Our Story and Services

Finance can be a cold, impersonal discipline with spreadsheets and line graphs guiding your decisions and measuring whether you made the right ones.

Not at The Metz Wealth Management Group.

We combine the extensive resources of a major global financial institution with the personal care and attention you would expect from a trusted friend or neighbor.

That’s because many of our clients are our friends and neighbors. They look to us for guidance that incudes their investments but goes far beyond to encompass other aspects of their financial lives. They pass us on like an heirloom to their children and grandchildren. They know we will listen to them carefully and help develop plans that are customized to help meet their needs and address the challenges they face

David Metz is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and Morgan Stanley-credentialed Family Wealth Director who manages client assets on a discretionary basis. Along with Cory Melchior our Financial Planning Specialist, and Lexi Walker our Client Service Associate who are committed to simplifying your financial life by performing a wide variety of administrative functions and providing you with prompt, efficient service. Together, we can help make a difference in your ability to retire comfortably, leave a meaningful legacy to your loved ones or simply achieve greater financial security for yourself and your family.

Also, The Metz Wealth Management Group has been named a Forbes’ Best- In- State Wealth Management Team for 2024. This recognition reflects their exceptional financial planning and investment management services, along with the commitment to excellence in helping clients achieve their financial goals.

Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams (2025)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/23-3/31/24.
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Valuable Tools and Resources

We believe financial education can lead to better insights into our investment strategy and discipline, and ultimately, better long-term decisions. As a result, we are committed to providing you with important information about managing your wealth more effectively in today’s global markets.
We have assembled the following resources that reinforce the fundamental investment strategies and concepts of our practice. We’ve provided links to these materials, where available, and hope you’ll return often to learn more about the topics that can impact your overall wealth.
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Digital Tools

Our comprehensive suite of digital tools are designed to help enhance most aspects of your financial life. Here are a few of the technologies we have to offer our clients.
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    Morgan Stanley Online
    Your investments and everyday finances are always just a few clicks away with Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App.
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    Total Wealth View
    We've launched a new tool that allows you to link information from your accounts at other financial institutions directly to your Morgan Stanley Online or Morgan Stanley Mobile App profile.
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    Online Security Center
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    Goals Based Planning
    Working with us, paired with our technology, is a great way to access advice and build a wealth plan. Read more about the advantages of working with our planning technology to help reach your financial goals.
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    Tax-Aware Investing
    By implementing tax-efficient strategies as part of your investment process you may increase potential portfolio returns and achieve your goals faster.
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Upcoming Firm Events

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AI Revolution: The Breakthrough, the Buzz and a Blueprint for the Future

We invite you to watch the replay from our thought-provoking conversation on artificial intelligence (AI) with James Dyett, OpenAI's Head of Enterprise & Strategic Sales, Keith Weiss, Morgan Stanley's Head of U.S. Software Research Jeff McMillan, Morgan Stanley's Head of Firmwide Artificial Intelligence, recorded on Monday, March 24.

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Our Suite of Services

As your wealth grows, so does its complexities and the resources needed to manage it effectively. We leverage our experience and relationships to deliver innovative strategies that are tailored to your needs. We look forward to speaking with you to understand your challenges, so we may map out a strategy to help achieve your particular priorities and goals.
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    Wealth Management
    Wealth Management brings all the dimensions of your life together. We listen carefully to understand the connections across your personal life, your family, your career and your legacy goals to develop a comprehensive strategy that is uniquely yours.
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    Retirement Planning
    One of our key areas of focus is helping you prepare for and thrive in retirement. From IRAs to RMDs, we manage the complexities of your comprehensive retirement plan assets, helping you easily transition to the next phase of your life with security and confidence.
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    Professional Portfolio Management
    Managing an investment portfolio should be a consultative, disciplined process that balances your attitudes about investing with careful analysis of the financial markets. Working together, we create a customized strategy that applies long-held investment principles to help your assets appreciate appropriately, generate cash-flow or create income as you require.

    The Portfolio Management program is an investment advisory program in which the client’s Financial Advisor invests the client’s assets on a discretionary basis in a range of securities. The Portfolio Management program is described in the applicable Morgan Stanley ADV Part 2, available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV or from your Financial Advisor.
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    Business Planning
    Focusing on the factors that make a difference in your business —from your perspective on ownership, control and liquidity, to the key challenges and opportunities you may face.
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    Estate Planning & Philanthropic Strategies
    Delivering an estate to the next generation or favorite charity requires more attention than families often realize. We coordinate with your estate and tax professionals to help you align your legacy goals with the appropriate asset titling and beneficiary designation requirements, incorporating best practices to enhance results.



