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Two Conversation Starters to Spring Clean Your Investment Strategy
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 MoreApril 2024 Market Update
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 More6 Daily Cybersecurity Practices to Protect You and Your Financial Well-Being
Cybersecurity opens a world full of threats to your financial accounts if left unprotected. One million passwords are stolen each week, and someone’s identity is stolen every 22 seconds. It might seem daunting, especially with the rise in sophisticated scams targeting soon-to-be retirees and post-retirees. However, integrating simple, daily cybersecurity practices into your routine, with…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning Your Finances with Steve Denton
For many, spring means opening windows, sweeping the dust out and rotating our wardrobes. While you’re freshening up your home, consider ways to also tidy up your finances. You may be surprised at what’s hiding in your accounts and inboxes, financial documents and tax returns. Stay Connected with Merit: Subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Read MoreFinancial Planning for Business Owners: 3 Critical Tips
By Joshua and Zachary Mersberger, Regional Directors, Merit Financial Advisors The entrepreneurial world continues to grow; indeed, recent statistics show there are 31 million entrepreneurs in the United States, or 16 percent of the adult workforce. While the ability to pursue your passion, break free from the traditional confines of the modern workplace, or just…
Read MoreFinancial Literacy with Max Baer
One of our core objectives here at Merit is to educate our clients so they are armed with knowledge to make life’s big decisions. Whether you’re in the early years of your career or have a child beginning theirs, here are some quick tips to start your financial journey. Stay Connected with Merit: Subscribe to our YouTube…
Read MoreMerit Financial Advisors Partners with Access Investment Advisors to Expand Presence in Wisconsin
ATLANTA —[March 27, 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 Access Investment Advisors (“AIA”). The firm, based in Manitowoc, WI, will expand Merit’s existing presence in the…
Read MoreMarch 2024 Market Update
In this March 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…
Read MoreThree Reasons Life Insurance Should be Part of Your Wealth Plan
As an investor with significant assets, it’s important to engage in wealth planning that addresses the broad range of your goals, needs, and preferences. One of the most versatile and often-used tools in wealth planning efforts is life insurance. Here’s why—and how you can start thinking about life insurance and whether it should be part…
Read MoreThis Financial Literacy Month, Teach Your Kids About Spending, Giving, & Investing
Written by Zac Beckerley, CFP®, Wealth Manager Teaching your kids about money is essential for many reasons. For starters, you want them to make smart financial decisions throughout their life. But also, the better they are with money, the less likely they are to ask you for it, right? We can only hope. It’s estimated…
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