Cris S. Giron

Managing Partner

Office: (505) 839-0224
Email: cgiron@legacyfg.net

Cris Giron is the Founder and Managing Partner of Legacy Financial Group, a comprehensive Financial Services and Retirement Planning Asset Management firm.  He began his Financial Planning career in 1995 helping university and public-school employees plan and save for retirement.  His practice quickly expanded to encompass both individuals and companies across various industries, by focusing on creating personalized goal-based financial plans and implementing intelligent asset management. He holds the CPFA, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor designation, which demonstrates his knowledge, commitment and expertise required to act as a fiduciary for retirement plans.

His mission and that of Legacy Financial Group is to improve his client’s financial success by listening to what is truly important in their lives and delivering a financial roadmap that guides every financial decision towards achieving their broader life goals.  His aim is for his clients to leave every meeting feeling more knowledgeable, confident, and empowered about their ROL, Return on Life. 

Cris started working at the age of 6 to help contribute to household expenses and buy his own school clothes and supplies. His humble beginnings developed his relentless work ethic and taught him that to get ahead you must decide what you really want in life, make short-term and long-term goals, work hard every day, and have unwavering faith.

Cris lives in Albuquerque, NM, with his wife Kenda, of 25 years, and their two daughters and two sons.  His passions are traveling, mountain biking, hiking, and spending time with family and close friends making great memories.  He enjoys volunteering at Habitat for Humanity and Roadrunner Food Bank.  He welcomes speaking to groups of young people from underrepresented areas and created the Legacy Financial Group and the Dolores S. Giron Memorial Scholarships to reward hard work and perseverance through adversity.

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Eddie Fernandez, CPA/PFS

Managing Partner

Office: (505) 839-0224
Email: efernandez@legacyfg.net

Edwin “Eddie” Fernandez is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and carries the Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) designation serving as a trusted advisor to his clients by helping them make smart choices with their money. He has over 25 years in the financial services industry working with individuals, families, professionals and business owners. 

Eddie's goal is to always put his clients first and help them to be confident they are making informed financial decisions that are based and aligned with their deepest held values. Eddie utilizes a unique approach that allows his clients to explore what is truly important to them. This helps his clients to work towards the quality of life and financial success they seek. They can feel confident they are living a life that is about more than money.

Eddie grew up as one of eight children in Santa Fe learning early on the importance of financial planning. He is a devoted husband to his wife, Trish, and father to 3 daughters. He enjoys spending time with his family fishing and camping. Eddie is also an active member of his church and community and is a huge sports fan.

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Mario J. Torres

Wealth Advisor

Office: (505) 839-0224
Email: mtorres@legacyfg.net

Mario J. Torres joined Legacy Financial Group in 2015. Mario earned an MBA from the University of New Mexico, Anderson School of Management and a BBA from New Mexico State University. He holds FINRA Series 6, 63 and 65 licenses as well as New Mexico Life and Health Insurance license. 

Mario grew up working at his father’s grocery store and was taught early on that exceptional customer service is key to quality client relationships. As a financial advisor now, he goes the extra mile when providing honest and transparent advice. He is driven to build those strong relationships that ultimately put his clients on the path to achieve their goals.

Mario lives in Bernalillo, New Mexico with his wife, Rebecca, and their two children. When the opportunity presents itself, they love to spend time together enjoying outdoor activities and exploring New Mexico’s natural beauty. Mario also volunteers with numerous community organizations and supports a number of philanthropic efforts, both in his hometown and across the state.

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Antavius Greathouse

Wealth Advisor

Office: (505) 839-0224
Email: agreathouse@legacyfg.net

Antavius Greathouse joined Legacy Financial Group in 2017. He earned his bachelor's degree in business administration and finance from Texas State University and was formerly a Client Service Associate at Morgan Stanley. With over 8 years of experience in the financial services industry, he holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 securities registrations as well as New Mexico Life and Health Insurance license.

Antavius works with clients in a variety of ways from one-on-ones to large seminars, focusing on financial planning and implementation of investment strategies. He enjoys not only being able to help people achieve their financial goals, but also helping them explore goals they never knew they had. One of his favorite parts of his role as a financial advisor is seeing individuals and their families discover financial freedom.

Antavius is a member of the Financial Management Association International Organization, the African American Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce and the New Mexico Black Leadership Council. You can also find him biking on the weekends, cooking and spending time with his family.

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