About

Brian has been in financial services since 2002, focusing on retirement planning, investments and insurance protection for individuals and families. He also has a special interest in assisting individuals who work in the public sector. A passionate educator, Brian enjoys sharing his in-depth knowledge through TV appearances, public speaking and articles published in industry publications. Brian has also authored two books, The Personal Finance Handbook: All the Best Personal Finance Questions & Their Answers and Total Compensation: A Practical Guide to Federal Employee Benefits and is a former host of ‘Your Future Finances’ on LaurelTV.

In addition to specializing in wealth management and retirement planning, Brian Kuhn is committed to educating the next generation on handling inherited wealth with care and responsibility. Understanding the complexities involved in receiving and managing inherited money, he provides tailored guidance to clients empowering them to make informed decisions about tax planning, investment strategies, legal considerations, and philanthropic endeavors. Brian's commitment to holistic inheritance planning helps ensure that the legacy of his clients continues to thrive and grow for generations to come.

Brian lives in Odenton, MD with his wife Merin and their two daughters. For fun he enjoys spending time with family, playing tennis, and reading.

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Education

  • BS, Towson University

Awards

  • *Awarded for the period from June 2024-June 2025. Data used is from 12/31/2023 and 12/31/2022
  • **Awarded 7/25/17 for the period of 3/31/16 - 3/31/17.
  • ***Award criteria based on 10 objective criteria associated with providing quality services to clients such as credentials, experience and assets under management among other factors. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or placed on the final list of the 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 or 2023 FIVE STAR Wealth Managers. Awarded 12/01/16 for the period of 3/26/16 - 11/11/16. Awarded 1/01/18 for the period of 4/21/17 - 11/06/17. Awarded 1/01/19 for the period of 4/19/18 - 11/07/18. Awarded 1/01/20 for the period of 4/01/19 - 11/13/19. Awarded 1/01/21 for the period of 4/27/20 - 10/30/20. Awarded 1/01/22 for the period of 5/10/21 - 11/12/21. Awarded 1/1/23 for the period of 4/18/22 - 10/21/22. Awarded 01/01/24 for the period 04/10/23-10/31/23.

Recent Media Appearances

  • Brian has been featured in numerous national publications, including:

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To say annuities can be confusing is an understatement. There is no universal answer to whether an annuity is a good fit for your financial goals. It’s a personal decision and understanding how the contracts work is important. Whether you have an annuity or might buy one, here are seven questions you’ll want answered. 
Brian Kuhn CFP®, CLU®

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Receiving an inheritance can be a strange thing. While you are still in mourning, you realize that someone close to you has entrusted you with their money or assets. And these are now your responsibility. Many people feel a complex mix of emotions—grateful, heartbroken, and overwhelmed all at once. Fortunately, working with a wealth planner can help you navigate this responsibility.
Brian Kuhn CFP®, CLU®

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For many Americans, Social Security is a crucial component of retirement. The problem, however, is that there is a lot that people don't know about Social Security and a lot of inaccurate information about it.
Brian Kuhn CFP®, CLU®

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On January 20, President Trump signed 26 Executive Orders on a range of topics from TikTok to immigration, including six Orders that impact federal workers. We have summarized the Orders that impact federal workers and prepared a Federal Employee's Guide to Employment Uncertainty for your reference. 
Brian Kuhn CFP®, CLU®

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To keep up with inflation and protect retirees' spending power. On October 13, 2022, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that the latest cost of living adjustment (COLA) is 8.7%, beginning with the December 2022 benefits, payable in January 2023. This amounts to an extra $147 per month for the average retired worker.
Brian Kuhn CFP®, CLU®

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