Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers proudly announces that President & CIO John-Mark Young, CFP®, has earned the prestigious Tax Planning Certified Professional® (TPCP®) designation from The American College of Financial Services. This advanced credential highlights his commitment to helping families maximize their financial plans through smart, values-based tax strategies—always with the heart of a teacher and a mission to serve clients with clarity and confidence.

Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers proudly announces that Financial Advisor Logan Doup has earned his Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation. Joining colleagues Timothy Hilterman, CFP® and John-Mark Young, CFP®, Logan strengthens the firm’s commitment to client-first planning. The CFP® mark is the gold standard, ensuring expertise, fiduciary duty, and integrity—exactly what clients should expect from their trusted financial advisor.

Preparing for college goes beyond dorm shopping—it’s about finalizing paperwork, having key conversations, and setting a strong financial foundation. From budgeting and insurance to emotional readiness, families can ease the transition. With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act reshaping college financing, thoughtful planning is crucial. Whitaker-Myers offers tools, guidance, and consultations to help students start college with confidence.

Peter Lynch once said, “If you spend more than 13 minutes analyzing forecasts, you’ve wasted 10.” His advice: ignore the noise and focus on your strategy. Mid-2025 returns show the S&P 500 up 8.1%, Nasdaq up 9.1%, Dow up 5%, Russell up 2.3%, and MSCI EAFE up 20%. Tech leaders like Nvidia and Microsoft boosted gains, while Apple and Tesla lagged. Diversification remains key. Stay the course—volatility is the cost of strong long-term returns.

Consistently investing through dollar-cost averaging (DCA) helps reduce emotional stress and risk, even when markets hit all-time highs. Historical data shows buying at market peaks often leads to strong long-term returns, with nearly 30% of past highs becoming lasting floors. Rather than waiting for the perfect moment, disciplined, regular investing—Always Be Buying (ABB)—has proven to be a reliable strategy for long-term wealth building.

John-Mark Young, CFP®, was named to AdvisorHub’s “Advisors to Watch” for the third year in a row — one of only 11 RIA-based advisors in Ohio and 10 in Florida. As a fiduciary RIA, Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers offers independent, client-first advice with no revenue sharing. “We are so thankful for our clients and their trust,” says John-Mark. “Your referrals and relationships mean the world to us — and we pray for you weekly!”

Getting rich and building wealth aren't the same. Riches can come fast and disappear just as quickly. Wealth is built over time—through discipline, smart investing, and long-term planning. One is flashy; the other is lasting. At Whitaker-Myers, we help you take the steady, proven path to true financial security. Don't just get rich—build wealth that lasts.

Kelly Taylor Chief Compliance Officer at Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers, has earned the Investment Adviser Certified Compliance Professional (IACCP®) designation—an achievement that reflects her deep expertise and commitment to regulatory excellence. The IACCP® program is a rigorous, ethics-centered certification for compliance leaders in the investment advisory space. Kelly’s leadership strengthens our ability to deliver client-first service rooted in integrity, transparency