MEET WILDER

A Personal Starting Point

People don’t usually arrive at my website because things feel calm. They arrive because something feels off — in the markets, in the economy, or in their own sense of confidence about the future.

This page helps you find the right next page.

Brief introductions, in the order I’d suggest you explore them.

I’m Wilder Bailey, founder of Bailey Financial Services. For over three decades, I’ve worked with families, retirees, and professionals who want clarity — especially during periods when the financial system feels stretched, distorted, or unpredictable.

You don’t need to read everything at once. But you do deserve a second opinion — one grounded in experience, independence, and an honest assessment of the world as it is, not as we wish it to be.

Where to Go Next

About

Start here if you want the human story.

This page explains who I am, how I became an independent advisor, and why independence matters — especially in times like these. It’s not a résumé. It’s context.

Under Stress

Start here if markets feel tense or fragile.

Systems show signs of stress before they break. This page explains what I’m watching, why it matters, and why “doing nothing” can sometimes be the riskiest position of all.

The New Normal?

Start here if the old rules no longer apply.

Many investors are waiting for things to “go back to normal.” This page asks a better question: what if this is the new normal — and adaptation matters more than prediction?

Don’t Be a Number

Start here if you want to be treated like a person.

Large firms are built for scale — which can mean standardized models and layers of separation. This page explains why personal attention, accountability, and flexibility matter more than ever.

Life Changing

Start here if you’re thinking beyond returns.

Money decisions shape lives — not just balances. This page explores how planning, risk control, and income reliability can change outcomes in meaningful ways.

Independent Advisor

Start here if you want to understand how advice is delivered.

Independence isn’t a slogan — it’s a structure. This page explains what it means to work with an advisor who is not tied to proprietary products, sales quotas, or corporate mandates.

A Steady Second Opinion

When you’re ready, I’d welcome the opportunity to talk through where you are, what you’re concerned about, and what your plan is truly built to handle.