Award Winning Fiduciary Advisors

Retirement Planning
Built Around Your
Best Interests.

For more than 30 years, we’ve helped Virginians approach retirement with greater clarity, confidence, and peace of mind. As an independent fiduciary advisory firm, we are legally obligated to put your interests first.

30+Years Experience
800+Retirees Guided
Voted “Best of Richmond”by the readers of the Richmond Times-Dispatch
BEST OF
RICHMOND
BEST FINANCIAL
PLANNER
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The VERPA Difference

Retirement Advice Built Around Your Goals,
Not Product Sales

As fiduciary advisors, we are legally obligated to act in your best interest. No sales quotas. No proprietary products. Just objective financial guidance tailored to your retirement goals.

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Why Clients Choose a Fiduciary Advisor

VERPA Fiduciary AdvisorTraditional Product-Based Advisor
Legally obligated to put your interests firstMay recommend products that pay commissions
Transparent, fee-based adviceFees and incentives may be difficult to identify
Coordinated retirement, tax and investment planningAdvice may focus on a single product or account
Personalized strategy built around your lifeStandardized solutions and proprietary products

Every recommendation is made with your goals and interests first.

Independent guidance without sales quotas, product pressure, or hidden incentives.

Clear, straightforward fees with complete transparency at every stage.

Customized retirement plans built around your goals, lifestyle, and needs.

Helping you understand financial decisions through clear, honest guidance.

Over 800 retirees guided with confidence through three decades.

Our Advisors

Meet The Team Behind
Your Retirement Plan

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

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Thomas P. Marshall

President, MBA – Vanderbilt University

Thomas P. Marshall founded VERPA to give Virginia families clear, independent retirement guidance centered on their best interests.

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Todd Kuimjian

CPA, CFA, Director of Tax Planning

Todd brings deep tax and investment experience to the firm’s integrated retirement planning process.

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James Driggs

JD, Director of Estate Planning

James helps clients connect their financial decisions with thoughtful estate and legacy planning.

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B. Praveen Bunyan

Director of Client Relations, Chaplain

Praveen supports clients with care, clarity, and a commitment to long-term relationships.

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Could You Be Paying More Tax Than Necessary?

Retirement taxes can have a significant impact on your long-term financial security. Let our team review your most recent tax return and identify opportunities that may help improve tax efficiency.

Client Experiences

Trusted By Clients Across Virginia

Our success is measured by the confidence and peace of mind our clients experience throughout retirement.

★★★★★

“The team took the time to explain every part of our retirement plan. We feel more confident and prepared for the years ahead.”

VERPA Client
★★★★★

“Professional, knowledgeable, and always focused on what is best for our family. Their guidance has been invaluable.”

VERPA Client

Testimonials reflect individual client experiences and may not represent the experience of every client. Testimonials are not indicative of future performance or success.

In The News

Financial Guidance
Recognized Across Virginia

VERPA advisors have shared retirement, tax, and financial planning insights through leading local television and media outlets.

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ABC 8News

Retirement Planning Insights

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NBC 12

Financial Guidance For Virginia Families

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CBS 6

Tax Planning In Retirement

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Serving Communities Across Virginia

Local Advisors.
Statewide Reach.

Meet with our advisors in person at one of our Virginia offices or connect virtually from wherever you call home.

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Start Planning For Retirement With Greater Confidence

Speak with a fiduciary advisor who will take the time to understand your goals and answer your questions.