What If You Could Actually Afford a Financial Advisor?

🧱You’ve been busy surviving — not strategizing.⏳ You’ve wanted to take action — but fear, confusion, and exhaustion kept pulling you back.📉 Your savings aren’t growing fast enough. The market feels rigged against you.🧾 The plan that was supposed to protect you?
It’s crumbling under pressure.
🧠 The rules changed — and no one told you.💼 The wealthy adapted. They got advisors and moved into assets that actually work.🧩You were handed outdated advice and told to figure it out alone.

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🔑 Private access to licensed financial strategy — normally reserved for high-net-worth clients — now open to early Insiders at Founding Member pricing.
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Traditional Financial Advisors were built for the already wealthy.

I work with real people — builders, hustlers, parents, creators.
You don’t need $1M in the bank. You just need someone who knows how to help you grow it.

🏛️FINANCIAL ADVICE WAS NEVER MEANT FOR YOU

The system was designed for people who already have wealth — not the ones trying to build it.💸 If you don’t have six figures to invest, most advisors won’t give you the time of day. And if they do, it’ll cost you hundreds just to hear “buy and hold.”🧱 The financial system wasn’t made for builders — it was made for people who already made it.🚪 Most firms won’t even talk to you unless you’ve got a $250,000 portfolio.🔒 It’s a pay-to-play club — and if you’re not already rich, you’re locked out.So you’re left to figure it out alone:
📉 No personalized strategy.
🧾 No one to review your plan.
❌ No questions answered.
You shouldn’t need to be rich first to get good advice.

⚠️YOU'RE NAVIGATING A BROKEN SYSTEM ALONE

🧾The old advice model wasn’t built for crypto, macro chaos, or digital disruption — and no one’s handing you a real strategy.🧭 You’re trying to build wealth in a system that feels rigged — and you're doing it without a map, lost in a maze built by people who already made it.🌊 Meanwhile, you're drowning in content — Twitter threads, market memes, conflicting hot takes — but none of it tells you what you should actually do.🧊 So you freeze.😰 Not because you’re lazy — but because the risks are real, the options are noisy, and no one’s guiding you.

YOU'VE BEEN HANDELING LIFE-NOT BUILDING WEALTH

Life is moving fast. The financial system is changing even faster. And you’ve had zero time to catch up.📆 You’re raising a family, working full time, managing bills — and somewhere in the chaos, your financial strategy fell off the to-do list.It’s not that you don’t care. You just haven’t had the bandwidth.
And while you’ve been focused on real life, the game changed:
💥 Inflation.
📉 Recession risks.
🤖 AI and job disruption.
📲 Crypto.
🏛️ A financial system quietly being rebuilt.
🧠 You know you should be doing something...
But what? With what time? And who do you trust?
⏳ So you delay.
Not because you don’t care — but because you’re overwhelmed, under-supported, and unsure where to even start.
📲 You don’t need another app or another headline.🎯 You need someone to help you get clear, get focused, and actually take action — before the system changes again.

HERE’S WHAT CHANGES WHEN YOU HAVE A REAL STRATEGY

You’re not guessing anymore.
You’re building — with a licensed advisor who helps you see the whole field, cut through the noise, and follow a strategy built for this market.

🔑 Real Strategy at a Price You Can Actually Afford

Real Strategy. Real Advisor. Just $50/Month.🤖 Forget robo apps that ghost you and overpriced advisors who forget your name.🧠 You don’t need another generic plan — you need someone who's actually got your back and knows what they’re doing.💬 For just $50/month, you get direct access to a licensed financial advisor who speaks both Wall Street and crypto fluently — and can finally explain what the hell is going on with your 401(k).🛠️ We build a real plan around your goals — retirement, investing, crypto, whatever — with zero commissions, no jargon, and no upsells.🛡️ Just straight-up strategy, delivered by someone who’s in your corner.📉 Because 1.2% annual growth and CNBC soundbites aren’t a financial plan — they’re a distraction dressed up as a plan.

🧠Most Will Miss It. You Won’t.

Less financial fog. More clear moves that fit your real life.💬 Ask questions. Get real answers. No chatbots. No cookie-cutter scripts.🧭 Your plan, your pace. We’ll build a strategy that fits your real life — not someone else’s spreadsheet.🔄 We adjust as you grow. Because real life isn’t static — and your plan shouldn’t be either.💥 The hardest part of building wealth isn’t saving — it’s deciding.❓ What should I prioritize? What’s worth the risk? What if I screw this up?🤝 That’s where I come in.
With ongoing guidance, you’ll stop guessing and start building with certainty.
🔑 This isn’t just access to a pro — it’s a long-term strategy partner who knows how to keep you moving forward.🛡️ This isn’t just access to a pro — it’s a long-term strategy partner who knows how to keep you moving forward.

🚀FINALLY CATCH UP - AND STAY AHEAD

The world won’t slow down — but with the right plan, you won’t fall behind again.📈 Strategy Built for Today
Get a personalized financial plan that adapts to what’s actually happening in the economy — not just generic advice from a brochure.
📅 Quarterly Reviews of Your Progress
Every 90 days, we review where you are, what’s working, and where to adjust — so you can pivot with confidence, not panic.
🔐 Your Generational Vault
A private, secure space where your plan lives and grows. You can track your performance, stay organized, and actually see the progress you’re making.
😵 Most people aren’t falling behind because they’re lazy — they’re just overwhelmed by noise, distracted by outdated advice, and stuck navigating a financial system that’s being rebuilt in real time.🧱 I built this model after 10+ years of watching people get priced out, passed over, or left guessing in a system that wasn’t built for them.🔍 I track what actually matters — inflation, recession signals, crypto cycles, AI disruption, tokenized assets, and monetary shifts.🧠 Then I turn it into clear, personalized strategy — so you can make moves, not just absorb information.👉 This is the blueprint for the new wealth class — and no one else is doing it like this.🕰️ While others wait, react, or stay stuck in old models… you’ll already be making moves — with clarity, timing, and real momentum.🔁 Strategy isn't a one-time event. It’s a system — and now it’s built for you.

Traditional Financial Advisors were built for the already wealthy.

I work with real people — builders, hustlers, parents, creators.
You don’t need $1M in the bank. You just need someone who knows how to help you grow it.

💡The Right Financial Strategy Isn’t a Luxury — It’s a Lifeline.

You’ve been doing it alone. That ends now.🧭 Total Portfolio Strategy
From your 401(k) to your crypto wallet, we connect the dots.
Your plan works across brokerage, retirement, and DeFi — because your money lives in more than one place, and your strategy should too.
💼 Real Access to a Real Advisor
With The Market Forge, you get direct access, monthly Q&A, quarterly reviews, and a strategy that evolves with you — no commissions, no BS.
🔥 Founding Members get it all for just $50/month — but only the first 50.
After that, it doubles to $100. No exceptions. No second chances.
🚨 This is your shot to lock in elite strategy at Netflix pricing.
Miss it — and you’ll be paying double while others move ahead.

💸 You’re Getting $10,000 of Strategy for $50/Month

This isn’t a discount. It’s a launch window. And it’s closing fast.💼 Between professional grade software, real macro research, custom portfolio design, and direct advisor access, the real value stacks into the thousands at any traditional firm.🚀 But this is the launch — and the Founding 50 get it all for just $50/month.🔒 Lock it in now, and that price is yours for life. No surprises. No upsells.⏳ Wait, and you’ll either be paying double — or wishing you had moved sooner.Here’s What You’re Locking In:🧠 A real strategy that evolves with you — not some one-size-fits-all PDF📊 Institutional-grade tools, macro frameworks, and active portfolio design💬 Monthly Q&A + quarterly 1-on-1 strategy reviews🛡️ No upsells. Just clear, unbiased guidance — from someone who actually knows what you own.

The Complete Strategy You’ve Never Had — Until Now

The kind of guidance most only wish they had — yours if you act now.

🔧 Personalized Strategy

Your full financial life finally connected — 401k, crypto, brokerage, and more — all in one plan.Everything works together, so nothing gets overlooked or left on autopilot.

