About Thayer Financial
Thayer Financial, an independent Registered Investment Adviser located in Hickory, NC, offers personalized and unbiased financial advice tailored to clients' specific needs and goals. Their fee-only structure ensures there are no conflicts of interest from commissions or sales incentives. Following a fiduciary standard, Thayer Financial is legally committed to prioritizing the clients' financial well-being above all else. Clients appreciate the thorough financial planning support provided by Thayer Financial. Their process includes multiple meetings to understand clients’ financial goals and needs, which is highly valued. The team responds well to clients' questions and works closely with them, offering a personal touch and interactive financial tools that create an informed, hands-on experience. Deaton and his team, including Kelly and Allison, are known for their professionalism and the personal attention they give to clients' financial futures. Many clients mention how comfortable and supported they feel working with the team. Overall, clients are very pleased with their choice to work with Thayer Financial and often recommend their services to others seeking a financial planner.
Deaton, Kelly, and the entire team have proven to be a trusted partner in investment advising. Their approach is not centered on selling products, but rather on ensuring that each client’s financial foundation is both strong and built for long-term growth.
I continue to be impressed by the results they’ve delivered, as well as the discipline and stewardship they demonstrate in managing investments. Their commitment to trust, integrity, and transparency truly defines the culture at Thayer Financial.
At no point have I felt anything other than confident in their guidance. I’m grateful for their professionalism and dedication—thank you to the entire team.
This is simple. We have moved a dozen times over the years and have been flooded with people offering to “manage” our money. The greatest challenge in our attempt to find the right match has always been trying to find a true fiduciary with knowledge AND integrity that we could trust to be accessible and always have OUR best interests in mind. We finally found that match with Thayer Financial and I encourage others to consider doing the same even if like us, they are not local. From day one at Thayer Financial, there was no “big box store” approach to our financial/tax/retirement planning and we never received a sales pitch for commission-based insurance products....read full review
Thayer has been instrumental in helping me navigate my financial goals. Their advice is always clear, insightful, and tailored to my specific needs. I feel much more confident about my financial future thanks to their expertise. Highly recommend!