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The Strange Wealth Advisory Group
Our Team
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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Allan H. Strange, AIF®
Executive Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Melissa G. Garrett, CFP®, CDFA®, AIF®, AWMA®
Senior Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
John F. Baron, AIF®
Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Katherine M. Schiefelbein, CDFA®, CLTC®
Associate Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Lindsay Walker, CFP®, CLTC®
Financial Advisor
Tyler Walters
Senior Registered Client Relationship Associate / Wealth Management, Senior Registered Private Client Associate
Lauren D. Clark
Senior Registered Client Relationship Associate / Wealth Management, Senior Registered Private Client Associate
Conner Pugh
Registered Private Client Associate
What We Do
No matter where you are in life – we’re here for you through every step of your financial journey.
Melissa G. Garrett, CFP®, CDFA®, AIF®, AWMA® featured in Barron's article
The Key to College Savings: Start Small and Use a 529 Plan, Says This Financial Advisor
Recognitions / Awards
The Strange Wealth Advisory Group and its members have been consistently recognized . These recognitions are highly regarded, elite achievements that are awarded annually to a select group of advisors nationwide.
401(k) Plan Advisors
Our group is a consistently recognized leader in corporate retirement plans.
Melissa G. Garrett, CFP®, CDFA®, AIF®, AWMA® named chairperson of Janney's Women FA Advisory Board
Melissa G. Garrett, CFP®, CDFA®, AIF®, AWMA® named Chairperson of Janney's newly formed Women Financial Advisor Advisory Board.
Melissa takes on important leadership role, championing the advancement and empowerment of women in the financial industry.
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
November 03, 2025
Tax-Smart Charitable Giving Strategies in Light of OBBBA
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act both preserves existing tax benefits and introduces provisions that may encourage you to rethink the timing and method of your gifts.
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
September Investment Perspectives
In this issue, we explore the possibilities for European equities, inflation dynamics, and September’s cautionary market tone.
Life Insurance: It's Not Just for Income Replacement
If you or your family has significant wealth, you may benefit from leveraging life insurance outside of the traditional approach.
Safeguard Your Legacy: The Importance of Organizing Physical Stock Certificates
Physical stock certificates may seem old-fashioned, but they carry real value and real risks. Taking steps now to organize them can simplify your financial future and protect your legacy.
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