Thomas Juster

With over 18 years of experience in financial planning, estate management, and investment advisory services, I founded Vineyard Wealth Group to help families, individuals, and non-profits navigate their financial journeys with confidence. My approach combines personalized planning, trusted advice, and innovative strategies tailored to each client’s unique goals and values, with a particular emphasis on Social Security analysis and decision-making as a cornerstone of financial success. Prior to starting Vineyard Wealth Group, I spent nearly 14 years at Charles Schwab, managing a $15 billion complex with over 30 employees, and served as a Senior Financial Advisor at Martha's Vineyard Investment Advisors. These experiences honed my ability to deliver comprehensive and collaborative wealth management solutions. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, I bring advanced expertise in asset management, estate planning, tax strategies, and Social Security planning, along with credentials as an Accredited Asset Management Specialist® and Chartered Mutual Fund Counselor®. My Six Sigma Black Belt certification further reflects my commitment to efficiency and excellence in service delivery. Beyond the numbers, I’m deeply invested in my community. I serve on the board of the Martha’s Vineyard YMCA, actively support local initiatives, and completed the 2023 Boston Marathon, raising over $8,000 for the Doug Flutie Jr. Autism Foundation. Let’s connect and explore how I can help you achieve financial clarity, optimize your Social Security decisions, and enjoy lasting peace of mind.

Mary Sanchez is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works closely with her family members, including her mother, father, and uncle, focusing on serving divorced individuals, business owners, and highly compensated executives. The team operates out of South Florida, including Miami and Marco Island, as well as Wellesley, Massachusetts. The McKee Group, with over 70 years of combined experience, specializes in wealth management services that encompass retirement income planning, college education planning, wealth preservation, tax minimization strategies, risk management, and liability management. Mary and her team employ sophisticated modeling tools to develop financial strategies tailored to the creation, preservation, and transfer of wealth, emphasizing enduring client relationships and comprehensive personal assistance. Mary holds a Bachelor's Degree from Connecticut College and maintains the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She is an active member of the Junior League of Miami and serves as Co-Chair of the Women Who Make A Difference fundraiser for the organization. Outside of her professional commitments, Mary enjoys biking, boating, golfing, racquetball, scuba diving, skiing, swimming, tennis, yoga, and spending time with her family.

James Simpkins is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With 20 years of experience on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange and a decade at Merrill, he utilizes his extensive industry background to help clients navigate financial markets and pursue their long-term goals. His areas of expertise include legacy planning, liquidity management, retirement income, portfolio management, and values-based investing, among others. James works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies based on their individual objectives, risk tolerance, and liquidity needs. James holds a Bachelor's Degree from Colgate University and maintains professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Beyond his professional work, he is involved with the Marthas Vineyard Boys and Girls Club and enjoys golfing, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Robert Rice is a Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill, serving the Cape Cod and Islands office. He joined Merrill in 2004 and brings over 35 years of experience in sales, marketing, and business management. Robert holds a Bachelor's degree from Springfield College and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Robert's professional focus includes employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. He leads Rice and Associates with support from his business partner of more than 18 years, Debbie Gwizd, along with team member Alec Mcleod. Their team emphasizes developing personalized financial strategies tailored to individual client goals, providing clear and understandable advice, and leveraging over 50 years of combined industry experience with the resources of a global financial services firm. In addition to his work, Robert participates in community initiatives, including Habitat for Humanity, and has served as a member of the Board of Directors for Cape Cod Child Development. He lives in West Falmouth on Cape Cod with his wife, Kate.

Robert Areano is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Robert earned an Associate's Degree from Massachusetts Bay College. His expertise focuses on wealth management and investment advisory services within the financial sector.