How is your investment advisory different from traditional advisors or brokers?
We’re fee-only. That means no commissions, no sales quotas, and no incentive to recommend one product over another. If a strategy shows up in your plan, it’s there because it supports your long-term goals and your after-tax outcome — not because it benefits us.
Do you manage investments or provide guidance only?
Both — and this is where most firms force a choice. Some clients want us to handle everything day to day. Others want a second set of experienced eyes and prefer to stay involved. We design the relationship around how you want to work, not the other way around.
How do taxes factor into the investment strategy?
They show up everywhere, whether you plan for them or not. Allocation decisions, asset location, rebalancing timing, gain and loss harvesting, business distributions, even how and when you pull money later on — all of it is affected by taxes. That’s also why CPA oversight isn’t optional here. It’s part of the process.
What portfolio size do you typically work with?
Most clients come in with around $250,000 in investable assets. That said, the real question isn’t the number — it’s the level of complexity. Planning needs, tax exposure, and decision pressure matter far more than hitting a minimum.
Can you review my existing portfolio or advisor for a second opinion?
Yes — and we do it without an agenda. We’ll look at fees, risk alignment, tax efficiency, performance structure, and how the strategy actually fits your situation. You’ll get a clear, unbiased assessment and enough context to decide your next move with confidence.

