
ACT Advisors Expands Asheville Team with Appointment of Ruth Hays
ASHEVILLE, NC – ACT Advisors, a fee-only fiduciary wealth management firm, today announced the appointment of Ruth Hays as Financial Advisor, strengthening the firm’s presence
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My wife and I have had the pleasure of working with Pat Latta and the whole ACT Advisors Team for years, and we cannot express enough how impressed we are with their professionalism and expertise. Pat took the time to truly understand our financial goals and aspirations, and then crafted a comprehensive plan tailored specifically to our needs. He patiently walked us through each step of the process, ensuring that we fully understood all of our options and felt comfortable with the decisions being made. What sets Pat apart is his genuine care for his clients' financial, as well as personal, well-being. His proactive approach to financial planning helps us feel confident about our financial future and empowers us to make informed decisions. We highly recommend Pat and the entire ACT Advisors Team to anyone in need of expert financial guidance. Their dedication, integrity, and personalized service make them stand out when compared to other financial service providers we have worked with in the past. Thank you, Pat and Team, for your exceptional support and guidance!
Becoming a client of Doug English has been one of the best financial decisions my late husband and I ever made. His advice is well researched, his approach of the highest professional standards and the people in his firm are personable, helpful and just a pleasure to deal with. No question nor matter how trivial is left unanswered.
I highly recommend Pat Latta and ACT Advisors. Pat is very knowledgeable and responsive. He genuinely cares about his clients and is a pleasure to work with!
We have worked with Pat and ACT Advisors for several years. He is honest with you and will give you a detailed report on your financial situation tailored to you.... read more Thank you Pat!
We have worked with ACT Advisors for about 9 years now. My husband's parents introduced us as they were clients for many years before they passed. We have great confidence... read more in both Doug and Wes! We appreciate the regular updates via emails and videos and we are confident in the work they do! Pamela Patrick
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