Our Team
The Holowinski Wealth Advisory Group (formerly Smith Holowinski Wealth Advisory Group) was formed when Financial Advisors Vars Smith, now retired, and Jason Holowinski decided to unite their many years of experience to work for the benefit of clients. Those years include two long term secular bear markets on either side of the historic 17 year secular bull market of the '80' and '90's. No needs are more important than your own. We pride ourselves in making your needs and goals, our own. We don't simply work for you. We work with you to understand who you are as an individual and as an investor. Our mission is to help you to define your financial objectives, and then use that knowledge to develop — together — a plan that is tailored to fit your unique needs and preferences, and is in your best interest. We’re proud to offer comprehensive financial planning resources, providing you access to education, advice, planning, and consultation.
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What We Do
No matter where you are in life – we’re here for you through every step of your financial journey.
College Saving and Funding Plans
Plan for More™—supporting your student’s future while protecting your broader financial goals.
As the cost of higher education continues to rise, paying for college often requires more than saving—it often calls for a thoughtful, customized strategy that balances education funding with your broader financial goals.
Online Access
Simplify your life and finances with Janney’s secure client portal. Janney offers 24/7, convenient, secure access to your account information and more through our Online Access client portal and mobile app. Take the tour below.
Retirement Income Planning
Turning a lifetime of savings into sustainable retirement income can feel complex. You’re balancing predictable income sources–like Social Security–with investment-based income that can fluctuate, all while supporting the lifestyle you envision for retirement.
Community Involvement
We’re proud to support the communities we live and work in. We strive to connect with our communities in a meaningful way, bringing about positive change and helping to provide services and resources to help them thrive.
Events
Check out information on upcoming and past events we’re pleased to offer you, virtually and/or in person, on a variety of topics.
Recent Event: Janney’s Mid-Year Market Update
As we reach the midpoint of the year, markets continue to evolve—and so do the factors shaping what comes next.
Recent Event: Janney's 2026 Market Outlook
What can we expect for the economy and markets in 2026?
Recent Event: Year-End Planning: Tax and Estate
As the end of 2025 approaches, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to estate and tax planning—particularly for clients with more complex wealth.
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
October 01, 2026
Preparing Your Children for Inheritance
Conversations that emphasize responsibility can help children view an inheritance as a resource to manage thoughtfully—rather than money they are simply entitled to receive.
August 31, 2026
9 Considerations for 2026 Year-end Tax Planning
Start year-end tax planning now to review income, gains and losses, retirement distributions, charitable giving, and tax payments—and prepare for 2027.
August 10, 2026
The Changing Medicare Landscape: Why it Matters to Your Retirement Plan
As Medicare costs and coverage evolve in 2026, it’s worth considering how those changes may fit into your broader retirement plan. If you have Medicare, our latest article highlights five updates that may factor into your planning decisions.
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
September Investment Perspectives
In this issue, we discuss how the labor market is still doing the heavy lifting, the details surrounding recent U.S. Treasury news, and how the midterms may impact the markets.
The Changing Medicare Landscape: Why it Matters to Your Retirement Plan
Medicare is more than a health care decision. With several cost and coverage changes taking effect in 2026, reviewing your Medicare choices can help keep your retirement plan aligned with your income needs, health care priorities, and life goals.
AI-Enabled Scams Are Becoming Harder to Detect. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.
AI scams are becoming more sophisticated and harder to identify. Knowing the warning signs can help you slow down, verify what you are seeing or hearing, and better protect your personal information and financial accounts.
Office Information
Contact us today to discuss how we can put a plan in place designed to help you reach your financial goals.