Matt Dages is an Arizona-Based Fiduciary Financial Advisor with Income Planning Expertise for Retirees and Pre-Retirees
As the Founder of Bright Wealth Management, Matt Dages Has Built His Practice on the Belief That Informed Clients Make Better Financial Decisions.
Based in Phoenix and serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale areas, Matt specializes in helping individuals and families navigate the complex landscape of retirement planning with confidence and clarity.
Matt Dages brings a unique approach to wealth management. He prioritizes education over sales and transparency over complexity. Whether you’re approaching retirement or already enjoying it, Matt works alongside you to create personalized strategies that align with your goals, values, and vision for the future.
Not all financial advisors operate under the same standards, and understanding the difference can protect your financial future. Matt Dages is a fiduciary financial advisor, which means he is legally and ethically required to put your interests first, always.
Unlike traditional financial advisors who may earn commissions on the products they sell, a fiduciary like Matt Dages is bound by law to recommend only what truly serves your best interests. There are no hidden agendas, no conflicts of interest, and no pressure to purchase products that benefit the advisor more than the client.
This fiduciary standard creates a foundation of trust that allows Matt to build long-term relationships with his clients. When you work with an ethical fiduciary advisor, you can be confident that every recommendation, every strategy, and every conversation is centered entirely around your financial well-being.
For Matt Dages, being a fiduciary is more than a legal requirement. It’s the only way to do business. Transparency, honesty, and client-first guidance define every aspect of his practice.
Matt Dages is the founder and president of Bright Wealth Management, an independent, multi-advisor fiduciary firm dedicated to helping Arizona retirees and pre-retirees achieve financial security and peace of mind.
Bright Wealth Management was built on the principle that retirement planning should be clear, accessible, and tailored to each individual’s unique circumstances. The firm offers personalized retirement strategies including retirement tax planning, Social Security optimization, Roth IRA conversion planning, estate planning coordination, and more.
What sets Bright Wealth Management apart is its focus on education and empowerment. Matt and his team ensure clients understand the “why” behind every decision. This approach creates informed, confident clients who feel in control of their financial futures.
Matt Dages is passionate about making retirement planning accessible to everyone. Through his signature “Taxes in Retirement” educational seminars hosted at public libraries and community centers across Arizona, Matt breaks down complex tax strategies into practical, actionable guidance that retirees can actually use.
As a trusted retirement planning expert, Matt Dages has been featured on NBC and is a regular guest on KTAR radio, where he shares insights on retirement tax strategies, Social Security planning, and wealth preservation. His ability to translate complex financial topics into clear, relatable advice has made him a go-to resource for Arizona families seeking guidance on their financial futures.
Matt believes that financial literacy shouldn’t be reserved for those who can afford expensive advisors. This is why his educational content, whether through seminars, television, radio, or online platforms, is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions.