Meet Lori
Lori is a Wealth Advisor based in Portage, Michigan. She joined Mercer Advisors in 2022 through the acquisition of Sanford Advisory where she was Chief Compliance Officer and helped manage the day-to-day operations. She served at Sanford Advisory for 33 years. Lori earned a B.S. degree in business management. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional.
Lori’s specialties
At Mercer Advisors, all of our wealth advisors provide a highly personalized approach, backed by a team of specialists that ensure every part of your financial list is addressed. Additionally, Lori has focused experience in these areas:
- Multi-generational planning that aligns with your values and minimizes tax impact
- Life changes after the loss of a spouse, from estate transitions to long-term planning
- Guiding clients through living in retirement with steady income and smart planning
- Complexities of inherited wealth, from taxes to legacy
- Helping single women manage wealth on their own terms, with strategies aligned to their lifestyle and priorities
Her working style
Lori is known for her straight-forward thinking and providing detailed information to help clients make the right decision for them. She enjoys building long-term relationships with clients to help them move through their life journey.
Lori in real life
What keeps you busy outside of work?
Creating handmade items and working in my gardens.
Favorite thing about where you live?
I’ve lived in the same rural town of Otsego my entire life. I enjoy the small-town feel and friendliness.
Any words you try to live by?
I live by the words of honesty and loyalty.
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