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Sunset Wealth Advisors

Sunset Wealth Advisors has been working with clients since 2014. The name carries a simple idea: retirement is something worth preparing for, something you work toward and look forward to. This practice was built to make that preparation feel less complicated, more personal, and within reach for the people who need it most.

Those We Serve
Teachers, nurses, first responders, and government employees make up a large part of this practice. They've spent careers in service to their communities, set aside what they could along the way, and are now focused on making sure it all adds up to the retirement they've been working toward. They often come in with questions that haven't had clear answers yet, and finding those answers together is exactly what this practice was built for.

How We Work
The relationship comes before the strategy. Getting to know a client means understanding their full picture first: their timeline, their goals, their income, and the things they're unsure about. Planning conversations stay grounded in plain language, with room for questions at every step. When life changes, whether that's a job transition, a shift in income, or a retirement date that moves, the plan is revisited to reflect it. The goal at every stage is for clients to feel clear about where they stand and what comes next.

Meet your advisorChris Paydock, CMFC®, CFS®

Meet your advisor
Chris Paydock, CMFC®, CFS®

President / Financial Advisor

Chris was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and brings his strong Midwestern values into every aspect of his financial practice. With a passion for building meaningful relationships, he thrives on understanding the unique financial goals and concerns of his clients and developing personalized plans that support their long-term success.

Chris earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Bowling Green State University and has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He holds Series 7, 63, and 65 securities registrations and maintains professional designations including Chartered Fund Specialist (CFS®) and Chartered Mutual Fund Consultant (CMFC®). He is also licensed in Life, Health, and Disability Insurance, offering comprehensive financial solutions through Osaic Wealth, Inc.

Chris resides in Rocklin, California, with his wife, Sheri, their daughter, Kylin, and their Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Barley. Outside of work, he enjoys spending quality time with his family, sports, music, camping, travel, church involvement, reading biographies, and exploring new wines.

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