    Disclosures
    Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.

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419 Village Dr
Ste 1
Carlisle, PA 17015
US
Direct:
(717) 258-4363(717) 258-4363
Toll-Free:
(800) 348-1776(800) 348-1776
214 Senate Avenue
7th Floor
Camp Hill, PA 17011
US

Meet The Metz Wealth Management Group

About David K Metz

David has a passion for financial markets that is only exceeded by his passion for helping people achieve their financial aspirations. He began his career at a Morgan Stanley predecessor firm while still in college and joined the firm full-time after graduation. 25 years later, he founded The Metz Wealth Management Group, a team of financial professionals that provides clients with comprehensive financial planning and discretionary investment management.

Early in his career, David realized that the complexity of today’s financial environment demands a commitment to ongoing vigilance and education. He pursued two industry designations that are among the most challenging to attain in the financial services industry. As a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®), David was able to develop a proprietary methodology for managing client assets. He screens numerous companies for business strength, management acumen and stock valuation to determine which should be considered candidates for client portfolios. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), he goes beyond investing to develop plans that encompass such diverse disciplines as lending solutions, insurance, and estate planning strategies – in short, virtually every aspect of his clients’ financial lives. In addition, David is one of about 5% of Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors (as of Dec. 2024) to have earned the firm’s Family Wealth Director designation, a credential that allows him to provide further insight to high-net-worth clients seeking to transfer wealth to the next generation.

A native Pennsylvanian, David graduated from Dickinson College as a double major in Economics and Policy & Management Studies. He has always been an active member of his community, volunteering with numerous non-profit organizations. Currently, he serves as Board Chair at The Carlisle Arts Learning Center and sits on the boards of the YMCA and Todd Baird Lindsey Devlin Foundation. When not volunteering, monitoring markets and advising clients, David spends as much time as he can with his wife Jennifer and their two children, Katie and Owen.

Also, The Metz Wealth Management Group has been named a Forbes’ Best- In- State Wealth Management Team for 2024. This recognition reflects their exceptional financial planning and investment management services, along with the commitment to excellence in helping clients achieve their financial goals.

Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Management Teams (2024)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.

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Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.

Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
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About Cory Melchior

Cory joined The Metz Wealth Management Group, in July 2022. He brings a high-energy and passionate attitude towards assisting clients reach their financial goals.

Cory seeks to gain as much knowledge and training while working side-by-side with the team on the operational, administrative, and securities advice side of the business. He currently can implement trades with his securities registrations and is looking to further his wealth management career by entering the Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor Associate Program.

Before moving to Carlisle, Cory was born and raised in his hometown - Boyertown. He is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University – Berks with a B.S. in Business (Finance) and a Minor in Accounting. Outside of the workplace, he enjoys watching sports such as NFL or college football, golfing, and hanging with his friends.

Also, The Metz Wealth Management Group has been named a Forbes’ Best-In-State Wealth Management Team for 2024. This recognition reflects their exceptional financial planning and investment management services, along with the commitment to excellence in helping clients achieve their financial goals.

Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams (2024)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.

https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html
Securities Agent: LA, AZ, WY, WA, OK, NE, MI, IL, RI, PR, NC, MA, AR, MO, HI, DE, WV, VT, SD, OH, NY, MS, MD, DC, SC, NM, KS, CO, TN, IN, GA, FL, WI, UT, TX, NH, MN, AL, OR, CT, CA, NV, ME, VA, PA, NJ, ND, MT; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
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About Lexi Walker

Lexi joined The Metz Wealth Management Group, in 2021. She brings an effervescent personality and can-do attitude to every client she works with, not to mention a passion for all things financial.

Clients look to Lexi for a variety of operational and administrative functions ranging from helping them open accounts to transferring assets and completing cumbersome paperwork. “I’ve always had an interest in finance,” she exclaims. “My family and I have been discussing stocks since I was a teenager and following those we buy or even thought about buying.” Lexi has also long kept a journal of her expenses and revenues that she encourages her friends to emulate.

A graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a BS in Dietetics, Lexi was a member of the varsity swim team and has coached children at The Big Springs Aquatic Club in her hometown of Newville.
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Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
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