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Carolinas Wealth Management

A private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

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Carolinas Wealth Management is a financial advisory practice serving individuals and families across the Carolinas who are seeking greater clarity and coordination in their financial lives. The practice provides financial guidance that integrates investment management, financial planning, and tax-aware strategies into one cohesive approach.

Unlike firms that focus narrowly on returns or isolated recommendations, Carolinas Wealth Management emphasizes proactive financial stewardship. Their advisors work primarily with households in the $2MM–$10MM range, working with families who have built wealth through discipline and are now transitioning toward more intentional decisions around spending, legacy, and long-term impact.

What sets the team apart is its commitment to anticipating decisions before they arise and coordinating each aspect of a client’s financial life. With in-house investment management and a focus on tax efficiency, each strategy is designed to align with broader goals rather than operate independently.

Through a relationship-driven approach, Carolinas Wealth Management helps clients move forward with greater organization and more confidence in the decisions that shape their future.

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Clients share the value of their partnership with Carolinas Wealth Management
"When I retired 5 years ago, I went on a search to find the right financial advisor for me. I wanted someone who would get to know me personally, someone I could call with a question, someone I could trust to make the right investments for me. After meeting with two other investment firms, I visited Sam and immediately knew he was my guy. Sam has given me peace of mind and allowed me to enjoy retirement without any financial stress. I am privileged to say that Sam is not only my advisor, but he is my friend and a fellow Christian."

— Virginia P.
This testimonial was provided by a client of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, and is unpaid. The experience highlighted may not be representative of the experience of other clients and is not a guarantee of future performance or success. As a client of Ameriprise Financial you may work with different financial advisors over time.

Client testimonial provided to Sam Head, Private Wealth Advisor. Carolinas Wealth Management is a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC.
Ameriprise Financial provides financial services without regard to religious affiliation or cultural background.
Ameriprise Financial is not affiliated with any religion or faith-based financial advisor organization.

A More Coordinated Approach to Wealth Management

As financial advisors serving South Carolina communities such as Keowee, Seneca, Myrtle Beach, Charleston, and surrounding areas, Carolinas Wealth Management provides guidance tailored to each client’s goals. Portfolios are managed in-house by the firm’s Chief Investment Officer, enabling customized strategies, active tax management, and alignment with specific objectives. Planning, investments, and tax strategy are coordinated as one process, so decisions are fully understood before implementation. From estate and retirement planning to charitable giving and wealth transfer, the firm delivers proactive support designed to reduce surprises and bring greater clarity.

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Karyn Cavanaugh, CFA®, Financial Advisor
Karyn Cavanaugh, CFA®, is a Financial Advisor and the Chief Investment Officer at Carolinas Wealth Management.
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