For so many of us, money is a major source of stress. We’re trying to live our lives, raise our kids, and plan for the future — and that’s a lot. It can be a challenge just to manage the “normal” parts of life. Many of us hope that someday we’ll be able to plan for a vacation home, a college education, or a comfortable retirement.
But getting there can feel challenging. In our community, we all work hard to manage our families, our careers, and the day-to-day demands of life. Then, to reach our financial goals, we also need to understand financial planning, retirement options, investment risks, and how the markets work. For many of us, that can seem incredibly complex.
My name is Adam Betzelberger, and I started Ridge and Republic Financial to provide clear, objective guidance for hardworking individuals and families. I spent 15 years as a classroom Economics teacher, started multiple businesses, and for years people asked me, “Can you help me with money?”
For a long time, the honest answer was, “not really.”
Now I can say, “let’s explore your options together.”
I believe your life should be about your goals, and that’s what my financial planning and investment firm is designed to do: help you work toward your future.
Having lived through the Global Financial Crisis of 2008–2010, I made it my mission to understand how the financial system works — who profits, where the risks lie, and how to help clients build clarity and confidence in their financial decisions.
I built this firm for people like us — for our community. To help families and individuals who want to move forward with purpose.
Please let me know how I can help
Adam Betzelberger
Managing Principal
A discovery call is a simple, no-obligation conversation. We’ll spend about 15 minutes talking about what’s on your mind, what you’re hoping to accomplish, and whether our approach is a good fit for your needs.
You talk, I listen. My role is to understand your goals and concerns first, and then share how Ridge and Republic might be able to support you.
It’s not a sales pitch — it’s a chance for you to ask questions, get a sense of how I work, and decide if you’d like to continue the conversation.
This is an introductory call; no advisory relationship is established until a written contract is executed.
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