At Greenspring our clients come first.

Established in 2004, Greenspring is an independent, fee-only firm, specializing in holistic and progressive investment advisory services to retirement plan fiduciaries, foundations, and endowments; and comprehensive wealth management services and financial planning to private investors.

Our team understands that in today’s world the demands on your time and energy have never been more pressing; therefore having a financial advocate to focus on your needs with the attentiveness it deserves is vital. Not only do we deliver personalized financial expertise, but we are committed to making certain we understand your goals. That is why our services are customized according to your needs and aspirations.

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Our mission is to align your goals with your passions; so living a richer life is not only possible, but achieved. Learn how Greenspring operates by checking out our firm video.

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Greenspring Advisors Listed as Finalist in ALM ThinkAdvisor’s Corporate Social Responsibility Award

Greenspring Advisors was listed as a finalist for the ThinkAdvisor Firm Award: Corporate Social Responsibility for RIAs Less Than $10 Billion AUM/AUA on December 11, 2024, based on the time period of the year prior. Greenspring Advisors did not pay to participate. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment outcomes and do not ensure a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance results. Greenspring Advisors has a reasonable basis for believing that any questionnaire or survey used in the preparation of this third-party rating is structured to make it equally easy for a participant to provide favorable and unfavorable responses and is not designed or prepared to produce any predetermined result.

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Greenspring Advisors Announces New Partners for 2025

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Greenspring Advisors Named One of Financial Planning’s 2024 Best RIAs to Work For

The Financial Planning 2024 Best RIAs to Work For ranking was provided by Financial Planning on December 3, 2024, based on the time period of the year prior and both employer and employee surveys. Greenspring Advisors did not pay to participate. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment outcomes and do not ensure a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance results. Greenspring Advisors has a reasonable basis for believing that any questionnaire or survey used in the preparation of this third-party rating is structured to make it equally easy for a participant to provide favorable and unfavorable responses and is not designed or prepared to produce any predetermined result.

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2024 Annual Letter from Greenspring Advisors

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Greenspring Advisors Ranked 4th in FinancialPlanning’s 2024 Best Workplaces in Money Management

The Financial Planning 2024 Best Workplaces in Money Management ranking was provided by Financial Planning on November 25, 2024, based on the time period of the year prior and both employer and employee surveys. Greenspring Advisors did not pay to participate. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment outcomes and do not ensure a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance results. Greenspring Advisors has a reasonable basis for believing that any questionnaire or survey used in the preparation of this third-party rating is structured to make it equally easy for a participant to provide favorable and unfavorable responses and is not designed or prepared to produce any predetermined result.

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Three of Greenspring Advisors Team named NAPA 2025 Aces: Top 100 Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40

The NAPA 2025 Aces: Top 100 Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40 was awarded by the National Association of Plan Advisors on November 18, 2024, based on the time period of the year prior. This was awarded to Matt Cellini, Reiley Crosby, and Christian Stanley. Greenspring Advisors and our advisors did not pay to be considered for this award; however, Greenspring Advisors does have a paid membership with the National Association of Plan Advisors. Third party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment outcomes and do not ensure a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance results. Greenspring Advisors has a reasonable basis for believing that any questionnaire or survey used in the preparation of this third-party rating is structured to make it equally easy for a participant to provide favorable and unfavorable responses and is not designed or prepared to produce any predetermined result. The 2024 Aces: Top 100 Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40 was awarded by the National Association of Plan Advisors on November 14th, 2023, based on the time period of the year prior. This award is based on applications received from nominees designated by NAPA Broker-Dealer/RIA Firm Partner. It was awarded to Matt Cellini, Reiley Crosby, and Christian Stanley. Greenspring Advisors and our advisors did not pay to be considered for this award; however, Greenspring Advisors does have a paid membership with the National Association of Plan Advisors. Third party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment outcomes and do not ensure a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance results.

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Greenspring Advisors Listed in ETF.com’s 2024 Top 50 RIA Firms

The Top 50 RIA Firms list was created by ETF.com on November 18, 2024 based on the time period of the year prior. Greenspring Advisors did not pay to participate. Third party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment outcomes and do not ensure a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance results. Greenspring Advisors has a reasonable basis for believing that any questionnaire or survey used in the preparation of this third-party rating is structured to make it equally easy for a participant to provide favorable and unfavorable responses and is not designed or prepared to produce any predetermined result.

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We are your fiduciary. Always.

We were founded on the principle that clients are best served by working with an independent firm that serves in the trusted position of “fiduciary”; meaning our obligation is to work exclusively in your best interests. We commit ourselves in writing to the highest standard under the law in ALL matters, 100% of the time. To that end, we serve in an acknowledged fiduciary capacity to all clients, both individual and institutional.

We are fee only.

Greenspring was formed to provide independent advice to both institutional and private wealth clients. We NEVER make commissions or take compensation from third parties. We maintain no affiliation to any other firm or product provider and have never received any form of indirect compensation since the firm’s inception. 100% of our revenue is derived from our investment advisory and consulting services. We have developed an advisor selection tool that helps you determine which fee-only advisor is right for you. Download the Advisor Selection Tool »

We are an Independent.

An independent firm means no one owns us and we are not under contract to any party to sell products. Legally, we only work directly for our clients and no one else. We represent you, and you alone.

Our Core Purpose

To Help Every Person Live Their Ideal Life

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Greenspring Advisors Retirement Planning Insights

Self-Employed Retirement Plans- Which Retirement Plan is Right for You?

Being self-employed, like many aspects of life, has both advantages and disadvantages. One major advantage is access to tax-advantaged retirement accounts with high contribution limits, flexible investment options, and relatively easy administration. Read about simple options that allow you to take the next step toward saving for your retirement.
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Greenspring Advisors Fiduciary Governance Insights

How an Effective 401(k) Committee Impacts Your Employees’ Ability to Save

Learn how a 401(k) Committee ensures plan compliance, motivates savings, and keeps employees informed. Enhance your retirement strategy with tips for an effective committee in DC Metro Area.
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What is a tax law sunset? More importantly, should I do anything?

Is the tax law sunset a thing of beauty, or does it signify the end of a good thing? In short, the sunset means tax rates are set to change in 2026.
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We are Better Working Together

GSA Giving

One thing Greenspring's most passionate about is the opportunity to give back. We aim to enrich our local communities by continually asking, “How can we help?”

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Careers at GSA

If “enriching people’s lives” figures prominently in your definition of success, we invite you to consider furthering your career with us. We’re a growing company with a passion for helping others reach their dreams, and we are looking for talented people who share this passion.

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Internship Program

Our 12-week rotational program allows the opportunity for rising seniors to learn about the financial services industry first-hand through training exercises and assisting our team with real-life scenarios.

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