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John C. Wahl

CFP®, ChFC®
One Bridge Wealth Management
John C. Wahl
Tel: 314-924-8009 230 South Bemiston Avenue, Suite 910 Saint Louis, MO 63105
Invest Smarter, Reduce Taxes, Optimize Income & Growth
About John C. Wahl
John Wahl, CFP®, ChFC®, is Managing Partner and Co-Founder of One Bridge Wealth Management, an independent wealth management firm serving individuals and families throughout the greater St. Louis area.

John specializes in helping affluent families, successful professionals, business owners, and retirees make smarter financial decisions, manage taxes, and get more out of the wealth they've worked hard to build. His focus is on helping clients grow, protect, and enjoy their wealth through thoughtful investment management and coordinated financial planning.

Many of John's clients have accumulated significant investment assets but recognize that managing their wealth has become increasingly complex. Some are approaching retirement and want to know when they can comfortably retire and how much they can spend. Others are already retired and want to develop a sustainable retirement income strategy, manage taxes, and preserve their wealth. Still others simply want an experienced professional overseeing their investments so they can spend less time managing their finances and more time enjoying life.

As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER" professional and Chartered Financial Consultant®, John takes a comprehensive approach that goes well beyond investment selection. His areas of expertise include investment and portfolio management, retirement income planning, Roth conversions, tax-efficient investment strategies, 401(k) and IRA rollovers, and long-term wealth preservation.

John believes successful wealth management isn't just about investment returns. It's about making thoughtful, coordinated decisions that help clients manage taxes, avoid costly mistakes, and make the most of their financial opportunities.

A St. Louis native, John earned his Economics degree and MBA from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), along with his CFP® and ChFC® designations through The American College of Financial Services. He co-founded One Bridge Wealth Management to provide personalized advice, proactive planning, and a high level of client service.

John lives in St. Louis with his wife, Sarah, and their three children. Outside the office, he enjoys spending time with his family, visiting the family farm, golfing, hunting, traveling, and the outdoors.

Whether you're preparing for retirement, managing a substantial investment portfolio, or looking for a more proactive approach to your financial future, John welcomes the opportunity to learn about your goals and explore how One Bridge Wealth Management can help.
About One Bridge Wealth Management
One Bridge Wealth Management is an independent wealth management firm based in Clayton, Missouri, specializing in retirement planning, investment management, and tax-efficient wealth strategies for affluent individuals and families throughout the St. Louis area.

We work primarily with individuals and families who have accumulated substantial investment assets and want an experienced financial advisor to help them make the most of their wealth.

Many of our clients are approaching retirement, recently retired, or simply looking for a more proactive and comprehensive approach to managing their investments. They want to know when they can retire, how much they can comfortably spend, how to manage taxes, and whether their investments are positioned appropriately for their goals.

Our approach goes beyond simply managing a portfolio. We coordinate investment management with retirement income planning, Roth conversions, tax-efficient withdrawal strategies, estate planning considerations, and other important financial decisions.

What makes One Bridge different is our commitment to personalized advice, proactive planning, and long-term client relationships. We believe clients deserve more than investment recommendations. They deserve an advisor who understands their entire financial picture and helps them navigate important decisions as their lives evolve.

Whether you're preparing for retirement, managing a substantial investment portfolio, or looking for a financial advisor who takes a more comprehensive approach, we welcome the opportunity to learn about your goals.

CFP® professionals are subject to the CFP Board's fiduciary duty when providing Financial Advice to clients, as described in the CFP Board's Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct.

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Our Team

Mark
Mark Witthaus
Financial Advisor

Kellie
Kellie Bliss
Client Service Associate

General Information
Firm Start Year:

2019

No. of Employees:

2-4 Employees

Insurance License#:

8389910

Name of Broker/Dealer:

COMMONWEALTH FINANCIAL NETWORK

States Licensed in:

MO, IL, CA, OH, OR, TN, TX, VA, WA, FL

Communities served:

The greater St. Louis Metropolitan area and surrounding areas.

Number of Years with Current Firm:

6

Work with the following types of clients:

Businesses, Investment Clubs, Non-Profit Organizations, Individual Investors

Advisory Services Provided:

401K Rollovers, Retirement Planning, Portfolio Management, Financial Planning, Insurance Products & Annuities, Estate Planning & Trusts, Investment Advice & Management, Wealth Management, Money Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Financial Advice & Consulting, Risk Management

Qualifications & Memberships
Insurance and Annuity Licenses:

Disability, Long Term Care, Life

Financial Organization Memberships:

Financial Planning Association (FPA)

Services
Investment Types:

Mutual Funds, Bonds, Stocks, Annuities, Insurance, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), Alternative Investments, Socially Responsible Investments (SRI)

I provide a free initial consultation:

Yes

Preferred meeting methods
Can meet clients in the following ways:

Your Office, Email, Phone, Our Office, Your Home, Video Conference

Compensation and Fees
Fee Structure:

Fee-Based

Minimum Portfolio Size for New Managed Accounts:

$500,000

Compensation Methods:

Commissions, Based on Assets

10 Years of Experience
CRD# 5833997Firm CRD# 8032Insurance License# 8389910Series: 7, 63, 66
Compliance
Registered RepresentativeYes
Investment Advisor RepresentativeYes
Acknowledged fiduciaryYes
Compliance Disclosures in Last 5 yearsI have a clean record
Criminal Disclosures in Last 5 yearsI have a clean record
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