Who We Help
Hi, I'm Chris Merchant, CFP® from Hunt Country Wealth Management. I want to share two key points about our firm: >> Who We Are >> Who We Help. So who are we? Well, our firm name is called Hunt Country Wealth Management, because we have roots in the hunt...
Staying Active in Retirement: Pickleball
Staying Active in Retirement: A Nation of Pickleballers Over the last couple of years doctors have made clear the benefits of regular physical activity, especially for older adults. In fact, adults 65 and older gain substantial health benefits from regular physical...
The Overconfidence Trap: Navigating Market Expectations in Retirement
The Overconfidence Trap: Navigating Market Expectations in Retirement By: Chris Merchant, CFP® BFA® Introduction In recent conversations with prospective clients, I've noticed a troubling trend: retirees are becoming overly optimistic about stock market returns. Many...
Cryptocurrency: A Skeptical View from a Financial Advisor
Cryptocurrency: A Skeptical Overview By: Chris Merchant, CFP® BFA®Introduction Cryptocurrency has been a buzzword in the financial world for some time now. It has existed long enough that most people have heard of it and may have even considered purchasing some. This...
Don’t Shred Those Tax Documents Yet
Once you complete this year’s taxes, you may wonder what to do with that pile of records, 1099s, receipts, and bank statements. The IRS recommends holding onto any documents related to the income you’re reporting or any deduction or credit you’re claiming, including:...
Data Breach: Your Security To-Do List
Data Breach: Your Security To-Do ListAccording to recent statistics, data breaches have become common in today's digital world. In fact, it is estimated that more than 111.7 million Americans have their personal information exposed to data breaches every year. Whether...
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Chris Merchant is available for commentary and speaking engagements related to retirement income planning. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Behavioral Financial Advisor™ and author of On Investing Well: The Elements of Good Investing.