Matt Hylland
Arnold & Mote Wealth Management
Partner, Financial Advisor, Former Founder of Hylland Capital Management
Matt Hylland
Arnold & Mote Wealth Management
Partner, Financial Advisor, Former Founder of Hylland Capital Management
As a fiduciary financial planner, you can rest assured that I am always working in your best interest. - Matt Hylland
Based in Cedar Rapids, IA helping local individuals and families on a Flat-Fee basis (not % of managed assets)

Matt Hylland is a Cedar Rapids, IA fee-only financial planner. Arnold & Mote provides holistic financial planning and wealth management services that cover much more than investments and retirement - on a Flat-Fee basis (not % of managed assets).
As a fee-only, fiduciary, and independent financial advisor, Matt Hylland is never paid a commission of any kind, and has a legal obligation to provide unbiased and trustworthy financial advice.
Matt Hylland worked for the Department of Defense as a material scientist before changing careers to follow his interests in personal finance and investing. Matt has been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, CNBC, Kiplinger, and other nationally recognized finance publications. He lives in North Liberty, where you will likely find him and his wife Jessica walking their 2 dogs on a nice day. In his free time Matt is an avid reader, podcast listener, and beer brewer. Matt is a member of Fee Only Network, and XY Planning Network.
We help individuals and families in the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City, Dubuque, and Cedar Falls/Waterloo areas achieve their unique financial goals. Because your goals may change several times during your lifetime, we provide holistic wealth management services that cover much more than investments and retirement. From college funding and taxes, to insurance and employee benefits, we believe in comprehensive financial planning.
We specialize in planning for Early Severance or Separation offers , Retirement, College, and Health Insurance changes.
Fee-Only, Fiduciary, Independent: Three Important Criteria to Consider When Choosing a Financial Advisor.
Specialties
- Financial Planning
- Retirement Planning
- Investment Management
- Business Planning
- Estate Services
- Education Planning
Ideal Clients
- Retirees and Near Retirees
- Young Families
- Entrepreneurs & Business Owners
- Medical Professionals
- Military
- Sudden Money Situations
Working Together
- In-Office Meetings
- Virtual Meetings
- No-Cost Initial Consultation
- Hourly Fee
- Monthly Retainer
- % of Assets Under Management
Professional Designations & Affiliations
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Matt Hylland is a NAPFA Associate
The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA) is a leading professional association of Fee-Only financial advisors—highly trained professionals who are committed to working in the best interests of those they serve.
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Matt Hylland is a Member of the XY Planning Network
The XY Planning Network is the leading organization of fee-only financial advisors who are focused on working with Generation X and Generation Y clients. Our mission is to connect consumers with best-in-class financial advisors who specialize in working with clients just like you.
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on KCCI: " Inflation impacting Iowans' retirement plans"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on StudentLoanHero.com: "9 Questions to Ask Your College Financial Aid Advisors Before You Enroll"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on First Midwest Bank: "5 MONEY MOVES TO MAKE 10 YEARS BEFORE YOU RETIRE"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on Discover's Modern Money: "How to Retire Early: Take These Steps to Get There"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted in the Wall Street Journal: "Should You Consider Early Retirement in a Recession?"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on GoBankingRates.com: "9 Money Moves To Make Now — If You Have $1,000 in Your Account"
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Matt Hylland is Quotedon Halbert Hargrove's Blog: "5 Money Moves to Make 10 Years Before You Retire"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on TheSimpleDollar.com: "Should COVID-19 Change Your Retirement Plans?"
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Matt Hylland is the Author of BegintoInvest.com Blog
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Matt Hylland Contributes to Kiplinger
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Matt Hylland is Featured on KCRG News: "Financial planner gives advice on what to do with stimulus check"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on Legal Zoom: "How Stimulus Checks Complicate 2020 Tax Filing"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted in US News and World Report: "Why You Shouldn't Raid Your Retirement Fund for a Child’s College Education"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on CNBC: "An approach to timing the market that focuses on saving your money"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted in the Wall Street Journal: "Secret Weapon for Yield: Preferred Stocks"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on Yahoo Finance: "What Millennials Can Learn From Gen X’s Money Mistakes"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on StudentLoanHero.com: "Why Every College Graduate Should Consult a Financial Planner"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted in US News and World Report: "How to Find an Investment Advisor When You're Not Rich"
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Matt Hylland is Featured on Mass Mutual's Blog: "How to help parents in retirement while preserving your own plan"
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Matt Hylland is Quoted on STEPS: "529 Savings Plans: An Online Guide for College Students"
Contact Matt Hylland
Office Locations:
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1202 Dina Ct
Hiawatha, IA 52233