Byron's Story
29 Years, One Calling, and a Lifetime of Gratitude
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July 26, 2026
Retirement planning, investing, fee-only fiduciary advice, wealth and tax strategy from Byron Studdard, CFP® — written in plain language.
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Twenty-nine years ago today, I became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional—but if it hadn’t been for a long night in a hospital
Even though it’s been over thirty years, I still remember that night like it was yesterday. I had just taken a flight
The past few months have been some of the most trying of my career as I’ve been afraid to leave my trading screens for more than a few minutes. This market has required constant monitoring given the unprecedented volatility the outbreak has brought, and I have answered that call every day – and, several times each night to check the international markets and our futures. I am proud of the results that we have experienced.
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