Mission:
Trung Vu has been in practice for over 20 years and has a B.S. in Finance and Marketing with a concentration in Economics from the University of Maryland. His goal is very simple, help clients reach theirs. His mission is to help clients reach their financial goals through a personal relationship based on personalized, knowledgeable advice. As a financial advisor, he believes success should be measured not just by your financial well-being, but how confident you feel about your future. Trung provides sophisticated planning and investment solutions to individuals, families, and companies from design through implementation on an unbiased and independent platform.
Awards:
2015 & 2016 Five Star Wealth Manager award- featured in the Washington post magazine*
Award from Ameriprise Financial:
- President Recognition award
- Circle of Success award
- Mercury award
- Family and financial security award
Area of service:
- Retirement planning
- Estate planning
- Investment planning
- Protection planning
- Family finances
- Wealth preservation
Your Financial Future
Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.
Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions.
Our first priority is your overall financial success. We want to learn more about your personal situation, identify your dreams and goals, and understand your tolerance for risk. Long-term relationships that encourage open and honest communication have been the cornerstone of my foundation of success.
Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance. As you search my website, send me a note regarding any questions you may have about any particular investment concepts or products. We'll get back to you quickly with a thoughtful answer.

Helpful Content
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
The Many Ways to Measure Inflation
Different inflation indexes may tell different stories. Here's what that could mean for you.
Four Steps to Valuing an Estate
Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.
How the SECURE Act 2.0 Changed RMDs
Understand how SECURE Act 2.0 affects RMDs and how using a QCD can possibly benefit both taxes and charitable goals.
Fallen Tree Damage—Who Pays?
Your liability for damages that occur when a tree on your property falls on your neighbor’s property is not clear cut.
Should You Borrow from Your 401(k)?
Does it make sense to borrow from my 401(k) to pay off debt or to make a major purchase?
How to Conquer the World - 5 Financial Strategies for Savvy
Learn more about women taking control of their finances with this infographic.
The Half Million Dollar Baby
The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.
What To Do When Your Income Reaches 7 Figures
Preserve your high net worth with these foundational tips.
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College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
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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Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
