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Awards
The Footer Financial Group is proud to be recognized by numerous institutions and publications including Forbes, Barron's, Money Magazine and more.

Binnie S. Footer, AWMA® Named to Forbes Best-In-State Women Wealth Advisors List
We are proud to share that Binnie has been recognized as a Forbes 2024 Best-in-State Woman Wealth Advisor.

Forbes Best-In-State Team 2024
We are proud to announce that The Footer Financial Group has been recognized as a 2024 Best-in-State Wealth Management Team by Forbes.

Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisor Award 2023
Binnie Footer has been named to Forbes' list of Top Women Wealth Advisors in 2023.
Our Team
The Footer Financial Group is a full-service wealth management team focused on providing services and solutions tailored to fit your unique needs, preferences, and goals. We are proud to be part of Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, a New York Stock Exchange firm headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Our goal is to become your close partner in securing your financial health and well-being now and into the future. Our many clients tell us we are very good at what we do. They have given us not only their hard-earned assets to manage, but also, just as importantly, their trust. It is a responsibility we take very seriously. Trust is about follow-through on commitments and performance. It is earned. We will work diligently to earn your trust. When you join us as a client, you can expect:Access to timely investor and industry educationSound advice delivered with the utmost respect and integrityA comprehensive approach to investing, providing you with financial planning, portfolio and wealth management services and access to new investment solutions.The solutions and services available through large firms, but with uniquely personalized service and accessibility to the knowledge and resources of our diverse investment professionals in areas such as retirement planning, college planning, corporate stock options, estate planning, and trust services, to name but a fewA promise to understand you as an individual and as an investor—your needs, objectives, wants and dreams; and a plan, as we move forward together, to bring about the future you expect and deserveHonors & AwardsBinnie has been recognized as a Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisor from 2020-2022.Binnie has also been recognized as a Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor from 2020-2022.Binnie has been invited to attend the Barron's Top Women's Advisors Summit each year since 2010, where she represents Janney Montgomery Scott as one of the top female wealth management advisors in the country.Binnie was one of five advisors from Janney’s Mid-Atlantic Region invited to attend Barron’s Regional Summit in Philadelphia. This invitation-only event, held November 2016, brought together the top 100 financial advisors from the entire Philadelphia metropolitan area.Janney appointed Binnie in January 2018 to the prestigious level of Executive Vice President / Wealth Management. In 2007 and 2008, Binnie was elected to and served on Janney's Board of Managers. She was the first female advisor to serve in this capacity. The National Association of Board Certified Advisory Practices (NABCAP), a non-profit National Association whose aim is to hold the investment advising community to a higher standard, selected The Footer Financial Group from a field of over 4,000 advisors in the metropolitan Philadelphia area as one of the Top 50 NABCAP Premier Advisors. This was published in the Philadelphia Business Journal's September 30, 2011 issue. Binnie was awarded the Retirement Income Planning Certification from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania in March 2012.Elliott served as a member of the Wharton School of Business faculty from 1996-2004 at the University of Pennsylvania. He lectured on non-profit entities law and policy at the graduate level and core tax courses for individuals, corporations and partnerships.Elliott was awarded Lifetime Membership by the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants in May, 2011 for his contribution and service to the CPA Profession.Elliott was awarded Lifetime Membership by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants in May, 2014 for his commitment to the CPA Society. Money Magazine named Elliott as one of the Top CPA Tax Practitioners in the country.
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Binnie S. Footer, AWMA®
Executive Vice President/Wealth Management, Financial Advisor

Elliott P. Footer
First Vice President/Wealth Management, Financial Advisor

Evan J. Footer, CFP®, CLTC®
Vice President/Wealth Management, Financial Advisor

Raymond T. Wiley
Financial Advisor

Mary Ellen McCullagh
Registered Private Client Associate, Business Productivity Specialist
What We Do
No matter where you are in life – we’re here for you through every step of your financial journey.

Women's Resource Center
Women often face unique challenges and circumstances throughout their lives. That's why we've launched a new education center that looks at different financial topics from a woman's perspective. Money management; navigating the business world; the financial implications of marriage and raising a family; as well as retirement, estate, and investment planning- these are just some of the topics we'll explore.

Business Retirement Plans
We are committed to working with your organization to deliver innovative, results-oriented strategies. Our step-by-step process has been developed to help you reach your goal of offering a well-designed plan with high-level service that helps your valued employees achieve financial security.

College Saving and Funding Plans
As the price of education continues to rise, affording the cost of higher education may require a customized plan to meet your funding needs, while balancing other expenses and goals.
Events
Check out information on upcoming and past events we’re pleased to offer you, virtually and/or in person, on a variety of topics.

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Recent Event: Holistic Financial Strategies for Business Owners: Build, Grow, and Transition
Did you know an estimated 65 to 80% of a business owner’s net worth is tied to their business?*

Recent Event: Maximize the Value of Your Business with Insights from an Investment Banker
If you own a business, selling your company could be the most important financial transaction you’ll undertake.
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
April 01, 2025

Three Strategies to Navigate Market Volatility
The middle of a period of market fluctuation is rarely the best time to adopt new investing strategies. But here are some actions you should consider.
March 20, 2025

Cybersecurity and AI Best Practices
Join us as Retired FBI Special Agent Jeff Lanza explores the critical topic of cybercrime and AI’s ever-evolving impact. Learn what steps you can take if cybercriminals target you and get essential tips for improving cybersecurity in your daily life. Don’t wait until it’s too late—register today for this important webinar!
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.

Protecting Your Business: The Importance of Insurance
The day-to-day demands of running a business can be all-consuming. This article takes a look at a few important considerations for the protection of you and your business.

Should I Convert From a Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA in a Volatile Market?
Soaring inflation and global conflict have led to ongoing stock market volatility. Retirement savers may be wondering, “Is now a good time to convert to a Roth IRA?”

How to Reduce Taxes on Employer Stock in a 401(k) Plan
If you participate in a 401(k), or other qualified retirement plan that lets you invest in your employer’s stock, consider the tax deferral opportunities of net unrealized appreciation.
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