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Larry Russell

Larry Russell is an independent personal financial planner in Pasadena, California. He is also the architect and developer of the VeriPlan comprehensive retirement planning software application.

Larry received his bachelor's degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), a Masters of Arts from Brandeis University, and a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Stanford University. He is also a registered investment adviser in the State of California (Certificate #133101).

His approach to personal finance is systematic and evidence-based, shaped by years of thinking carefully about how individuals should plan for retirement in a world of uncertain markets, rising costs, and changing tax rules. 

Larry’s latest articles

Roth vs Traditional IRA
January 1, 2026

Ultimate Guide On Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA Contributions

This guide breaks down both Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA, and when you should make contributions to each and why.

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  • Investing
  • Financial Planning

Education

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Bachelor of Science
  • Brandeis University, Master of Arts
  • Stanford University, Master of Business Administration

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