The investment professionals of the Gilbert, Fetrow and Manley Group of Janney Montgomery Scott LLC share with our clients a passion for investing, and are committed to delivering to them the highest quality of personalized service and superior, objective financial advice. Our team, Mert G. Gilbert, Michael P. Fetrow and Steven K. Manley — understands that your financial and legacy goals are among the most important that you will plan and prepare for over the course of your life. We pride ourselves on our commitment to helping our clients accumulate, grow, preserve and transfer their wealth, employing long-term strategies to help them maintain perspective and focus on their goals, through life and market changes.

But as each investment is different, so is each investor. We treat each investor as unique, taking the time to learn about them as an individual—their family, personal and professional goals—and most importantly, their experiences and expectations, as we can appreciate the impact they have on future decisions made. Only then can the journey to your financial future begin.

As advisors, our role is to guide you through his journey, providing education, independent advice and unbiased insight on both your financial needs and the markets. The foundation of our business—upon which we have built and grown our practice—is a philosophy rooted in the principals of ethics, honesty, integrity and trust. These values, for which we hold ourselves accountable, will guide our actions, both in the management of your accounts and in the development of our relationship.

 

Awards

The GFM Advisory Group was selected by the National Association of Board Certified Advisory Practice (NABCAP) as a 2011 Premier Advisor.

 

 

 

 

Most recent news - The GFM Advisory Group was selected as a 2012 Top Financial Advisor by Mainline Today.

 

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