Messer, Rust & Burkert Advisors, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

06/08/2026

🍼 Celebrating a special arrival! 🍼

We are excited to share some wonderful news from our office family—- Spencer & his family have welcomed a beautiful baby boy, Easton Joseph!

The office had a friendly competition guessing both the arrival date and whether baby Easton would be a boy or girl. The lucky winner guessing both day & gender correctly was Angie!

Please join us in congratulating The Burkert Family! We wish them all the joy, love and precious moments that come with welcoming a new little one into the world. 💙

06/05/2026

One of our favorite office Fridays of the year is here…National Donut Day & the Decatur County United Fund Strawberry Festival!
A little indulgence now & then is all part of a well-rounded plan. Wishing everyone a productive, prosperous, and slightly sweet Friday! 🍩🍓

06/04/2026

Read the latest market insights from Ameriprise Chief Market Strategist Anthony Saglimbene.

Get more expert insights by reading the latest Weekly Market Perspectives.

05/29/2026

Happy 529 Day! (did you see our posts this week gearing up to this moment?)
Today is the perfect reminder to start (or revisit) your college savings strategy & set future goals in motion.

With a 529 plan, you can give yourself flexibility and control while building a smart path toward education funding. Every family's situation is unique-- which is why it's important to explore all options carefully.

Angie Messer & Spencer Burkert are here to help weigh pros & cons of the various savings options & understand how 529 plans fit your overall financial picture, then build a plan that fits you.
Let's find the strategy that works for you & your family. Reach out to get started!

05/28/2026

Are you saving enough for college? From 529 plans to Coverdell Education Savings Accounts, there are numerous saving options to consider. We can help you weigh the pros and cons of each.

What to consider as you choose an appropriate saving vehicle to meet your goals.

05/26/2026

529 plans aren’t just for college savings anymore. Learn how this powerful tool can help you save for your child or grandchild's education expenses.

Learn the ins and outs of 529 plans.

05/25/2026

Honoring those who served. Remembering those who sacrificed. Their legacy reminds us of the value of freedom, family & community.

05/21/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.

As we enjoy the long weekend, we pause to remember & honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

The team will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th.

05/21/2026

When financial decisions aren’t shared, the role of guidance can become even more meaningful.

Ameriprise Financial research shows that among financially solo adults who work with an advisor, guidance supports both confidence and clarity — helping people feel more secure about the future, navigate major decisions, and bring structure to long‑term planning.

05/11/2026

Spencer thought it was just a team lunch…

With lunch from El Reparo, the team surprised Spencer with a little “Baby Burkert Bash” to celebrate him becoming a father of TWO soon!

The team came ready with diapers, wipes & plenty of well wishes for his growing family. Oh! There were chocolate chip cookies too 🍪

We are all so happy for him, his wife Samantha & big brother Beau! We can’t wait to meet the newest addition to the crew.