School of Financial Wellness

The School of Financial Wellness, presented by Meld University, conducts classes and publishes articles to help you become financially organized, so you can plan for your retirement and savings goals.

A guide to maintaining your financial health
Your 2-minute guide to a full financial checkup

School of Financial Wellness

Maintaining good financial health requires regular checkups to take stock of everything from retirement savings to the status of your emergency fund.

What you get with a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Why the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Designation Matters

School of Financial Wellness

Not all financial planners are created equal. That’s why it’s important to understand what a CFP® brings to the table, and why it matters to you.

Managing your finances like the wealthy
10 Ways to Manage Your Finances Like the Wealthy

School of Financial Wellness

If you ask 100 wealthy people how they attained their fortune, you are likely to hear 100 different answers. But one point on which many of them will agree is that it’s much harder to get wealthy than it is to stay wealthy.

what is so special about a certified financial planner?
CFP®: What it means – Why it’s important

School of Financial Wellness

The first step in finding the right financial advisor is to learn the basics, starting with what it means to be a Certified Financial Planner.

Meld Financial provides comprehensive wealth management solutions for our clients.
Wealth Management: Independent vs. Everyone Else

School of Financial Wellness

When the time comes to get help with wealth management, who should you trust with your nest egg? In this article we explore your options.

papers and a scale - choosing a financial advisor, like any financial decision, can be daunting
What to Consider When Choosing a Financial Advisor

School of Financial Wellness

Don’t let your emotions get in the way when choosing a financial advisor. Our president, Mark McGarvey provides some tips to help you make a smart choice.

Person holding piggy bank with 529 plan written on it with hundred dollar bills in the background.
State Tax Deduction or Credit for Contributions to a 529 Plan

School of Financial Wellness

As we approach year-end, don’t overlook the State tax deduction or credit for contributions to a 529 plan. You may be eligible for a lower Alabama taxes.

New York City skyline at night - how the west and the rest got rich
How the West (and the Rest) Got Rich – A Summary

School of Financial Wellness

In our very political environment that continually reminds us how bad things are for so many Americans, everyone should read the article summarized here.