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With more than 15 years of experience in the wealth management industry, Carla founded Ametrine Wealth with the vision of helping people–particularly women–take control of their financial futures. She prides herself on creating a compassionate, trusting environment for clients and removing the barriers that keep people from setting and achieving their financial goals. Carla’s clients value her financial planning insight, ability to break down complex topics, attention to detail, and approachable demeanor. Originally from Massachusetts, Carla initially envisioned a career in science. She graduated magna cm laude from Washington and Lee University and received a Masters in chemistry from Northwestern University. However, long hours in the lab made her realize her preference for engaging with people over compounds, and she decided to put her analytical skills to use in the financial sector. Carla holds an MBA in Finance and General Management from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and is a Certified Financial Planner PractitionerTM. Carla lives in Lake Orion with her husband, Jarod, and her two greatest accomplishments, daughters Brinley and Chloe.

🎧 Latest podcast episode, in case you missed it!We’re talking about saving for your children’s future beyond 529 plans.D...
10/16/2026

🎧 Latest podcast episode, in case you missed it!

We’re talking about saving for your children’s future beyond 529 plans.

Don’t get me wrong — I’m a big fan of 529s! But depending on your family’s financial picture, a bifurcated approach (using multiple savings vehicles) may make more sense.

From college savings to flexibility for other future expenses, there’s more than one way to plan for your kids’ financial future.

🎙️ Tune in to the latest episode of The HENRY to Wealthy Podcast to learn more!

Equity compensation is confusing — but there’s one type where doing nothing can genuinely cost you six figures. Swipe to...
10/15/2026

Equity compensation is confusing — but there’s one type where doing nothing can genuinely cost you six figures. Swipe to learn the difference between RSUs and stock options.

10/12/2026

Women frivolous spenders? A LendingTree study of 2,000 Americans says otherwise. 👀

Your 401(k) has a $24,500 limit. Your deferred comp plan? No limit. But before you defer your entire bonus, there are so...
10/08/2026

Your 401(k) has a $24,500 limit. Your deferred comp plan? No limit. But before you defer your entire bonus, there are some serious risks you need to understand first. Swipe to learn what deferred compensation is, who has access to it, and the pros and cons of enrolling.

This post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult a qualified financial professional before making decisions about your deferred compensation plan.

Your 401(k) has a $23,500 limit. Your deferred comp plan? No limit. But before you defer your entire bonus, there are so...
10/08/2026

Your 401(k) has a $23,500 limit. Your deferred comp plan? No limit. But before you defer your entire bonus, there are some serious risks you need to understand first. Swipe to learn what deferred compensation is, who has access to it, and the pros and cons of enrolling.

This post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult a qualified financial professional before making decisions about your deferred compensation plan

10/08/2026

Financial institutions make mistakes. More often than you'd think.

Here are a few from my own life:

1⃣ Years ago, I rolled an old 401(k) into IRAs. Most of it was Roth money; a smaller piece (my employer match) was pre-tax. The institution swapped the amounts on the checks. If I’d deposited them as written, a big chunk of money I’d already paid tax on would have landed in a traditional IRA, where it would be taxed again at withdrawal, along with decades of growth that should have come out tax-free.

2⃣ When my husband started a new job, HSA contributions came out of every paycheck… and went nowhere. It took multiple follow-ups with HR to get our money properly deposited into our account.

3⃣ Same employer: we enrolled him in the 401(k) and picked a contribution rate. Nothing was ever invested. No money lost, but several pay periods of contributions and employer match missed.

4⃣ Right now: I moved a substantial amount from our brokerage account to our donor-advised fund last Friday. It left one account. It hasn't arrived in the other. I'm on it daily, and I'm confident it'll be fixed, because I'm not letting it go.

None of these would have fixed themselves.

And I've caught many more like them for clients.

You're busy building a career and enjoying your life, as you should be. That's exactly why it helps to have someone in your corner who's watching the details, so small errors don't quietly turn into big losses.

Have you ever caught a mistake like this? I'd love to hear it below. 👇

10/08/2026

Your 4-year-old might go to a $30K state school.
Or a $100K private university.
Or trade school. Or start a business at 19.

You don't know yet. Neither do I with my own two daughters.

That's why a 529 is a great tool, but it shouldn't be the only one.

On the latest episode of HENRY to Wealthy, I walk through the other ways to save for your kids:

→ Custodial bank accounts (every kid should have one)
→ Custodial Roth IRAs, and why "paying your kid for chores" doesn't count as earned income
→ UTMAs, and the narrow way I still use them
→ Irrevocable trusts, and when they actually make sense
→ A taxable account in your own name, earmarked for your kids (my top pick for most families)
→ Gift tax basics, without the unnecessary filings

I also share how our family is approaching it.

One reminder before you hit play: saving for your kids is never a requirement. Your own financial security comes first.

🎧 Episode: Beyond the 529: Custodial Roths, UTMAs & Other Ways to Save for Your Kids' Future

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-529-custodial-roths-utmas-other-ways-to/id1866659086?i=1000791536967

10/05/2026

Decided it’s time to find a financial advisor? Here’s what actually matters when choosing one.

Are they a fiduciary? This means they’re legally required to act in your best interest — not just recommend something “suitable.” Real, meaningful difference.

How do they get paid? Fee-only means they’re compensated only by you — no commissions, no kickbacks. That’s different from fee-based, which can mix fees with commissions from products like loaded mutual funds or insurance. Ask directly: “How do you make money?” A good advisor answers clearly, no hesitation.

What are you actually paying for? Some advisors only manage investments. Others only do planning. Some do both — make sure you know which one you’re getting, and which one you actually need.

Then match the fee to the value: a fair price for real services, not an unclear price for a vague promise.

Choosing the right advisor doesn’t have to be complicated — you just need to know what to ask.

Disclaimer: This is my personal perspective and reflects my opinions and experience. It is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered personalized financial advice.

The data might surprise you. 👀 A 2022 LendingTree survey of nearly 2,000 Americans found that men are actually more like...
09/30/2026

The data might surprise you. 👀 A 2022 LendingTree survey of nearly 2,000 Americans found that men are actually more likely than women to go into debt from nonessential spending — and more likely to splurge on luxury items. Swipe to see what the research really says about who’s spending more frivolously.

This post is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The statistics referenced are from a third-party survey and are not affiliated with or endorsed by Ametrine Wealth Management. Past survey results are not indicative of future findings. Please consult a qualified financial professional for advice specific to your situation.

09/28/2026

There’s usually no big, obvious moment that tells you it’s time to hire a financial advisor. Unless you inherit money or sell a business, it just... creeps up on you.
A few signs worth paying attention to:

→ You’re earning more than ever, your 401(k) is maxed out, and cash is just piling up with no real plan

→ You started getting RSUs or stock options and have no idea what to actually do with them

→ You think you’re doing everything right, but you want a sanity check — and you want to know what you don’t know you’re missing

None of these are emergencies. That’s exactly the problem — nothing forces the decision, so it gets pushed to “someday.” And “someday” is usually when the missed opportunity already happened months ago.

Starting to work with an advisor can feel like a big step. In reality, it usually makes your life simpler, not more complicated.

Sound familiar? Let’s talk.

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