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4 Important Steps to Preparing Your Young Adult Children for Financial Independence
Written By: Zac Beckerley, Wealth Manager | Partner From budgeting and saving to determining the appropriate investment strategy, there is a lot for young adults to consider in reaching financial…
Read MoreCollege Planning Checklist: 3 Signatures Your Child Needs Before College
Going off to college is one of the biggest transitions in your child’s life. However, it can also be a big change for you as a parent. You may have…
Read MoreYear End Planning Tips – An Advisor’s Guide on How to Wrap Up The Year
As the year draws to a close, it’s time to optimize your year end financial strategy for the upcoming year. For taxes, consider tax loss harvesting, and be prepared for…
Read MoreEpisode 2: Estate Planning 101 – A Holistic Approach.
In part two of Estate Planning 101, Wealth Manager Kelly Gallimore highlights the crucial starting point in a holistic estate plan: having meaningful conversations with the involved parties. Effective estate…
Read MoreWarm Holiday Wishes – Merit Financial Advisors
As the holiday season approaches, we want to reflect on our shared journey this year. We express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering trust in us. At Merit Financial Advisors,…
Read MoreHow to Maximize Your Charitable Giving During the Holidays
Written by Tony Pitzer, Wealth Manager and partner As families and businesses alike usher in the season of giving, they are met with ample opportunities to spread good cheer (and…
Read MoreNovember 2023 Market Update
November has been a great month for markets this year, snapping a 3-month losing streak after hitting a high at the end of July. The equity markets had a strong…
Read MoreEpisode 1: Estate Planning 101 – What is Estate Planning?
Estate planning is a critical component of working towards alleviating financial stress. Wealth manager, Kelly Gallimore, ChFC, CES, takes you through the basics of estate planning from what it is…
Read MoreThe End of The Year Is Coming. Use this Checklist to Prepare Financially and Meet Your Goals.
Written by David Elder, CFP®, Wealth Manager | Partner The end of the year is upon us, again! It’s time to reevaluate your money situation and make sure you are…
Read MoreOctober 2023 Market Update
As we head into Q4, certain pockets of the economy continue to show strength while others present potential headwinds for 2024. We’ve seen inflation moderate but remain elevated above historical…
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