Please read our bios to learn more about us.

Bios

A lot of people question the need for a financial advisor. It’s a valid question — after all, in the age of the Internet, why not just research the investments yourself and pick the best ones? As anyone who tried the do-it-yourself route of the early 2000’s will tell you, it’s easier said than done. Credentials and experience are part of what help differentiate us.

Please read our bios to learn more about us.

Bios

Michael G. Ceaser, Jr., CFP®, CIMA®

Michael G. Ceaser, Jr.

Entering the business in 1975, Michael is one of the pioneers of the financial planning industry. He oversees all of the accounts at our firm, and has seen enough variation in market conditions to know what works and what doesn't.

He became a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) in 1981 at a time when there were only about 2,300 in the entire country. Today, there are over 100,000 worldwide.

In addition, he is a Certified Investment Management Analyst® or CIMA® a designation given by the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business and the Investment Management Consultants Association.

Education and Professional Certifications

  • Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®)
  • Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®)

Areas of Practice

  • Retirement Planning
  • Investment Planning

Professional and Civic Affiliations

  • Financial Planning Association (FPA)
  • Member Riverview Hall of Fame
  • Former Chairman Southern Wayne County Chamber of Commerce
  • Former Member Oakwood Hospital Foundation
  • Former Chairman of the Board - The Guidance Center

Michael T. Ceaser, CFP®

Michael has been a member of our firm since 2007. As a Registered Investment Advisor Representative, he not only manages his own clients’ accounts, but also assists in the management of other accounts within our office. Outside of work, he likes to spend his free time with his family, as well as working out, and mountain/gravel biking.

Before joining us, Michael had an award-winning career as a writer in various advertising agencies around the Detroit area. A graduate of the University of Michigan, Michael has also completed coursework with the College for Financial Planning and attained his CFP® designation in January 2012.

Education and Professional Certifications

  • Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®)
  • University of Michigan

Areas of Practice

  • Retirement Planning
  • Investment Planning

Professional and Civic Affiliations

  • Financial Planning Association (FPA)
  • Former Vice-Chairman Huntington Woods Recreation Advisory Board
  • Former Member Huntington Woods Men's Club