Waverly Advisors
Financial Planner
CFPยฎ

Carson Eddy

Carson Eddy has been with the firm since October of 2022.ย  He serves as Financial Planner with Waverly Advisors. Shouldering a variety of responsibilities, Carson is responsible for the creation and delivery of comprehensive financial plans for high-net-worth individuals and families, as well as following through with clients on the implementation of the plans. Carson holds a Mastersโ€™ degree in Family Financial Planning and Counseling at the University of Alabama and has successfully completed the Certified Financial Planner exam.

Areas of Expertise

The framework is organized intoย six primary pillars, each with detailed sub-specialties that advisors can select as self-identified areas of expertise.ย 

Investment strategy & portfolio management

Comprehensive investment oversight across public and private markets.

Wealth Planning & Strategy

Holistic financial planning and multi-generational wealth stewardship.

Private Markets & Alternative Investments

Access to private equity, private credit, real estate, and real assets.

Family Enterprise & Business Advisory

Business transition, succession planning, and family governance.

Tax, Estate & Legacy Planning

Tax optimization, estate structuring, and multigenerational legacy design.

Specialized Clients Needs

Customized solutions for unique life events and complex situations

Serving with Purpose

A Culture of Connection

Waverly takes its name from a meadow of quaking aspen trees, an ecosystem where individual trees are connected by a shared root system. Since 1999, that idea has inspired our firm: strong relationships, shared values, and the belief that we are better together.

Comprehensive Wealth Management, Connected by Design

Like an aspen grove, every part of a clientโ€™s financial life is interconnected. As an independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), we bring together investment management, financial planning, tax strategy, trust and estate planning, and family office services to create coordinated solutions that simplify complexity and support long-term success.

A Culture Rooted in Service

Our culture of stewardship is guided by Integrity, Family, Grace, Team, Drive, Empathy, and Community. These values shape every client relationship, every decision, and every interaction. They are the foundation that keeps our people connected and ensures a consistent, high-touch experience across the firm.

The Difference Is Our People

While many firms offer financial advice, our greatest differentiator is our people. Waverlyโ€™s advisors, planners, investment professionals, tax specialists, and support teams work together to deliver thoughtful guidance and personalized solutions. It is this collaborative approach, and our commitment to serving clients with excellence and care, that transforms financial advice into lasting relationships.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Finance
    Samford University, Birmingham, AL
  • Master of Science Degree in Family Financial Planning and Counseling
    University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL

Professional Affiliations

  • Financial Planning Association of North Alabama, NextGen Director
  • Estate Planning Council of Birmingham, Member
  • Samford Young Alumni Board, Member

Community Involvement

  • Vestavia Hills Middle School League, Coach
  • Samford University, Baseball Camp Counselor
  • Grace Klein Community, Feed BHM Volunteer
  • Asbury United Methodist Church
  • Member of The Pheonix Club of Birminghamย 

Ask Me About

  • Retirement planning
  • The power of staying invested during volatile times
  • The role of diversification in investing
  • Waverly’s complimentary assessment of corporate retirement plans
  • My favorite golf course in Birmingham