Wealth Management
Maximizing Gains, Minimizing Risks: Your Guide to Safeguarding Wealth in Concentrated Stock Positions
By Tyler Vernon, Regional Director and Partner at Merit Financial Advisors Embarking on the journey of concentrated stock ownership can be thrilling, especially when the stock has seen substantial growth.…
Read MoreSix Ways a CDFA® Helps During Divorce Proceedings
By Hollis Hardiman, CDFA®, Wealth Manager, Partner, Merit Financial Advisors Divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process, and it can be particularly difficult when it comes to unraveling the…
Read MoreMerit Financial Advisors Hires Brian Andrew as Chief Investment Officer
Brian joins Merit from Johnson Financial Group, bringing three decades of experience. ATLANTA – [January 12, 2024] – Merit Financial Advisors (“Merit”), a Georgia-based financial advisory firm that specializes in…
Read MoreEpisode 3: Estate Planning 101 – What to Consider When Building a Plan.
In part three of Estate Planning 101, Wealth Manager, Kelly Gallimore, zooms in on essential things to consider when creating an estate plan. Kelly answers questions like whether it’s okay…
Read MoreMaking Financial Resolutions For the New Year
Written by: Stephen Frick, Wealth Manager & Partner While making New Year’s resolutions is a fun tradition that comes back around at the end of every calendar year, it’s not…
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 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 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…
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