"Our passion is helping you unleash your money's hidden potential.   

We are convinced that traditional financial planning methods are not keeping up with the challenges of living a happy, healthy, and productive life well into your 80's and 90's.  In September of 2002 we set out to create a new kind of financial services company, and Money Counts was born.

Our consulting process is designed to show you practical and innovative personal cash flow management strategies to help you begin realizing your full financial potential."

Our Advisory Team:

Debbie Peterson
President, Investment Advisor Representative

Debbie’s background in project management and strategic planning, as well as her experience in cash flow management, greatly enhances clients’ potential for financial success. Debbie pioneered the concept of Cash Flow Management as a critical (and missing piece) of traditional financial planning. Her 18 years of experience as the senior manager of Trust Operations and Technology with a major bank in upstate NY provide a unique perspective for our clients in how banks use velocity of money concepts to increase profits and why these same principals can work for individuals.

Len Fiume
Senior Strategist, Real Estate and Insurance

Len has had a career as an engineer and business management professional that spans 25 years. Len’s experience with the business application of financial management and cash flow analysis provides his clients with both personal and business driven financial planning.

Doug Milone
Senior Manager, Project Management, Technology Processes

Doug’s addition to the team expands our skill in both project and client management. He has driven multi-million dollar projects to successful completion with the focus on improving Return on Investment for Fortune 500 companies. Doug provides the “missing link” between the personal and business financial management strengths of Debbie and Len by providing insight into both areas. Additionally, his extensive technology background helps keep Money Counts on the leading edge of technology infrastructure.

Marsha Taylor Pepper
Office Manager, Client Relations

Marsha joined our team in September 2007 as Office Manager, providing support to our clients and staff. She has paralegal expertise in the areas of estate planning and administration, and co-managed a family business for 17 years. As a native Charlottean, Marsha’s connections in the community enable her to be well positioned to assist clients with both personal and financial needs.

Jennifer Meldrim
Project Manager, Client Relations