Waverly Advisors
Wealth Advisor
CFPยฎ, CPA

Marla R. Chambers

Marla works with clients to create custom financial plans that fit their goals and objectives. She enjoys finding ways for clients to keep more money in their pockets through strategic tax planning, retirement planning, investment advisory, estate and succession planning, and all-around good financial decision-making.

She started processing income tax returns in a public accounting firm in her senior year of high school and has spent her entire career in tax, accounting and financial planning. She joined Waverly Advisors through the acquisition of Buckingham Advisors, where she had worked since September 2015.

Specialization

Areas of Expertise

Holistic Wealth Planning

Integrated financial planning across investments, taxes, estate, and risk.

Retirement Planning & Income Strategies

Retirement income optimization, withdrawal strategies, and Social Security planning.

Cash Flow & Liquidity Management

Managing cash needs, budgeting, and liquidity across complex financial structures.

Philanthropic Planning & Donor-Advised Funds

Charitable giving strategies, foundation management, and donor-advised fund optimization.

Multi-Generational Wealth Planning

Family wealth continuity, values-based planning, and legacy design.

Comprehensive Financial Planning

Coordinated planning that connects investments, taxes, estate strategy, retirement, insurance, and cash flow into one integrated financial roadmap.

Liquidity Events & Wealth Transition

Managing proceeds from business sales, IPOs, or liquidity events.

Advanced Estate Planning

Complex estate structures including trusts, GRATs, and dynasty planning.

Estate Tax & Gift Planning

Federal and state estate tax mitigation and annual exclusion gifting.

Charitable Estate Planning

Charitable remainder trusts, charitable lead trusts, and foundation planning.

Medical & Dental Professionals

Practice transition, student loan strategies, and professional liability planning.

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 Business Administration, Mount Vernon Nazarene College, Mount Vernon, Ohio
  • Associate of Applied Business in Accounting Technology, Marion Technical College, Marion, Ohio
  • Certificate of Health Care Management, Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Dayton, Ohio

Community Involvement

  • Member of Patterson Park Church in Beavercreek, Ohio

Ask Me About

  • Whether a Roth Conversion is right for you What a Charitable Remainder Trust is and how it can be used to save taxes while providing an income stream to you and/or loved ones. Estate planning options to maximize generational wealth transfer while minimizing potential estate tax liability. Developing a written plan for retirement readiness to replace your work identity, fill your time, stay relevant and connected, and keep mentally and physically active. Asset allocation for tax efficiency and planning opportunities.