Main areas of focus:

* Women Executives (and their families)

• Divorce
  
  
  
  Women Executives
  
  As Women, we tend to place the needs of others ahead of our own.  Evelyn has found that Women Executives feel the same way but have the added challenge of having no the time to work on creating the life they envision for themselves.  Work responsibilities, family responsibilities, contributing to the community, and other obligations keep women business leaders from addressing the things that are truly important to them, such as making sure they are on track for their goals for the future.  Business savvy women don’t have the time to learn about which options are best for them and their family.  They’ve said they are looking for an advisor who will take the time to understand them.  They want to be educated in an easy-to-understand way about their savings and investment options.  Mostly, they want to be treated as a partner in the process.  Evelyn understands this all too well.  She can take all the hard parts of planning and investing off your plate while you do the parts of your life you do best.
  
  (Although women executives are my focus, if you are a man and you are looking for these qualities in an advisor, you are welcome to join the many men and families I am working with.)
  
  Divorce
  
  A Divorce can be daunting.  There is a myriad of decisions to be made surrounding asset splits, retirement savings withdrawals, and estate & tax planning strategies that should not be made without a Financial Professional.  Mistakes now could have long term financial consequences.  Evelyn can help show how the proposed division of assets, child support, and maintenance can impact the rest of your life.  Having a clear picture of the short term and long term impact on a new life can help in negotiating a fair settlement.  Evelyn works as a member of your team of professionals, including your lawyer, mediator, accountant, and estate planner to help you navigate through the excruciating emotions and confusion around child support, division of assets, and the mountain of legal paperwork you are faced with, giving you the confidence that you can have a happy new life ahead. Evelyn is passionate about helping to provide relief to those facing divorce.  It is advised to start early in the process of your divorce. Don’t wait until it’s too late to negotiate the settlement that is right for your future.  Although anytime is the right time, Evelyn can help you plan the next phase of your new life, giving you the power to create it on your own terms.
  
  Education & Certifications
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Finance - Concentration in Investments, Eastern Michigan University, Registration & Licenses; and Designations:
  
  * FINRA Series 7 registration, General Securities Representative;
• FINRA Series 66 registration, Uniform Combined State Law;
• Life and Health Insurance Licenses;
• Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, CDFA® certification *
• Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™, CRPC™ designation**
  
  
  
  Personal Stuff
  
  I began my career in the Financial Industry in 1979 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in January 2012. Divorced mother of two grown children, three grown stepchildren, and my Granddog, a MicroMini Goldendoodle named Olive.I follow the deep-seated Merrill tradition of participating in the communities we serve. This drives my interest in spending time volunteering with organizations in our community. Call MeReach out and schedule a complimentary 15 minute appointment: Evelyn Gasher at 224-239-3493 or Evelyn.Gasher@ml.com
  
  ****Client Associate on my team, Ismael Perdomo at 312-269-5054
  
  *Merrill, its affiliates, and financial advisors do not provide legal, tax, or accounting advice. You should consult your legal and/or tax advisors before making any financial decisions.