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Sooner or Later? Picking the Right Start Date for Your Social Security Benefits
Deciding when to start receiving Social Security benefits can be a tough call for seniors. You can start claiming...
              
            
          
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Chris is a Principal in charge of SSB’s taxation and consulting services group. She has experience serving a variety of industries, with specialization in health care, real estate and professional services. Chris assists businesses and high net worth individuals with tax planning, estate planning, transaction planning and general business consulting. She works with the owners of privately held businesses to help them grow their wealth, implement tax saving strategies and develop strategic plans to increase the profitability and success of their businesses. Chris also consults with clients on royalty and leasing issues related to the oil and gas industry. 
Chris is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants. She is also a member of the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber, the Mahoning-Shenango Valley Estate Planning Council and the Springfield Optimist Club.
Chris serves as treasurer for Sight For All United and is an emeritus board member for the YWCA Mahoning Valley. Chris is a graduate of Youngstown State University.
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