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Phil created The Sher Wealth Management Group over 20 years ago to pursue your unique financial management needs. Whether you need comprehensive retirement planning, personalized wealth management or assistance with transition issues caused by life changes, Phil can help you.
Together with you, Phil helps you simplify the demands of directing your wealth so you can devote time to your business, your personal endeavors and your family. We listen to you, organize your assets, allocation strategies, insurance and your estate plans to help simplify, consolidate and integrate every aspect of your financial future.
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At The Sher Wealth Management Group, we provide experienced assistance in the following areas: Wealth Accumulation Strategies, Education Planning, Retirement Planning and Tax Planning.
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