# Russ Thornton

> Russ Thornton is a fee-only financial advisor at Wealthcare for Women in Atlanta, Georgia. Russ charges a percentage of assets and a flat fee or retainer and focuses on retirement planning, family wealth transfer and pension planning.

Page: https://find.wellspent.co/advisors/russ-thornton/
Built from public directory listings; last checked April 25, 2026.

## Facts

- **Firm:** Wealthcare for Women
- **Based in:** Atlanta, Georgia
- **Fee model:** Percentage of assets; Flat fee or retainer
- **Assets under management (firm):** $100M - $500M
- **Specialties:** Retirement planning, Family wealth transfer, Pension planning
- **Works with:** High earners, Ultra high net worth, Executives, Pre-retirees, Retirees, Multi-generational families
- **Firm size:** 54 employees
- **Website:** https://www.wealthcareforwomen.com/

## About

I'm a fee-only, fiduciary financial advisor focused on retirement planning for women.

My 30+ years of experience delivering personal financial advice combined with my financial life planning approach to retirement helps women achieve comfort and confidence for the future while making the most of their lives today.

You can reach me directly at 404.254.6993 if that's a conversation you'd like to have. You can also visit my website to learn more about me and my work: http://www.wealthcareforwomen.com

I love my work as a retirement advisor and can't imagine doing anything else. However, I am also proud to serve as a trustee for the non-profit Georgia Eye Bank.

Family is important to me and I enjoy spending time with my wife Elizabeth and our rescue pup, Winnie.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Russ Thornton a fee-only financial advisor?

Yes. Russ Thornton is listed in the public advisor directory (listed as fee-only).

### How does Russ charge for financial advice?

Russ charges a percentage of assets and a flat fee or retainer.

### Where is Russ Thornton based?

Russ Thornton is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

### What does Russ specialize in?

Russ's specialties include retirement planning, family wealth transfer and pension planning. Russ works with high earners, ultra high net worth, executives, pre-retirees and retirees.

### How much does Wealthcare for Women manage?

Wealthcare for Women reports $100M - $500M in assets under management.

### How do I contact Russ Thornton?

Through Russ's website, www.wealthcareforwomen.com.

## Sources

- Public advisor directory: listed as fee-only
- SEC Investment Adviser Public Disclosure and Form ADV: registration, exams, and firm facts, data as of October 27, 2026

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