“I love helping people build a plan around the one life they have to live. The lasting relationships we continue to build with our clients are why I love coming to work every single day. To create something which started as complex and sometimes unorganized and ends up as a sound plan in which our clients have confidence is incredibly rewarding. I am grateful for the opportunity to earn and maintain the trust and confidence so many have placed in me and our team. While it is a great responsibility, it is equally rewarding.”
Focus
Edward Prewitt, 1828 Capital’s dedicated Founder – Managing Director, is deeply committed to helping his clients achieve financial independence and personal success. Having faced early financial challenges himself, he contributed to household expenses by starting a lawn service at the age of 14, Edward brings a distinct empathy and understanding to his work, always striving to “do good” for others. Known for his early starts and hard work, he is valued by clients and colleagues alike for his commitment, integrity, and genuine care for their success. Edward enjoys collaborating with his team to deliver thoughtful, customized solutions that help clients navigate life’s milestones with confidence and clarity.
Education, Awards & Credentials
– Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Arkansas, 1994
– Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) – 2006
– Recognized by Forbes and Barron’s
2014
Barron’s Top Advisors
2015
Barron’s Top Advisors
2022
Barron’s Top Advisors
2017
Forbes Top
Wealth Advisors
2018
Forbes Best-in-State
Wealth Advisors
2019
Forbes Best-in-State
Wealth Advisors
2020
Forbes Best-in-State
Wealth Advisors
2021
Forbes Best-in-State
Wealth Advisors
2022
Forbes Best-in-State
Wealth Advisors
2023
Forbes Best-in-State
Wealth Advisors
2024
Forbes Best-in-State
Wealth Advisors
Outside the Office
Edward was born and raised in Fayetteville, Arkansas, where he still enjoys a close-knit family life with his wife, Jennifer, and their teenage son, Fletcher. The family loves to travel, hit the ski slopes, play golf, and explore new cuisines together. Personally, Edward enjoys spending time with family and friends. With a passion for travel, he’s visited over 55 countries before the age of 30, enriching his worldview and fueling his appreciation for diverse perspectives. Reflecting on his journey, Edward humbly shares, “My worst day would be many people’s best day—I am the luckiest person I know.”
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2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2023; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/21 – 6/30/22 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
2022: Awarded April 2022; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/20 – 6/30/21 (Source: Forbes.com).
2021: Awarded February 2021; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/19 – 6/30/20 (Source: Forbes.com).
2020: Awarded January 2020; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/18 – 6/30/19 (Source: Forbes.com).
2019: Awarded February 2019; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/17 – 6/30/18 (Source: Forbes.com).
2018: Awarded February 2018; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/16 – 6/30/17 (Source: Forbes.com).
2022 Barron’s Top 1,200 State By State Advisors: Awarded March 2022; Data Compiled by Barron’s based on the time period from Oct. 2020 – Sept. 2021 (Source: Barrons.com). The Barron’s Top 1,200 State By State Advisors ratings are based on the previous year’s assets under management, revenue generated for the advisors’ firms, and the quality of the advisors’ practices. Investment performance isn’t an explicit factor because clients have varied goals and risk tolerances. Self-completed questionnaire was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
2015: Awarded February 2015; Data Compiled by Barron’s based on the time period from Oct. 2013 – Sept. 2014 (Source: Barrons.com).
2014: Awarded February 2014; Data Compiled by Barron’s based on the time period from Oct. 2012 – Sept. 2013 (Source: Barrons.com).
2017 Forbes Top 250 Wealth Advisors: Awarded September 2017; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/16 – 06/30/17 (Source: Forbes.com).The Forbes Top 250 Wealth Advisors (AKA Top Wealth Advisors) rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
