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Thank you Chris for your guidance over the past 17years. We made it through several market swings and covid.
We have a comfortable feeling working with you.
And it is always sharing our stories over the years of our children’s growth.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

At 51, I lost my husband to cancer. We owned our own business, so the loss of considerable income at his death was a magnificent hardship. In addition, a significant personal investment became insolvent, causing the loss of millions. A happy, comfortable, and financially-secure life was gone in an instant. My home and a few other assets, was all I had left. Upon the sale of my home, a good friend referred me to Hutch and Chris at Pillar Wealth Management. That was the moment that changed everything.
Not only did Chris help me emotionally through a life-altering time, his gentle guidance assisted me in investing the proceeds of my home and gaining additional capital through the sale of personal possessions. I was able to purchase a new home and still have enough for a substantial investment with Pillar Wealth. I have been with these fine, trustworthy financial advisors for 10 years now, living on that growing investment with Chris’s wise counsel. I am pleased to report that I, once again, live a comfortable and financially secure-life today. I highly recommend Pillar Wealth Management.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

When I retired the need arose to have help with balancing our investment risk level. Our trusted Accountant recommended Pillar Wealth Management. In the past we took a sizeable loss and could no longer take that level of risk with the balance of savings for retirement. Chris helped us transfer these investments and rebalances our personal risk level whenever necessary. There is always help when needed. My husband and I are happy to have been the recipients of this special service and have slept better these last 20 years because of them. You have my permission to use this letter of recommendation.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

I have worked with Chris Snyder, handling my investments for over 30 years. During this time I developed a personal relationship with Chris and am very pleased with the personal attention he has paid to my investments.
When I was getting ready to retire I looked into what my retirement income would be. I wanted to maintain my current lifestyle and hoped to maintain my existing income. I did some number crunching and knew I would fall a little short. I had $23,000 that I could invest in hopes that it would eventually provide a supplement to my monthly income.
I started an interview process with several investment companies. I provided them with the financial figures I had been analyzing, knowing I would fall a little short. They all said that if i invested with them that I would meet my goal, except Chris. He said I would fall a little short. Truth will out, I invested with Chris because I felt he was the only one that was honest with me. The first year was a terrible year for the economy. Not only did my investment not grow but I lost $3,000. Chris recommended I ride it out and not make any changes. The same advice he has given over the years. My investment start to grow, sometimes rapidly other times slow but always growing. For several years now both my wife and I take a monthly supplement that comes from the annual growth of the investment and allows the principal to continue to grow.
Pillar Financial has simplified my tax returns by sending a copy of all documents pertaining to my investments directly to my tax preparer. Also, Chris is in direct contact with my tax preparer and there have been several incidents where they have communicated directly with each other.
There was one incident of personal attention that bears mentioning. My family have all moved to Arizona. On a visit to them in April of 2019 we were looking around the countryside with the thought that we might want to move there also. As luck would have it, we looked at a house that my wife fell in love with. We spent that afternoon in the realtor’s office with the realtor on one phone negotiating with the seller and me on another phone with Chris who was advising me on my negotiating position. He finally came up with a figure that I could take out enough to make a cash offer without incurring a tax liability. It took three phone calls while Chris did the number crunching with my investment but the cash offer was accepted. We are planning to move into the house as soon as the remodel is completed. Even though we will be spending the rest of our days living in Arizona, we plan to keep our investment portfolio with Pillar Financial.
Over the years I have recommended Pillar Financial to family members and friends. I was, and still am confident that they would get the same professional and personal treatment that I have received. I highly recommend Pillar Financial for anyone who is looking for an investment counselor.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

Chris and Hutch knew they had to build their business based on personal contact and trust. They invested in this aspect and offered seminars over free dinners to get to know their clients on a personal level. This allowed us to get to know Chris personally and realize that we see the world and politics in a very similar way. Over the years that we have known Chris and have done business with him we have never been disappointed by this strategy, in contrary we see Chris not only as our wealth manager, but also as a personal friend.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

With our retirement we were searching for an advisor to invest our money. We found an advisor who seemed knowledgeable. She promised the moon with large investments. When our paperwork arrived it wasn’t anything we agreed upon. We were so lucky to have quickly found Chris. He stepped in and invested our money. We have not turned back and have made great investments per Chris’s advise.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

In 2022, I moved my portfolio over to Chris Snyder and his team. They’ve been a great asset in advising me on everything needed to plan for my short term financial needs as well as getting me to my retirement which is coming in a few years. They are very approachable, detailed and explain the markets in down to earth ways which is greatly appreciated. The service they provide is personal as well as professional and I am secure and happy knowing my funds are in such great hands.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

Prior to signing up with PWM we had self-managed our investments. That worked out pretty well with the ongoing bull market. Even with the occasional downturn, paper losses were quickly reversed. But as retirement neared it became clear a better plan was needed to turn those investments into a reliable income stream that would facilitate our goals.
From our first meeting with Chris Snyder it was clear this would be a good fit for us. Chris really listened and took the time understand what we wanted to do in retirement. He showed us how we could meet our goals without unnecessary risk. As things changed over time Chris helped us adjust the plan. We have regular communications to make sure we remain on track. Anytime we reach out we receive prompt responses and an ad-hoc call is never a problem.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

