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
As the price of education continues to rise, affording the cost of higher education may require a customized plan to meet your funding needs, while balancing other expenses and goals.
Online Access
Our digital experience makes connecting your life and finances easier by providing 24/7 secure access to your account information, aggregation tools, eDelivery, and more.
Retirement Income
Generating income from the retirement savings you have accumulated over your lifetime can often be a complex task. Managing retirement income requires balancing guaranteed income sources, such as Social Security, with fluctuating income from sources such as your investment portfolio, based on your living expenses and desired spending levels.
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: 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 Event: A Medicare Primer
Take control of your Medicare journey by joining Janney’s exclusive client webinar!
Recent Event: Janney's Mid-Year Market Update
What’s next for the economy and markets?
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
October 14, 2025
The Guide to Retirement: Understanding Employee Planning Decisions
Register now for our next PlanWise webinar, The Guide to Retirement: Understanding Employee Planning Decisions, featuring Sharon Carson, Executive Director at J.P. Morgan.
Learn key strategies around deferral momentum, retirement paycheck planning, and Social Security choices. You won’t want to miss this! Click the link below to register now.
October 06, 2025
Keep More of What You Earn: Building a Tax-Smart Portfolio
By making tax-smart decisions about what you invest in and where you hold it, you can keep more of your money working for you. Here’s how to build a tax-smart portfolio.
September 29, 2025
Holowinski Wealth Advisory Group | Syracuse, NY | Financial Advisors | Janney
"A good Financial Plan is a Road Map that shows us exactly how the choices we make today with affect our future."
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Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
2025 Tax Reform: A Look at Key Changes for Individuals and Families
On July 4, 2025, new tax rules were signed into law under the 2025 Reconciliation Legislation known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). OBBBA introduces significant changes to the tax code that will impact how you file your 2025 tax returns—and returns for years to come.
2025 Tax Reform: A Look at Key Changes for Businesses
On July 4, 2025, new tax rules were signed into law under the 2025 Reconciliation Legislation known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). OBBBA introduced significant changes to the tax code that may impact taxes for you or your business. How will you prepare?
September Investment Perspectives
In this issue, we explore the possibilities for European equities, inflation dynamics, and September’s cautionary market tone.
Office Information
Contact us today to discuss how we can put a plan in place designed to help you reach your financial goals.