FAQ

What is a fee-only advisor?

We work solely for our clients - not for commissions or product sales. This minimizes any conflicts of interest, allowing us to focus on providing unbiased, transparent financial advice.  Our only compensation comes directly from you.  Learn more about fee-only advisors.

Are you a fiduciary?

Yes, as a CFP® professional, I have made a commitment to the CFP Board to act in the best interest of my clients.  Learn more at Why Choose A CFP® Professional

Why a flat-fee and not AUM?

Flat-fee pricing is clear, predictable, and minimizes conflicts of interest.

AUM (Assets Under Management) pricing fluctuates with the amount of assets you have.  

  • Individual 1 - $1 million in assets ; .8% annual AUM fee ; $8,000 in annual fees
  • Individual 2 -  $2 million in assets ; .8% annual AUM fee ; $16,000 in annual fees

Will there be significantly more advice provided to one individual over the other?  Will there be a significant difference in advice provided?  The answers are no.

What is your core investment philosophy?

We begin with gaining a firm understanding of your risk capacity (ability to take risk) and risk tolerance (willingness to take risk).  We believe in asset allocation - diversifying investments across asset classes (stocks, bonds) and sub-asset classes (small cap, large cap, int'l, treasuries, corporate bonds) to balance risk and reward.  We are not chasing trends, rather strategically positioning your money to weather market volatility and achieve steady growth.  We use asset location to position investments in certain accounts to maximize after-tax returns.  We often prefer index funds as they typically offer lower turnover and reduction or no capital gains distributions.  We are not stock pickers, and we are not market timers.  Time in the market is far more powerful.  

Do you coordinate with my other professional team?

Absolutely. We encourage collaboration with your legal and tax professionals.

Does your firm have an asset minimum?

No asset minimum. The fee for service proposal is based on complexity, estimated time, research, and resources required to complete our plan. 

How do you meet with your clients?

While based in Winter Garden, FL, we operate primarily as a virtual firm. We conduct our meetings over Zoom allowing us to work with folks anywhere in the US.