It is our pleasure to write in support of Chris Snyder. After more than 16 years of working with Chris we feel fortunate to have access to his professional advice always with prompt, clear and up to date answers to our questions. The professional work he does has been continuous and gives us confidence that he is ready to keep us advised of positive financial moves to support our financial security.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

Prior to Pillar Wealth Management, our investments were in CDs, non-interest checking & savings, annuities, IRAs, 457Kplan, Term Life Insurance, etc. We felt overwhelmed managing on our own and knew we need a fiduciary financial advisor to help us simplify and better manage our finances.
In January 2022, my sister recommended Christopher Snyder (Pillar Wealth Management). In our Discovery Meeting with Chris, we shared our retirement goals, financial values, the importance of spending time with family, the financial freedom to travel and to volunteer, to provide financial support (education) to grandkids through gifting, the sufficient funding for future medical expenses (long term care), etc.
With that information, Chris completed a gap analysis (on where we are financially and where we would like to be) and created a wealth management plan tailored to our needs.
Fast forward to today, we are liking what we see in our investments. We can see we can achieve what is important to us and still have financial assets pass down to the next generation. Their continuing monitoring and performing stress test on a quarterly basis, Chris’s ability to know how we are financially at all times, his ongoing planning to track that we are on target all these make us feel confident that Chris is the one that we can entrust to manage our investments. We look forward to a long-term relationship with Chris Snyder (Pillar Wealth Management).
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

My husband started an account with Chris Snyder over 17 years ago. Chris has been an invaluable help during all the market ups and downs. He is also always ready to help me think through other financial aspects that come up and will refer me to someone else if he doesn’t feel he is the right person to provide information. Chris has understood and helped me reach the set goals. This is a great firm that provides personal and professional care.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

My husband and I have been extremely pleased with Chris’s handling of our investments. He always has our best interests in mind. He will answer any question we have and explain why he has done what he has done. If we prefer another or different strategy we discuss it with Chris and he gives us the pros and cons.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

I have been a client of Pillar Wealth for over 25 years. My advisor is Chris Snyder and he is wonderful, we have shared so much about our families for 25 years. He knows my goals and has helped me achieve them financially. I trust Pillar Wealth implicitly.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

I have been with Pillar Wealth Management for over 25 years. We have weathered more than a few ups and downs. Chris has always steered me in the right direction. When I hear from others how they have lost so much with their current advisors, I am reminded of the guidance I get from everyone at Pillar, stay the course and you’ll be good. When my wife died, Chris was there to help me navigate the process of changing everything over to me. When I finally decided it was time to move from the Colorado mountains back to civilization, Chris was there again. He is more of a friend than a financial advisor. Everyone I have ever had contact with at Pillar have been exceptionally professional and make me feel as though I am the only client. I highly recommend Pillar Wealth Management.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

We have worked with Chris for many years and feel like we are friends. I was trying to find the year that we began working with Pillar, but couldn’t find it. We met Chris in Pleasant Hill at a seminar. We invested a small amount, as that is all that we had at the time and it has grown and continues to grow. After losing my husband, I continue to rely on Chris for his help and guidance. I also enjoy our phone chats. Thank you Chris and Pillar.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

My husband and I have had the pleasure of working with Chris Snyder at Pillar Wealth Management since 1996, 27 years. Lots of life happened in those years, assessing our financial readiness to retire, retiring in California, moving to France, resettling, moving to Florida, setting up trusts, husbands passing, moving to Arizona. Chris helped us through each change not only with the complicated financial aspects but also with other relevant information. Throughout those years he ably managed our significant investment accounts, IRAs, and two trusts.
I especially appreciate his timely communications. When the markets have a significant change, shortly thereafter I receive an email. He explains why our investments are safer due to the diversity of our portfolio. Semiannually, we have a review to update my goals and finances. Every question is answered promptly and thoroughly. I highly recommend Chris Snyder at Pillar Wealth Management.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

I’ve been a Chris client for about 25 years. Through those years Chris and I and our families have grown together. Chris has helped me through some very difficult times and has kept my investment including monthly withdrawals at pretty much the same as my beginning investment.
I am very comfortable with Chris as my financial advisor.

◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

Hutch, Chris and staff are awesome! they are very professional and amazingly responsive. We are newer clients and recently moved to Idaho and they have been so helpful to us!
I learned more talking to Hutch for 10 minutes about some specifics on accounts than I ever did from a previous advisor we had for 20 years.
We like how they have a realistic approach towards things and hold a great deal of trust in them! We would highly recommend them! I look forward to working with them more moving forward.
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.

One of our best-ever decisions: turning to Hutch Ashoo and Chris Snyder at Pillar for financial guidance. My wife Bonnie and I were introduced to them in 2009 when we sold our small tech company and retired. Baffled by the complexities of managing our modest finances to ensure a safe and comfortable retirement, we interviewed several “wealth management” candidates and were most impressed by Hutch and Chris. Chris has been our financial advisor and managed our investment portfolio with solid results ever since.
We greatly appreciate the guidance and services provided by Chris and the entire Pillar organization over the years. Chris has educated us as necessary. We receive regular reports and have productive review meetings with him, and he’s been readily and consistently available by phone and email when we’ve needed immediate input on a topic. His cogent and calm advice has reduced our stress, at least regarding our finances, so that we can worry about other things, like what travel to plan for next year!
Thanks, Chris, et al!
◼ Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
◼ Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
◼ Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.