Merit Financial Advisors Adds Second Office in New Jersey with Acquisition of Westfield Financial Planning

westfield financial planning logo

NEW JERSEY —[July 31, 2024] — Merit Financial Advisors (“Merit”), a Georgia-based financial advisory firm that specializes in financial planning and wealth management solutions for high-net-worth individuals and families and those navigating life transitions, announced today it has acquired Westfield Financial Planning (“Westfield”). The firm, based in Westfield, New Jersey, expands Merit’s existing presence in…

Read More

July 2024 Market Update

July 2024 Market Update Thumbnail image

In this July market update, our Chief Investment Officer, Brian Andrew, CFA®, examines the latest market trends and discusses their implications for the month ahead. Key Takeaways: We hope you find this video educational and informative. If you have any questions, please contact your Merit Financial Advisor. Stay Connected. Stay Informed. Follow us on social media…

Read More

Evaluating Your Insurance Coverage on National Insurance Awareness Day

insurance blog

Insurance is the safety net that every individual and family needs, mitigating bigger problems when the worst-case scenario occurs and minimizing unnecessary financial risks. Yet an alarming number of households do not have adequate coverage for their needs, nor are they aware of the specialized plans that will serve them best. Indeed, insurance policies are…

Read More

June 2024 Market Update

June 2024 Market Update Vlog image

In this June market update, our Chief Investment Officer, Brian Andrew, CFA®, examines the latest market trends and discusses their implications for the month ahead. Key Takeaways: We hope you find this video educational and informative. If you have any questions, please contact your Merit Financial Advisor.  Stay Connected. Stay Informed. Follow us on social media…

Read More

May 2024 Market Update

May 2024 Market Update

In this May market update, our Chief Investment Officer, Brian Andrew, CFA®, examines the latest market trends and discusses their implications for the month ahead. Key Takeaways: We hope you find this video educational and informative. If you have any questions, please contact your Merit Financial Advisor. Stay Connected. Stay Informed. Follow us on social media…

Read More

Your Financial Advisor Kindly Requests Your Imagination

imagination

By Joe Cilley, CFP® Vice President of Financial Planning, Partner, Merit Financial Advisors Today, information is ubiquitous. We don’t have to wonder about anything for too long with a search engine in our pocket; indeed, the average American checks their phone 144 times per day. Yet, we often fail to realize that wisdom is at…

Read More

Your Financial Shield: Advanced Cybersecurity Tactics Webinar Replay

website thumbnails

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity threats are more prevalent than ever—with over one million passwords compromised each week and an identity stolen every 22 seconds. Don’t miss your chance to turn the tide against cyber threats. This webinar is your opportunity to gain expert insights and understand the critical aspects of staying safe online to…

Read More

Should You Join the Second-Home Club?

Should You Join the Second Home Club

The image of owning a second home holds plenty of allure. The idea of having a retirement getaway, a gathering spot for the whole family, or a rental income generator – and maybe all three – has lots of Americans taking the second-home plunge. Indeed, according to the National Association of Home Builder, the total…

Read More

Two Conversation Starters to Spring Clean Your Investment Strategy

spring clean financial plan

By Brian Andrew, Chief Investment Officer, Merit Financial Advisors If the arrival of Spring has you longing to clean up more than just your house, you’re in good company. While life events like the purchase of a home, marriage, or birth of a child are natural triggers to reassess your financial picture, only 35% of…

Read More

April 2024 Market Update

April 2024 Market Update with Brian Andrew

In this April market update, our Chief Investment Officer, Brian Andrew, CFA®, examines the latest market trends and discusses their implications for the month ahead. Key Takeaways: We hope you find this video educational and informative. If you have any questions, please contact your Merit Financial Advisor.  Stay Connected. Stay Informed. Follow us on social media to…

Read More