McCaskill Financial named "Best" for Financial Planning.
McCaskill Financial was awarded the "Best of Frederick" for Financial Planning by Frederick Magazine and one of the "Best of the Best" by the Frederick News Post for over six years.
*Best of Frederick for Financial Planning, Frederick Magazine published on 2/3/2022. Data based on voting period between 9/15/2021-11/15/2021. Award winners are determined by reader voting for local financial planning business in Frederick, MD. This award is not indicative of future performance, your experience with this Advisor may vary. Click here for more award details.
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We offer full service financial planning that takes a holistic view of your entire situation. From education planning and tax strategies, all the way to retirement planning and estate management...we are with you through every step of the financial planning process.
Our ultimate objective is to make sure you achieve your financial goals. By utilizing an intelligent financial planning process, we focus on what is important to you, both now and for your future.
"Our goal is to always do what is best for our client. That is what is important to us and that is our fiduciary responsibility.
We've never wanted to be the biggest financial firm, we only want to be the best."
- Scott McCaskill
"We often say that we only bring on nice clients, but it is true. We have developed a sense of community and family here, and our clients appreciate that type of relationship."
- Linda Doyle
"When we meet with our clients, we spend a great deal of time talking about their financial plan and investments, but we also spend time talking about their families, their future travel plans, and what they have going on in their lives. Financial planning is more than just numbers, it's about taking a look at what matters most."
- Lisa Brandenburg

About Us
As an independent firm, we offer you a personalized financial strategy that is based on your unique situation:
- Our planning is designed to account for changes, both in the financial markets and your personal life, so that we can work with you through every stage of your life.
- Our approach to investing is straightforward. As we work together, we will explain the investment strategies and recommendations, so that you are fully comfortable with every aspect of your portfolio.
- Our team is here to help with more than just your money. We aim to provide a greater level of service, without increasing the cost.
- Our process is designed to help our clients achieve financial independence through professional advice, sound risk management, quality investment products, and personal service.