Financial Planning
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 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 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 MoreMerit Financial Advisors Partners with Viren and Associates to Expand Presence in the Pacific Northwest
Growing RIA adds more than $542 million in total assets. ATLANTA – [March 13, 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 Viren and Associates, Inc. (“Viren”). The…
Read MoreEpisode 6: Estate Planning 101 – What is Probate?
In our final Estate Planning 101 video, Merit Financial Advisors’ Wealth Manager Kelly Gallimore breaks down the probate process, shedding light on what can often seem like a daunting endeavor. She clarifies that probate isn’t as expensive or complicated as some may think. Kelly walks us through the general steps of probate, like filing petitions…
Read MoreEpisode 5: Estate Planning 101 – Do I Need A Trust?
Welcome back to Estate Planning 101! In this segment, Wealth Manager Kelly Gallimore delves into a crucial aspect of estate planning: trusts. Many individuals are familiar with the term “trust” but may not fully understand its significance or whether it’s necessary for their estate planning needs. Kelly provides valuable insights into the world of trusts,…
Read MoreSuper Charge Your Tax Planning with These Tips
By Steven A. Henderson, CPA, PFS, CFP®, CKA®; Regional Director and Partner at Merit Financial Advisors Taxes are a fact of life, and a generous source of revenue for the United States government, but the stress of completing them can take a toll on our mental health. According to a recent survey from U.S. News,…
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