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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
Managing Director / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Melissa G. Garrett, CFP®, CDFA®, AIF®, AWMA®
Managing Director | Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Katherine M. Schiefelbein, CDFA®, CLTC®
Associate Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Melissa Rooney
Wealth Planning Associate
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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