welcome to my website With the aid of technology, I am able to share a lot of information and organize it in a fashion that makes it more useful. I hope you enjoy my site. As an entrepreneur, I have always studied the "Money Game." First through my grandparents, then my parents, and finally on my ow...

Securities Disclosure Melissa Shaw is a registered representative of, and offers securities through J.W. Cole Financial, Inc. (JWC) Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services offered through J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. (JWCA) Douglas W. Jones Associates Financial & Insurance Services, Inc. is a Californi...

Public Speaking and Continuing Education Courses for Licensed Professionals Melissa Shaw, CFP is an experienced and entertaining speaker on many topics relating to financial services. She has spoken at many industry functions and teaches classes. She is an approved provider with the California Depar...

The Long Term Care Dilemma As we grow older, the Long Term Care issue becomes important to us as we watch our parents age, or for ourselves. The uncertainty that surrounds the final chapters of life can leave us with many questions and concerns. A little planning today can be an important part of yo...

Financial Counseling The complexity of the "Money Game" has increased every year. With tax law changes, pension rules, investment choices and your ability to earn more money, life has become complicated. Henry Ford said "You don't need to know everything yourself, you just have to know where to go t...