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Value statement

We provide a world-class and consistent client experience by combining each team member's unique area of expertise with the broader resources of RBC Wealth Management.

Many times we find that what investors want and need is very different from what they actually have.  Our job is to make sure that what our clients want, need, and have are one and the same.

We help our clients do three things and expect one in return.

We help them:

  • Simplify their lives with customized financial solutions.
  • Learn how to take advantage of opportunities while managing risk. 
  • Build and protect a legacy for the ones they love.

In return we expect:

  • To be the first phone call on anything financial.

Hope…is not an investment strategy

Thank you for taking the time to visit our website! Our website has been designed to introduce you to The JMS Group, which is comprised of Financial Advisors, Jim Renn, Scott Heck, and Investment Associate, Melissa Mergen. You will also be introduced to our wealth management practice as well as useful tools and resources that will allow you to become more comfortable with your wealth management plan in a complex and ever changing investment world.

We encourage you to explore this website and contact us to discuss whether our disciplined wealth management process is right for you, your family, foundation, endowment or small business. We have expertise in wealth management strategy and planning, investment management & analysis, risk management through insurance.


Introducing RBC Total Wealth

RBC Total Wealth is a way to view your complete financial picture. See your RBC accounts—along with your accounts at other financial institutions you choose to add—–in one convenient place. Access Total Wealth by selecting Sign in above to log into your accounts and then choose Add External Accounts. It’s a simple and secure way to keep your financial life connected to your everyday life.

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Latest Insights

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Aug 01, 2025 | Thomas Garretson, CFA

The Federal Reserve held rates steady once again, but with the added wrinkle of a hawkish outlook—likely pushing back the timing of any rate cut even further.

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Jul 25, 2025 | Kelly Bogdanova

We discuss key factors that have pushed the S&P 500’s valuation back up to lofty levels and how investors should weigh this in the portfolio decision-making process.

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