Susie Steel, CFP

Susie Steel, CFP Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®)
Helping families and individuals make confident financial decisions with clarity, care, and simplicity.

Learn more about our story in the About section ("Details About You") With more than three decades of experience in financial planning at Deerfield, my approach to wealth management has always been rooted in a spirit of service, treating each client as an extension of my own family. My ethos of “to whom much is given, much will be required” drives my heartfelt desire to provide dedicated and empat

hetic service to help my clients focus the power of their wealth on their most worthwhile causes. At Deerfield, we call this purpose-driven approach Wealthwhile planning. Wealth management requires both breadth and depth of knowledge. At Deerfield, we have that knowledge. Perhaps even more importantly, we bring it to life through the power of collaboration – working as a seamless team, blending our individual experiences to offer confident advice, step-by-step guidance, and efficient implementation that allows our clients to focus their wealth on creating more of what is worthwhile in their lives. As an independent, fee-only financial services and wealth management firm, we are committed to being our clients’ constant financial advocates. Currently, we are trusted by more than 200 client families throughout the US - many of whom are women, physicians, attorneys, or business leaders with a range of net worth from $1 million to over $50 million. Regardless of where they are on their journey, their lives and careers have become more complex, and so have their financial situations. We understand, and we have decades of wisdom and experience that enable us to provide highly personalized service in the following areas:

• Comprehensive wealth management
• Financial issues between generations
• Estate and generational planning
• Retirement and tax planning

At Deerfield, we are committed to our clients, to one another, and to our profession. It is a commitment we honor with integrity, clarity, and the desire to continually enhance our wisdom and the services we provide. To learn more, call (317) 469-2455 or email [email protected].

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Deerfield Financial Advisors, Inc. (“Deerfield”) is an SEC-registered investment adviser located in the State of Indiana. Deerfield and its representatives are in compliance with the current notice filing requirements imposed upon SEC-registered investment advisers by those states in which Deerfield maintains clients.

Today is International Day of Charity—a reminder of the power of purposeful giving. 🌾Whether through donating time, reso...
09/05/2026

Today is International Day of Charity—a reminder of the power of purposeful giving. 🌾

Whether through donating time, resources, or strategic tax-efficient giving, every effort builds stronger communities. Financial stewardship isn't just about growing wealth—it's about using it to make a meaningful difference.

What causes are you passionate about supporting?

I sat in on a talk this summer about Colonel Eli Lilly, and I keep thinking about it. He lost his first wife, buried a y...
09/04/2026

I sat in on a talk this summer about Colonel Eli Lilly, and I keep thinking about it. He lost his first wife, buried a young daughter, and had a business partner walk away with the firm's money. Any one of those could have ended his story. Instead, he built something that still shapes Indianapolis today.

What struck me was not just his resilience but what he chose to do with what he rebuilt. The Lilly Endowment grew out of that legacy, and it remains one of the largest private philanthropies in the country. A life defined by generosity rather than the losses along the way.

I think about this in my own work. Wealth is hardly ever the point on its own. What we choose to do with it, and what we pass to the generations after us, is the part that lasts.

09/03/2026

Markets saw a strong rally as falling oil prices eased inflation worries, pushing the Dow to a new record high. Combined with corporate earnings on track for their strongest growth since 2021, the underlying data highlights the value of maintaining a disciplined, long-term investment strategy through market fluctuations.

See link in the comments below to learn more.

09/02/2026

I'm honored to share that I've received the 2026 Five Star Wealth Manager Award. This marks the 15th year in a row, and the milestone means a great deal to me.

Recognition like this is never really about one person. It reflects the trust my clients have placed in me over the years, and the steady work of a team I'm proud to stand beside every day. The families I serve are the reason I love this work, and I don't take a single year of it for granted.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. Here's to the years ahead.

You're earning more than you ever have, so why doesn't your portfolio seem to reflect it? Here are 5 leaks that can drai...
09/01/2026

You're earning more than you ever have, so why doesn't your portfolio seem to reflect it? Here are 5 leaks that can drain multimillion-dollar portfolios, and what to do about each one. Link in the comments.

Discover 5 wealth drains that cost high earners thousands a year. Susie Steel is a wealth manager at Deerfield Financial Advisors in Indianapolis, IN.

"It is only the farmer who faithfully plants seeds in the Spring, who reaps a harvest in Autumn." — B.C. Forbes Septembe...
09/01/2026

"It is only the farmer who faithfully plants seeds in the Spring, who reaps a harvest in Autumn." — B.C. Forbes

September marks the approach of Q4—the financial "autumn" where strategic planning pays off. Successful wealth management requires consistent, proactive actions before the year ends. From tax-loss harvesting to maximizing your retirement contributions, the steps we take this month ensure you protect and optimize your financial harvest.

One of the things I love about   is that it connects you to people and programs you would not otherwise find your way to...
08/31/2026

One of the things I love about is that it connects you to people and programs you would not otherwise find your way to.

This year I joined a committee for Leadership Connection, a program through Carmel Rotary that pairs high school juniors and seniors with local business and community leaders. The goal is to give students real exposure to professional life—mentorship, networking, hands-on understanding —the kind of foundation that is hard to build in a classroom alone. More than 150 area students participate each year.

Having volunteered with the event in the past, I already knew how impactful it was, but joining the committee has given me a whole new perspective. If you're interested in joining us as a sponsor or a volunteer, you can find all the details and sign up directly here:

Our Programs   Interested in Becoming a 2026 Sponsor?Please help support our future leaders. SPONSOR Questions? – Contact Mark Robins at [email protected] Interested in Becoming a 2026 Volunteer?Please join us by volunteering on one or both days. VOLUNTEER Questions? – Contact Natalie O’Hara...

🎓 Planning for education costs? Indiana529 offers a flexible way to help save for a child’s future.Previously known as C...
08/29/2026

🎓 Planning for education costs? Indiana529 offers a flexible way to help save for a child’s future.

Previously known as CollegeChoice 529, Indiana529 has expanded to support a variety of education paths—including college, trade schools, apprenticeships, and more. Plus, qualified withdrawals can grow and be used tax-free.

A little planning today can help create more opportunities tomorrow.

Life insurance is one of those things that a lot of people set up once and then never revisit. This summer I worked with...
08/28/2026

Life insurance is one of those things that a lot of people set up once and then never revisit. This summer I worked with a client whose level term policy was coming to an end, and it opened up a much larger conversation about where things actually stood.

His situation had changed significantly since he first purchased that policy. And when we looked at the full picture together, it became clear that the conversation was not really about the expiring policy at all. It was about what he would need going forward.

These check-ins matter. If you have not reviewed your coverage in a while, now is a good time.

✨ Happy National Just Because Day! ✨Today is a reminder to make time for the moments that bring joy—whether it’s a kind ...
08/27/2026

✨ Happy National Just Because Day! ✨
Today is a reminder to make time for the moments that bring joy—whether it’s a kind gesture, a thoughtful call, or simply doing something you enjoy. Financial planning is about more than numbers; it’s about creating a life you value. Take a moment today to do something meaningful… just because.

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