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Glen D. Smith CFP® CRPC®
Glen Smith is the founder, CEO, and CIO of GDS Wealth Management, bringing more than 20 years of experience in wealth management and financial planning. A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) professional and NFLPA-approved Registered Player Financial Advisor, Glen is recognized nationally for his market insights and has been named to Forbes’ Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list since 2019.
Trusts: Vehicles to Carry Out Your Legacy
Legacy Planning | Financial Planning
Trusts: Vehicles to Carry Out Your Legacy
January 27th, 2026|3 min read
Preserving Your Legacy While Protecting Your Privacy
Legacy Planning | Financial Planning
Preserving Your Legacy While Protecting Your Privacy
January 22nd, 2026|3 min read
Cutting the Quiet Leaks: A More Intentional Path to Retirement Flexibility
Tax Strategies | Legacy Planning | Financial Planning
Cutting the Quiet Leaks: A More Intentional Path to Retirement Flexibility
January 20th, 2026|4 min read
Tailor Your Taxes for Retirement
Tax Strategies | Legacy Planning | Financial Planning
Tailor Your Taxes for Retirement
January 13th, 2026|3 min read
When Financial Success Deserves More Than Guesswork
Investing | Legacy Planning | Financial Planning
When Financial Success Deserves More Than Guesswork
December 29th, 2025|3 min read
How Investments Are Taxed
Investor | Investing | Tax Strategies | Financial Planning
How Investments Are Taxed
December 15th, 2025|3 min read
November 2025 Market Review
November 2025 Market Review
December 4th, 2025|5 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Work with a Financial Advisor?
Investing | Estate Planning | Legacy Planning | Financial Planning
How Much Does It Cost to Work with a Financial Advisor?
December 1st, 2025|3 min read
From DFW Roots to Nationwide Reach: The GDS Wealth Management Difference
Investing | Estate Planning | Legacy Planning | Financial Planning
From DFW Roots to Nationwide Reach: The GDS Wealth Management Difference
November 25th, 2025|1 min read
Have Questions About Working with a Financial Adviser?
Investing | Legacy Planning | Financial Planning
Have Questions About Working with a Financial Adviser?
November 18th, 2025|2 min read
Social Security Benefits to Increase by 2.8% in 2026
Social Security Benefits to Increase by 2.8% in 2026
November 11th, 2025|1 min read
Discover The GDS Experience: Financial Planning Designed Around You
Investing | Financial Planning
Discover The GDS Experience: Financial Planning Designed Around You
November 5th, 2025|1 min read
October 2025 Market Review
October 2025 Market Review
November 4th, 2025|5 min read
Check This List Twice Before Year-End
Investing | Tax Strategies | Financial Planning
Check This List Twice Before Year-End
October 31st, 2025|4 min read
6 Prominent Wealth Management Firms in the U.S. | 2025
Investing | Financial Planning
6 Prominent Wealth Management Firms in the U.S. | 2025
October 28th, 2025|6 min read
Small, Boutique Wealth Management Firms vs. Large Corporations
Small, Boutique Wealth Management Firms vs. Large Corporations
October 24th, 2025|4 min read
How Rebalancing Helps Keep Your Portfolio on Track
How Rebalancing Helps Keep Your Portfolio on Track
October 14th, 2025|2 min read
September 2025 Market Review
September 2025 Market Review
October 3rd, 2025|5 min read
Why You Need to Do a Background Check on Any Financial Advisor
Why You Need to Do a Background Check on Any Financial Advisor
September 26th, 2025|3 min read
August 2025 Market Review
August 2025 Market Review
September 24th, 2025|5 min read