Bradley Hilton, CFP®, TPCP®, MBA, Master of Personal Financial Planning

I’m Bradley Hilton, founder of Sonas Financial Planning.

Over the years, I’ve learned that financial planning isn’t really about spreadsheets or market predictions—it’s about helping people feel confident about their future. It’s about knowing you’re making thoughtful decisions today so you can enjoy life more tomorrow. That idea is actually behind the name Sonas, a Gaelic word that means happiness and prosperity.

Before starting Sonas, I spent nearly two decades working at large wealth management firms. Those experiences taught me a lot about investing and planning, but they also showed me how complicated and confusing the financial industry can be for clients. Too often, there are hidden incentives, product sales, or layers of fees that make it hard to know whose advice you can truly trust. I started Sonas to build something simpler, more transparent, and more personal.

When I work with clients, the conversation doesn’t start with investments—it starts with life. What do you want the next 10, 20, or 30 years to look like? What gives you peace of mind? What opportunities do you want your finances to create for you and your family?

From there, we build a clear financial plan and investment strategy designed to support those goals in a thoughtful, disciplined way. At the end of the day, my goal is simple: I want you to feel organized, confident, and comfortable with your finances. Because when your financial life feels clear and manageable, it frees you up to spend more time focusing on the things that matter most.

Credentials and Education

I believe great advisors never stop learning. I’m proud to hold the following designations and degrees:

• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®)
• Tax Planning Certified Professional™ (TPCP®)
• MBA and Master of Personal Financial Planning – Georgia State University
• BS in Business Administration & Information Systems – University of North Carolina Wilmington

I’m also a member of professional organizations, including the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), the XY Planning Network, and communities of advisors committed to the fiduciary standard.

Media & Guest Appearances

• Retirement planner chat Bradley Hilton from Sonas Financial Planning (The Retirement Planning Education podcast)

A Little About Me Outside the Office

When I’m not working with clients, you’ll usually find me spending time with family and friends. A few fun facts:

• I was born in Cincinnati and raised in Greenville, North Carolina.
• These days, I’m proud to call Atlanta home.
• I’m a big supporter of Atlanta United.
• I love music of all kinds—and I’m currently learning to play the banjo.
• My happy place? Being out on the Nantahala River.

I look forward to our conversation.