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Montana Wealth

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(44)
Financial plannerMissoula, MT
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Montana Wealth is an independent financial planning firm based in Missoula, serving individuals, families, and business owners across Montana and virtually across the United States. Led by Sam Sharples, RICP®, the firm brings clarity to complex financial decisions through personalized retirement planning, investment guidance, and tax-efficient strategies. Whether preparing for retirement, managing equity compensation, or running a business, Sam takes a straightforward, plain-English approach, bringing every moving part together into one clear plan so clients always know exactly where they stand and where they're headed. For anyone searching for a financial advisor in Missoula or a certified financial planner who values clarity over complexity, Montana Wealth offers a clear path forward.
Financial planningWealth managementRetirement planningTax-efficient strategiesEquity compensation helpEstate and insuranceRICP designationBased in Missoula, MTClear, jargon-free advicePersonalized guidance

Services

Financial planning

Financial planning

Wealth management

Wealth management

Retirement planning

Retirement planning

Tax-efficient strategies

Tax-efficient strategies

Business & equity compensation guidance

Business & equity compensation guidance

My husband and I have had our investments with Sam Sharples for many, many years. Sam has assisted me in many finance areas, from helping me navigate a complicated and time-consuming inheritance, to now opening my own business and planning for retirement. He also manages my daughter's college savings and we've been pleased with the performance of all of our accounts. Sam is always easy to reach and eager to answer any questions I might have. He is easy to talk to and adds a personal touch, either visiting us in person when he can or recently sending me flowers for my birthday. Those behaviors hold great value in Montana. I can't imagine having anyone else manage my money.

Shelly Hunt

Apr 21, 2026

I can’t recommend Sam Sharples from Montana Wealth Management. highly enough. He is always quick to respond whenever I have questions, and his communication is clear and timely. What I appreciate most is how transparent he is with my funds — I always know exactly where my money is and how it’s performing. He takes the time to explain everything in a way that’s easy to understand, which gives me a lot of confidence and peace of mind. On top of that, he’s genuinely pleasant to work with and makes the entire process smooth and stress-free. If you’re looking for someone trustworthy, responsive, and transparent, Sam is an excellent choice.

Kelly Magee

Mar 2, 2026

Working with Sam has been an excellent experience. He took the time to truly understand our full situation before putting anything together and built a plan specifically tailored to what my wife and I are working toward. He values us bringing our own ideas to the table but always makes sure we've considered all angles before moving forward, including how certain strategies could impact our goals or risk profile. He doesn't just set it and forget it either. He stays ahead of how things change and is always ready to pivot with the best strategy to marry our resources with our goals. Every meeting feels more like sitting down with a friend than a typical financial meeting. We trust Sam completely and would highly recommend.

Gregory Grzywna

Mar 14, 2026

We were referred to Sam at Montana Wealth Management by close friends who had worked with him and we could not be more pleased to have Sam as a partner for the last 3+ years. As a dual-income multi-national executive household our financial picture is layered and complex. Sam provided more insight into the concentration of risk we had in a particular stock due to RSUs and stock purchase programs we were leveraging. We were incredibly grateful for the strategic recommendations he provided at the time, and are seeing major benefits today as a result. Beyond portfolio performance, Sam integrates tax strategy, cash flow modeling, and long-term planning in a way that makes complex decisions feel structured and manageable. We feel informed, protected, and confident in our future. That level of trust is invaluable.

Colleen M

Feb 24, 2026

Sam Sharples at Montana Wealth Management has been fabulous to work with in getting on track for retirement and financial advising for personal goals. When my husband and I started with Sam, we really needed to regroup about our current investments and what made most sense for our age and years left to work. He has been attentive, generous with his time and patient in explaining different types of accounts reviewing benefits vs downsides of different options. He has helped to organize our thoughts related to financial planning goals, making a clear list of tasks and next steps which has been really helpful and what we have truly needed. We are feeling more confident and would recommend Sam to anyone that needs good solid advice!

Laura Reed

Jan 16, 2026

Why choose us?

Clear, jargon-free advice

We explain your options in plain language so you always understand the plan and feel confident about the decisions you make.

Personalized planning

We build recommendations around your goals and your life, not a one-size-fits-all template, so your plan fits where you actually are.

Retirement income focus

With the RICP designation behind our work, we bring a dedicated focus to retirement income planning and long-term financial security.

Full-picture guidance

From investments to taxes, estate, and insurance, we help coordinate the pieces so your financial decisions work together sensibly.

Support through change

We stay with you through every life change and financial milestone, adjusting the plan as your needs and circumstances evolve.

Missoula-based advisor

We are a local financial planning practice serving clients from our office in Missoula, Montana, with straightforward, grounded guidance.

Location & hours

331 SW Higgins Ave, Missoula, Montana, 59803

FAQs

Where are you located?
Our office is at 331 SW Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT 59803. We work with clients in the Missoula area and beyond.
What services do you offer?
We provide financial planning, wealth management, and retirement planning, along with tax-efficient strategies, business and equity compensation guidance, and estate and insurance coordination.
Who will I be working with?
You will work with Sam Sharples, our financial advisor. Sam holds the RICP designation and focuses on giving clear, actionable advice tailored to your goals.
What does your approach look like?
We start by understanding your situation and goals, then offer personalized guidance in plain language. Our aim is to simplify, guide, and support you rather than overwhelm you with jargon.
What does pricing look like?
We discuss how we work and what to expect after learning about your needs. Reach out and we can walk you through the details.
How can I get in touch?
You can call us at (406) 542-7718 or email sam@themontanawealth.com to start a conversation about your financial goals.

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