Scott Burton is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings nearly 10 years of experience in financial advisory services, focusing on aligning investment and risk management strategies with clients' values and goals. His client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, LGBT wealth planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and women and wealth.
Scott holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Arkansas and holds the designations of Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His approach to financial advising draws parallels to the medical field, emphasizing a process that identifies unseen financial risks and develops tailored strategies to support clients' long-term financial health. He believes in regular "check-ups" to ensure clients remain on track towards their goals.
In addition to his professional work, Scott is actively involved in the Hot Springs community. He volunteers with organizations including the Oaklawn Rotary Club, the Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce, and the Leadership Hot Springs program. His personal interests include antiquing, boating, cooking, gardening, hunting, music, photography, spending time with family, traveling, and woodworking.