John Morris, managing partner and wealth manager, spoke with Capital Analytics Associates about ESG and blockchains emerging as popular trends for potential investments.
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Boston, Mass. (May 15, 2023) – Crestwood Advisors (“Crestwood”), a boutique investment advisory and wealth management firm based in Boston, is pleased to announce it has been named to the first-ever USA Today ranking of Best Financial Advisory Firms in the U.S.
USA Today developed the list in tandem with independent market research and data firm Statista. More than 32,000 Registered Investment Adviser (RIA) firms were considered by Statista, and the top list recognizes the top 500 firms that are most frequently recommended and best rated by the survey participants. In addition to survey results, Statista also included metrics in relation to assets under management in the final analysis.
“We are grateful to be recognized by USA Today on their inaugural list of the nation’s best financial advisors,” said Crestwood CEO and Managing Partner Michael Eckton. “We have proven again and again that our intense focus on serving our clients and supporting our employees is key to being a leading wealth management firm in today’s highly competitive market.”
Last year, Crestwood Advisors was named to the inaugural Forbes/Shook Top RIA Firms list of the top 100 firms in the nation. Earlier in 2022, the firm was named to the prestigious Barron’s 2022 Top 100 RIA Firms list.
As a growing wealth advisory firm, Crestwood’s nearly 50 financial planning and investment professionals, who serve families and individuals across New England, strive to meet clients wherever they are in life, providing guidance, tools and financial solutions to help them succeed.
The full methodology for the Best Financial Advisory Firms 2023 list can be found here. Crestwood did not pay a fee to appear on the published list.
Please see Crestwood Advisors’ important disclosures regarding awards and recognitions here.
We are pleased to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Crestwood Advisors!
Over the last two decades, Crestwood Advisors has grown from a small team crammed into a single office above Quincy Market to a leading wealth advisory firm. We were pleased to be listed on the inaugural Forbes/SHOOK Top 100 RIA Firms List, Best Financial Advisors Firms by USA Today and the perennial Barron’s Top 100 RIA List.
We began with the idea of building a highly client-centric advisory firm that would go beyond what traditional banks, brokerages or other competitors were willing to deliver. This premise has not changed, although we serve many more successful client families than we did 20 years ago, and we have built an organizational culture that has attracted the finest talent in our industry. Our firm began humbly with an emphasis on research and investment management, and we have expanded our expertise to counsel successful individuals and families through comprehensive financial planning, estate, tax, and philanthropic planning, as well as risk management.
None of this would be possible without our extraordinary clients. Thank you for the support and trust you have placed in us. You have welcomed us into your lives, and we are reminded daily what a privilege it is to be included in your family milestones, successes, and challenges. Without you, we would not be the vibrant business we are today. We now engage with more than 600 families in 40 states with combined assets of more than $4.5 billion. Today, we serve our clients out of offices in Boston, MA as well as Darien and Westport, CT.
We are incredibly grateful to have added so many dedicated & insightful partners and colleagues to the firm over these many years. Our partners and colleagues have provided a solid foundation for Crestwood to continue growing year after year – we are grateful for the dedication and enthusiasm you show every day. Your thoughtful and professional work allows Crestwood to continue advancing alongside our clients. Finally, thank you to our team members’ families, who provide the support for all of us to bring integrity and motivation to Crestwood and to spend meaningful time with our clients.
With 20 years of wealth management success comes 20 years of gratitude. Thank you for an amazing journey – we look forward to our shared future with you!
Times of significant volatility in the markets create opportunities to reevaluate and rebalance your portfolio assets.
“Expect volatility, and where there’s volatility there’s opportunity,” said Jason Hendricks, a Milford resident and portfolio manager with Crestwood Advisors. “At the same time, keep your eyes open to make sure your investment portfolio is aligned with your plan. It isn’t a competition — your goal is not necessarily to hit a certain benchmark or things like that. You should figure out what you are trying to achieve, and make sure your portfolio reflects that.”
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Boston advisory firm continues to be recognized as a leading RIA firm
Boston, Mass. (March 13, 2023) – Crestwood Advisors (“Crestwood”), a boutique investment advisory and wealth management firm based in Boston, is pleased to announce it has been recently named to the inaugural WealthMangement.com RIA Edge 100 list for 2023.
The RIA Edge 100 was developed by the Wealth Management IQ team in partnership with Discovery Data. Qualifying firms were limited to those that provide financial planning services, have high-net-worth individuals as more than half of their client base and manage at least $250 million in assets as of June 30, 2022. RIA Edge 100 firms exemplify the most impressive growth rates combined with the best client ratios and CFP certifications, according to WealthManagement.com. In their judgment, this list represents firms with the greatest success while continuing to provide high-quality, hands-on services to an expanding client base.
“It is an honor to be recognized in new ways for the hard work of our teams spread across New England,” said Crestwood CEO/Managing Partner Michael Eckton. “As an RIA firm that puts in continuous efforts to expand our service offerings and team to help clients achieve their financial goals, it is rewarding to receive industry accolades and validation. Reinvesting in your business takes work and dedication. I am very thankful to our Crestwood team who make recognitions like this possible.”
The RIA Edge 100 is not a ranked list. The full methodology can be found here. Crestwood did not pay a fee for obtaining or marketing the award.
Please see Crestwood Advisors important disclosures regarding awards and recognitions here.
Billy Spencer, a wealth planner at Crestwood Advisors, discusses how 529 college savings plans can lose money to taxes and fees depending on the state they are sponsored in.
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“Investors are able to borrow a percentage of their portfolio value based on the underlying holdings,” said Ryan Kenny, director, Portfolio Manager at Crestwood Advisors in Boston. “This gives investors purchasing power to buy more securities, make a large purchase or use as a bridge loan for short-term liquidity needs.”
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Crestwood Partner and Wealth Manager Alyson Nickse spoke with NextAdvisor/TIME last week on the impact of rate hikes by the Federal Reserve and what may be ahead for the markets this week with another increase in the forecast.
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Boston advisory firm continues year of growth with prestigious national accolade
Boston, Mass. (October 27, 2022) – Crestwood Advisors (“Crestwood”), a boutique investment advisory and wealth management firm based in Boston, is pleased to announce it has been named to the inaugural Forbes/Shook Top RIA Firms list of the top 100 firms in the nation, ranking at No. 57.
This is the second national list Crestwood has made this fall. In September, the firm was ranked No. 93 on the prestigious Barron’s 2022 Top 100 RIA Firms list.
As a growing advisory firm committed to client success, Crestwood’s nearly 50 financial planning and investment professionals across New England strive to meet clients wherever they are in life, providing guidance, tools and financial solutions to help individuals and families succeed.
“It is an honor to be included in this inaugural Forbes list,” said Crestwood CEO/Managing Partner Michael Eckton. “It confirms what we already know – that the dedication to quality client services by our team of seasoned professionals is a recipe for ongoing success. We are grateful every day for their hard work and the personalized approach they take to managing our clients’ investments.”
This first Forbes/Shook Top RIA list represents firms with assets totaling $730 billion. It was created by Shook Research using quantitative and qualitative data to determine the rankings.
The full methodology can be found here.
Please see Crestwood Advisors important disclosures regarding awards and recognition’s here.
Why is it good to be bullish, believing prices will rise, when the majority are bearish, believing prices will fall?
“There are two important indicators this week: the job openings survey and the September job report. Job growth cooling would show Federal Reserve policies are taking hold. The percentage of bearish individual investors has jumped over 60%. History says it is good to be bullish when the majority are bearish,” John Ingram, Chief Investment Officer, Partner, told Oliver Renick on TD Ameritrade Network’s Market on Close.
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