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June 16th, 2026

Birthdays, Babies, and Big Moves: Dan’s Year in Review

  1. Birthdays, Babies, and Big Moves: Dan’s Year in Review Ross Anderson, CFP® and Daniel Messeca, CFP® 24:07

Happy Birthday, Dan! In this special episode, we’re celebrating another trip around the sun by taking a deep dive into Dan’s personal finances over the last 12 months. It’s been a whirlwind of a year defined by two of life’s biggest milestones: packing up and moving to a new home, and welcoming a beautiful new baby to the Family.

Join us as Dan opens up his own playbook to share the real-life financial strategies, unexpected expenses, and budget adjustments that come with major life transitions. From navigating the housing market to prepping the nursery (and the bank account) for a newborn, we break down how to keep your financial plan on track when everything is changing. Whether you're expecting a major life shift of your own or just want a look at how financial advisors manage their own Money through major milestones, you'll want to tune in!

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Daniel Messeca Financial Planner

Daniel’s grandmother helped him buy his first shares of Coca Cola when he was just eight years old, igniting a lifelong interest in investing. A graduate with a degree in Finance from the University of Maryland’s Smith School of Business, Daniel chose a career in financial services to apply his passion for investing and strategic planning. Daniel possesses expertise in insurance planning, especially as it relates to life insurance and annuity contracts. Daniel’s background in the insurance industry makes him particularly adept at analyzing existing policies and evaluating new proposals.

In 2016, Daniel co-founded Crooked Crab Brewing Company, a craft brewery located in Odenton, MD. The experience of planning, financing and operating a company makes him an informed planner for business owners.

Daniel lives in Maryland with his wife, daughter and a rambunctious hound dog who shows no signs of aging. He plays guitar in his free time and will always take time to talk about music with whomever will listen.