Archford

Archford Archford is an independent wealth management firm. Registered Investment Advisor

Our mission is to help our clients incorporate clear, effective and comprehensive strategies designed to not only facilitate their finances, but their lives.

This Father's Day, we honor the fathers, grandfathers, mentors, and family leaders whose influence shapes generations. W...
06/21/2026

This Father's Day, we honor the fathers, grandfathers, mentors, and family leaders whose influence shapes generations. Wishing a Happy Father's Day to all who help strengthen the families they lead.

Please join us in welcoming Kristina Essenpreis to Archford as our Director of Human Resources! In this role, Kristina o...
06/18/2026

Please join us in welcoming Kristina Essenpreis to Archford as our Director of Human Resources! In this role, Kristina oversees the full hiring lifecycle and provides leadership for employee development and HR operations. Welcome to the Archford team!

One of last year's Archford Scholars makes her return, this time as an intern!! Please join us in welcoming Kylie Kisgen...
06/12/2026

One of last year's Archford Scholars makes her return, this time as an intern!! Please join us in welcoming Kylie Kisgen back to Archford!

Archford is growing, and we are seeking talented individuals to join our team.We are currently hiring for the following ...
06/10/2026

Archford is growing, and we are seeking talented individuals to join our team.

We are currently hiring for the following roles:
Tax Manager
Tax Accountant
Senior Tax Accountant

At Archford, we support families and business owners through complex decisions, bringing clarity and coordination through a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach.

If you are passionate about helping others navigate financial decisions and want to be part of a sophisticated, forward-thinking firm, we invite you to explore our open positions.

https://link.archfordcapital.com/49ShNmJ

Archford Chief Legal Officer Jeff Keiser will present “The How – and How Not – of Charitable Giving” at the St. Louis Co...
06/03/2026

Archford Chief Legal Officer Jeff Keiser will present “The How – and How Not – of Charitable Giving” at the St. Louis Community Foundation on September 15.

His session will offer practical guidance drawn from real-world experience, regulatory realities, and strategies that help advisors navigate charitable giving with greater clarity and confidence.

A high school graduation is more than a proud family milestone. It’s also a planning moment.As your child prepares for c...
06/02/2026

A high school graduation is more than a proud family milestone. It’s also a planning moment.

As your child prepares for college, trade school, a gap year, or their first step into adulthood, the financial decisions made now can shape more than the next semester.

They can shape how your family talks about money, responsibility, opportunity, and long-term support.

For parents and grandparents, this is a good time to revisit:

→ How education expenses will be paid
→ Whether 529 plan funds are being used strategically
→ Whether direct tuition payments or family gifts make sense
→ Whether your child has earned income and could begin saving in a Roth IRA
→ Whether important documents are in place once they turn 18
→ How expectations around spending and support are being communicated

The goal is not just to pay the tuition bill.

It is to help the next generation step forward with clarity, confidence, and a stronger understanding of the family’s values.

Graduation opens a new chapter. Thoughtful planning can help make sure that chapter begins with both opportunity and intention.

Looking for a tax-efficient way to support your child or grandchild's education endeavors?A 529 account is a tax-advanta...
05/29/2026

Looking for a tax-efficient way to support your child or grandchild's education endeavors?

A 529 account is a tax-advantaged account designed to help families save and invest for future education costs.

Funds in a 529 can grow tax-deferred, and when used for qualified education expenses such as tuition, certain room and board, books, and eligible fees, withdrawals are generally tax-free. In other words, more of what you put away can stay working toward their future instead of going to taxes.

Whether you are planning for a newborn, a teenager approaching college, or even considering going back to school yourself, a 529 can be a strategic tool in your broader wealth and estate plan.

It can also be an intentional way for grandparents to create a lasting educational legacy while potentially reducing the size of their taxable estate.

If you are thinking about how to balance education savings with retirement, tax strategy, or business considerations, a coordinated plan can make a meaningful difference.

Family wealth planning is often thought of in terms of investments, estate documents, and tax strategies. But one of the...
05/27/2026

Family wealth planning is often thought of in terms of investments, estate documents, and tax strategies. But one of the most important planning tools is often the simplest: a clear family conversation.

Today we honor the sacrifices made by those who chose service over comfort, duty over convenience, and the well-being of...
05/25/2026

Today we honor the sacrifices made by those who chose service over comfort, duty over convenience, and the well-being of others over their own. Thank you service members!

Please join us in welcoming Ellie Stuckel to the Archford team!Ellie joins us as the Director of Business Development, w...
05/21/2026

Please join us in welcoming Ellie Stuckel to the Archford team!

Ellie joins us as the Director of Business Development, where she will help strengthen relationships, create meaningful connections, and support families and business owners as they navigate important planning conversations.

We’re excited to have Ellie’s leadership, perspective, and relationship-focused approach on our team. Welcome to Archford, Ellie!

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13 Wolf Creek Drive , Suite 2
Swansea, IL
62226

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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