that include business strategy, corporate finance, and accounting, Todd’s strong interpersonal skills compliment deep technical expertise.
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As a principal of Harvey & Driggs PLC, Jim Driggs is the go-to resource for all estate planning needs for VERPA clients.
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As an ordained minister, Praveen brings a unique perspective to Virginia Estate and Retirement Planning Advisors, Inc. After more than 20 years in ministry and countless hours of counseling, Praveen observed that most of life’s problems are caused by the misunderstanding of money among couples.
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Meet with a fiduciary advisor at one of our convenient Virginia office locations.
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