Exclusive Insider Content

Get access to private updates, market breakdowns, trade setups, portfolio insights, and real-world strategy shifts — content I don’t post publicly.

🛡️ Real Risk Management

Built for real life — not outdated models or generic pie charts.We plan for actual scenarios you’ll face — so you know exactly how much risk you’re taking and why.

📬 Your Questions Answered - Every Month

Get clear answers to your questions on investments, markets, crypto, allocations, strategy shifts, and financial decisions — every month.

📊 Portfolio Reviews

See exactly where you stand — clear reviews, simple language, zero jargon.Know what you own, why you own it, and how each piece fits your bigger plan.

🔄 Crypto & DeFi Coaching

Learn how to navigate crypto, DeFi, stablecoins, and tokenization with clear guidance, real strategy, practical advice, and zero hype.

Lock In Lifetime Access Before The Price Doubles!

The kind of guidance most only wish they had — yours if you act now.

FOUNDER PRICING

$50/month

  • Lifetime Founder Pricing — your rate never increases

  • Direct access to a licensed financial advisor (not a bot)

  • Personalized portfolio strategy — 401(k), crypto, brokerage, DeFi

  • See exactly where you stand — and what to do next

  • Monthly Q&A to get your questions answered, real-time

  • Exclusive insider content, market breakdowns & playbooks

  • Crypto & DeFi coaching — without the hype or Moonboy nonsense

  • No up-selling, No hidden fees. Ever.

  • Adapts as markets change — no “set it and forget it” plans

  • Stop second-guessing every financial move — and finally feel in control

  • Cancel Anytime

Questions? Get Straight Answers Before You Join

Most people wait too long to get real guidance.
📅 Let’s make sure you don’t. Book a quick chat — no sales pitch.

📈 Every Year You Wait Costs More Than You Think

Wealth isn’t built with perfect timing — it’s built with time itself.📉 Every year you wait means lost compounding, fewer options, and more pressure later.🚀 The sooner you start, the more freedom you create.🛡️ Most wonder when to start. Insiders already have.

🧩 Your Financial Picture — Finally Connected

Stop trying to figure it out alone.You don’t need a finance degree or hours of research — you need a real plan, built by someone who knows how to connect your entire financial picture.Your 401(k)
Your Savings
Your brokerage
Your crypto
Your future
The earlier you get clarity, the faster you can build momentum.

📊 Not Ready Yet? Get My Market Brief + Insider Waitlist Access

📈 Before you commit, get My Free Market Forge Outlook PDF — breaking down where smart money is positioning, how wealth actually gets built, and how you can start building yours.🛡️ You'll also secure priority access to Founding Member pricing before rates double.

Contact Brad at the Market Forge

📩 Not sure where to start?Send me your questions, your situation, or your biggest concern.
I'll review it personally and point you in the right direction — no obligations, no pressure.

💸 Founding Member Pricing — Simple. Transparent. Locked In.

💼 You don’t need millions to get real advice.🛡️ Licensed financial strategy built for people who actually want to build wealth — without fees, Wall Street games, or gatekeeping.🧭 You get real strategy, clear guidance, and a plan built around your full financial picture.🎯 One plan. One price. Everything you need — no confusing tiers, no hidden fees.

Founder's Offer

💸 $50/month — All-In Access

  • Insider Vault Access — exclusive content, guides, resources, and replays

  • Tactical Market Moves — educational insights on major macro shifts

  • Lifetime Pricing Guarantee — your rate never increases

  • Private access to a licensed financial advisor who actually knows your full situation

  • Monthly Q&A and quarterly strategy reviews

  • Full portfolio integration — brokerage, retirement, crypto, DeFi

  • Institutional-level tools and macro research I personally use to guide your strategy

  • Generational Vault: your digital financial command center

  • Track your growth, strategy performance, and goals over time

  • No commissions. No upsells. No BS.

  • Community Access (future build) — private Insiders group

  • Cancel Anytime

📊 Total Financial Alignment

Your full financial picture finally working together — built by a licensed advisor, powered by institutional-level tools, guided for real life.

