
We Work For You
Claris was founded by John Paxton in January 2009. His mission: to bring clarity to a world that was, at that point, in financial turmoil. It was the height of the recession, and John recognized a tremendous need to bring people smart, personal, independent- minded financial guidance.

Our approach to planning
The focus is always on you.

A useful financial plan starts with a conversation.

Establish strategies that work for you.

Successful planning is a continuous process.

Let us help bring clarity to your financial future.
WHAT OUR TEAM HAS TO SAY
- “I take my clients’ finances very personally.”
- John Paxton
President and Managing Director
- “Wealth management is a complicated practice that I work to make easy.”
- Dan Murphy
Wealth Manager
- “I'm not just here so you can retire - I'm here for every step along the way.”
- Aaron Gibbs
Wealth Manager
- “I’m here for my clients for the long term. Because that’s what investing is all about.”
- Chris Farver
Wealth Manager
How Much Do You Know About Investing?
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