Welcome to Wayt Financial
Our mission is to help our hard-working and hard-saving clients to make their golden years just that – truly golden. Recommendations are made by Bryan G. Wayt, an advisor since 1995 and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional since 2001.
We are a team of experienced professionals, ready to help with your financial issues and concerns.
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Our educational approach takes the mystery out of investing, insurance, estate conservation, and preserving wealth.
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Helpful Content
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do
Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
Don’t Be Your Own Worst Enemy
Emotional biases can adversely impact financial decision making. Here’s a few to be mindful of.
Four Steps to Valuing an Estate
Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
What Can You Buy With 529 Distributions?
This article can be a helpful guide when beginning to prepare for education expenses.
The Anatomy of an Index
The S&P 500 represents a large portion of the value of the U.S. equity market, it may be worth understanding.
Pullbacks, Corrections, and Bear Markets
When the market experiences volatility, it may be a good time to review these common terms.
You Would Rather Be...
Are you a thrill seeker, or content to relax in the backyard? Use this flowchart to find out more about your risk tolerance.
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How Can I Save a Million Dollars?
See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do
Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
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The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
16 Wall Street Cliches in 60 Seconds
Pundits say a lot of things about the markets. Let's see if you can keep up.
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.