Retirement Planning, Portfolio Management, Wealth Planning, Estate Planning, Risk Management. We start with the planning, not with the money.
CHATTANOOGA* NASHVILLE* CLEVELAND*
WHAT MAKES SOLOMONWOOD SO UNIQUE? Early on in our partnership we learned that financial planning is complicated and often hard to discuss. Sometimes clients will make changes to their plans that are counterproductive to pursuing their goals. An advisor’s job is often to encourage persistence. Stuart has maintained his grandfather’s legacy since 1996, building o
n that solid foundation with a team of specialists linked to the ever-changing world of financial planning. Today, SolomonWood has a team of financial advisors, including Stuart Wood and Christopher Taylor, who are assisted by a highly capable team of administrative professionals striving to deliver seamless client services and build warm relationships. Specific areas of expertise. With Stuart’s background and experience, he specializes in financial planning related to housing and real-estate decisions for the retirement years, as well as international financial planning for American expatriates. Chris takes pride in empowering women who are new to financial planning—working with many widows and divorcees planning for retirement & other financial goals. His objective is to educate and help them in taking the next step toward their financial future. Conversation and collaboration. Across multiple generations, we widen the conversation to include your trusted family members in retirement and estate plans. Your attorneys, accountants, and senior living specialists may have pertinent information to consider as well. Often this is the first time these conversations have taken place. The team at SolomonWood gently facilitates the discussion that brings everyone to the table who will be working together toward your goals. Adult children are typically not familiar with their parents’ financial situation until a crisis occurs. Therefore, it is important to be proactive and inclusive in these conversations. Striving to exceed industry standards. Advisors at SolomonWood are required to pursue a CFP® (CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®) designation, the standard of excellence in the financial planning profession. Although many professionals may call themselves “financial planners,” CFP® professionals have completed extensive training and experience requirements and are held to rigorous ethical standards. They understand the complexities of the changing financial climate and know how to make recommendations in your best interest. Third party posts found on this profile do not reflect the views of LPL Financial and have not been reviewed by LPL Financial as to accuracy or completeness. SolomonWood Financial Advisors does not provide tax or legal advice. Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC (www.finra.org & www.sipc.org). Investment advice offered through APEX Strategic Wealth, LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor. SolomonWood and APEX Strategic Wealth, LLC are separate entities from LPL Financial. The LPL Financial representatives associated with this site may discuss and/or transact securities business only with residents of the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, KY, MD, NC, NH, NV, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, UT, VA, WA
05/25/2026
Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice secured freedoms we too often take for granted.
As we spend time with family and friends this weekend, may we never forget those who made it possible. 🇺🇸
04/02/2026
We just released our very first company newsletter — a fresh way to share insights, updates, and planning ideas with our clients and community.
We’re excited to bring you thoughtful content that helps you stay informed and confident about the road ahead.
Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our freedom. Your courage, dedication, and love of country inspire us every day.
To all veterans—thank you for your service, your strength, and your commitment to protecting the values we hold dear. We are forever grateful. ❤️🤍💙
10/31/2025
This Halloween, treat yourself to a potentially more secure financial future by working with a SolomonWood Financial Advisor to avoid these nine money mistakes.
Avoid These 9 Scary Money Mistakes
By Cindy Scott, CFP®, ChFC® This Halloween, treat yourself to a potentially more secure financial future by working to avoid these nine money mistakes. Mistake #1: You don't have a financial plan based on your goals.
10/25/2025
Thinking of retiring before medicare age? If so, you need to start thinking about and planning for how you can best fund healthcare costs during those “gap years.”
Join us for our virtual workshop this coming Tuesday as we discuss this common planning question.
10/09/2025
These six principles are just a few of the ways SolmonWood Advisors are educating and coaching clients when it comes to investing more successfully.