Howard Jerome Arend

Demland Wealth is a flat-fee, fee-only fiduciary firm helping Christians retire well and give generously. We serve Christian households who are retired or within five years of retirement — typically with $1 million or more in investable assets — combining retirement income planning, proactive year-round tax strategy, charitable giving, and Biblically Responsible Investing into one comprehensive plan. Our team holds the CFP®, Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA®), and Enrolled Agent (EA) credentials, so tax planning is a core competency, not an afterthought. Clients pay one transparent flat annual fee that doesn't increase as their portfolio grows — no commissions, no product sales, no conflicts of interest. Based in Defiance, Ohio, we work virtually with families across the country. A lot of advisors try to be all things to all people — we don't. Our expertise is helping Christian families make the most of what God has entrusted to them, before and during retirement.

Noah Buttermore is a financial advisor at Demland Wealth LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Fidelity Investments. He is also involved with Demland Tax, LLC, an affiliated tax-preparation business. Demland Wealth LLC is a state-registered advisory firm serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, charitable organizations, and businesses with discretionary investment management and financial planning. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation with tactical overlays and incorporates Biblically Responsible Investing screens by default.

Kyler Baird is a financial advisor at Northfort Financial, LLC with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Northfort, he held roles at firms including Manz Accounting and Insurance and Briskey Financial Services, LLC. Outside of financial advising, he owns and operates Baird’s Local Honey, an agricultural business focused on beekeeping and honey products. Northfort Financial, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving retail investors with fiduciary portfolio management and advisory services. The firm manages accounts on a discretionary basis and advises on a wide range of investments while maintaining regular client contact and portfolio monitoring.

Caleb Frankart is a financial advisor at Blue Jay Financial Group, LLC with 13 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at Key Investment Services LLC for five years. Caleb serves on the Synod Endowment Investment Committee of the Reformed Church in the United States, overseeing the church’s endowment fund investments. Blue Jay Financial Group provides investment management, comprehensive financial planning, and consulting services to individual clients and employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm manages discretionary and non-discretionary accounts and offers personal tax return preparation and consulting for private businesses, using a mix of fundamental, tactical, technical, thematic, and top-down analysis tailored to client objectives and risk tolerance.

Jason Bernal is a CFP® professional with 16 years of experience in financial advising. He has worked at Blue Jay Financial Group, LLC since 2018 and previously at Cetera Advisors LLC from 2015 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, Bernal serves as a Boy Scout Troop Leader for Troop 76 in Defiance, OH. Blue Jay Financial Group offers investment management, comprehensive financial planning, and consulting services to individual clients and employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm also provides personal tax return preparation and consulting for private businesses, managing both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts with a focus on tailored investment strategies using mutual funds and ETFs.

Keith McDonald is a CFP® professional with 27 years of industry experience. He has been associated with McDonald Capital Management, Inc. for 35 years. He currently serves as an advisor at NorthFort Financial, LLC, a firm based in Defiance, OH. NorthFort Financial, LLC is a registered investment adviser providing fiduciary portfolio management and advisory services primarily to retail investors. The firm manages diversified portfolios on a discretionary basis and emphasizes ongoing monitoring and periodic adjustments across a broad range of investment products.