About Us
At Common Cents Wealth Management, we believe successful investing doesn’t have to be complicated. Our approach is built around passive investing, long-term thinking, and sound financial principles.
Instead of trying to predict the next market move or chase short-term returns, we focus on building well-diversified portfolios designed to capture market returns while keeping costs and unnecessary risk under control.
Our goal is simple: help you make smarter financial decisions and stay focused on what matters most—your long-term financial future.
Our investment decisions are guided by financial research and proven market principles.
Our straightforward fee-only model keeps our advice focused on your financial interests.
We spread investments across different asset classes to help manage risk.
We create financial strategies around your goals, needs, and comfort with risk.
At Common Cents, we believe that markets are efficient. It’s not about trying to pick the next winning stock or outperforming the market. Statistics show that even professional managers rarely beat the market. Our approach focuses on matching market returns through smart, diversified investments.
According to a study by Quantitative Analysis of Investor Behavior (QAIB), the average investor underperformed the average investment by 4.32% annually. Our goal is to help you avoid that gap and capture the market’s potential.
A disciplined strategy designed for long-term financial goals.
We spread investments across different asset classes to reduce dependence on any single investment.
Our approach focuses on managing risk and building sustainable long-term growth instead of chasing short-term market gains.
We use a research-based passive investment strategy designed to capture broad market returns while keeping costs low.
Diversification reduces risk. By spreading your investments across different asset classes, from stocks to bonds and everything in between, you lower the chances of a major loss. Holding a mix of 10-15 asset classes offers a broader safety net.
Instead of constantly watching the markets and stressing over individual stock picks, wouldn’t it be better to build a portfolio that gives you the freedom to focus on what truly matters in life? With our passive investment strategy and fee-only advising, you can trust that your money is working hard for you.
Jeremy has been a dedicated professional in the financial services industry since 1997, bringing decades of experience and a commitment to helping clients achieve their financial goals. Known for his passion for efficiency, Jeremy leverages the latest technology to streamline processes and enhance client service. He expertly crafts financial plans for clients and runs the presentations.
Outside of work, Jeremy enjoys spending time with his wife, Cheri, and their two lively border collies. When he’s not busy with family or pets, you’ll likely find him out on the open road, enjoying his favorite pastime — motorcycle riding.
With a career in financial services dating back to 1997, Martin brings both experience and a unique educational background to his work as a financial advisor. Prior to entering the financial industry, Martin spent 10 years as a mathematics educator, where he developed a passion for teaching and guiding others — a passion he now brings to helping clients understand their financial strategies. Martin is dedicated to presenting plans that align with each client’s goals.
Outside of work, he enjoys time with his wife, Maria, his three children, Jeremy, Jordan, and Jenna, and his grandson, Brayden. Family travel is a favorite pastime, and they make the most of every opportunity to explore new places together.
We don’t just look at your investments in isolation. At Common Cents, we provide holistic financial advice that integrates your investment strategy with tax planning, estate planning, and insurance. This ensures that every decision supports your broader financial goals.
Instead of trying to pick winning stocks, Modern Portfolio Theory focuses on maximizing return for a given level of risk. We design portfolios that balance potential growth with volatility, ensuring you get the best possible return for the level of risk you’re comfortable with.