Finally Everything Connected

Most people feel overwhelmed because no one ever showed them how to connect their full financial life.That's exactly what we do — one plan, fully integrated, with every piece finally working together:401(k), brokerage, savings, crypto, and your long-term goals — all aligned under a real strategy built for you.

Real Access. Real Expertise.

You’re not stuck talking to bots or generic call centers.You get direct access to a licensed advisor who knows your full situation, uses institutional tools behind the scenes, and helps you navigate markets, opportunities, and risks as your strategy evolves.

Questions? Get Straight Answers Before You Join

I’m here to help you make the right move — no sales pitch, no pressure.
Just real answers, from a real advisor.

⚔️ Our Story 🛡️

From traditional advising to modern strategy — giving more people access to licensed expertise without the gatekeeping.

How It Started

The Foundation Behind The Market Forge

🔥 The Market Forge was built on the same foundation by Brad Hesselberg, owner and founder of its sister company, Sword & Shield Solutions — a modern advisory firm focused on helping people make smarter financial decisions in a world that’s constantly changing.🛡️ Sword & Shield started by providing traditional full-service advising:
- investment management
- insurance strategies
- retirement planning
📊 Along the way, I also worked as a strategist to over 100 financial advisors — helping them:
- build portfolios
- interpret market cycles
- guide their own clients.
💡 That experience made one thing clear:
Everyday investors deserve the same level of strategy usually reserved for professionals.
⚙️ The Market Forge was created to deliver exactly that — integrating your full financial life into one clear plan, with real access to licensed expertise, and at a price point built for real people — not just those already retired with a nest egg.✅ It’s a simple, straightforward approach designed to actually move you forward.🔄 Today, Sword & Shield handles full-service advisory, while The Market Forge offers a simpler, subscription-based way to access real strategy — built for real people.

🚀Why It’s Catching On

"It’s not just another course or product. It’s real strategy — and people are taking notice."

⚡While most keep guessing, a growing group of Insiders are locking in real strategy — built on the same frameworks I've used to help over 100 Financial Advisors with their clients.

Brad Hesselberg's Story

The Market Forge Founder

👋 I’m Brad Hesselberg, owner and founder of Sword & Shield Solutions — and now, The Market Forge.📈 For years, I’ve been the strategist other advisors turn to for help — building portfolios, interpreting markets, and helping to guide their clients.
I continue supporting financial advisors today, while also partnering directly with individuals and families who want to grow and protect their wealth with confidence.
🧠 Over time, I’ve advised on a wide range of financial situations:
- people just starting to build wealth
- business owners growing their companies
- retirees focused on protecting what they’ve earned
🛠️ I know how overwhelming the financial world can feel at times, but that’s exactly where having a clear plan — and someone in your corner — makes all the difference.💡 I believe that clarity with your money — paired with a straightforward income plan — can change everything.🎯 My goal is simple:
- help you understand where you are
- align your finances with your personal goals
- build a plan that supports you through retirement
- create a legacy that lasts
🌲 When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me:
- hiking
- running
- studying markets
- or chasing around our three awesome kids with my wife
❤️ They’re the reason I do this — and why I care so deeply about helping people build something real with their money.

Why Early Action Matters

📉 Most people wait too long to get serious — and lose years of compounding, opportunity, and clarity.🛡️ The Market Forge was built to solve that — connecting your full financial life under one real plan, with real expertise, and pricing that rewards early action.🚀 The sooner you start, the more advantage you lock in.

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By subscribing and becoming an Insider, you enter into a long-term advisory relationship with Brad Hesselberg, a registered investment adviser, operating under The Market Forge and Sword & Shield Solutions.Before services begin, all Insiders must complete and sign the required advisory agreements and Form ADV disclosures in accordance with regulatory guidelines.Scope of Services
Your subscription includes ongoing portfolio review, education, financial integration, and licensed financial advice designed for long-term investors. This subscription does not include account management or discretionary trading — you retain full control over your investment accounts at all times. I provide personalized financial advice, education, and recommendations, but you are responsible for executing trades, allocations, or any changes within your personal accounts unless otherwise agreed. If you wish to receive full investment management or direct account management, you must enter into a separate advisory agreement with Sword & Shield Solutions.
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