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Frequently Asked Questions
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Who Do We Serve?
We support individuals and families across stages—from planning for education and retirement to leaving a legacy. We focus on Christian‑based values, guiding clients who seek to steward their resources for faith, family, and community.
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What Are Our Areas of Expertise?
- Retirement planning, income solutions, and optimizing Social Security
- Education funding, legacy planning, and estate‑tax mitigation
- Comprehensive risk review, including life, disability, and long‑term care insurance
- Investment strategy and diversification, tailored to life transitions and tax efficiency
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What Is Our Investment Philosophy?
We view money as a tool—all decisions are grounded in honesty, integrity, and respect, aligned with Christian stewardship. We believe in a strong planning process, asset‑diversified portfolios, and tax‑efficient strategies to help secure your financial future.
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What Is Our Fee Model?
We operate on a fee-based model, which means we may receive compensation through both advisory fees and, in certain cases, commissions. This approach allows us to offer flexible solutions tailored to your financial needs.
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Do We Act as a Fiduciary?
Yes — we act as a fiduciary for advisory accounts (those managed under an assets-under-management, or AUM, fee structure). For brokerage accounts, we adhere to the Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI) standard, ensuring that our recommendations are always in your best interest.
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What Broker/Dealer or Custodian Do We Use?
Our Broker/Dealer is United Planners, and our primary Custodians include Charles Schwab, Fidelity Investments, Pershing, and various mutual fund companies. These trusted institutions safeguard client assets and provide account services.
Common Questions from Prospects
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1. Do I have enough to retire?
We assess your current assets, expected income streams, and lifestyle goals, then craft a retirement strategy designed to help you retire confidently and sustainably.
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2. How can I protect my loved ones financially?
Through comprehensive risk management—insurance reviews, estate planning, and legacy strategies—we help safeguard your family’s future.
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3. How do I save for my children’s education?
We’ll evaluate appropriate education‑funding vehicles to help ensure you invest with purpose and tax‑efficiency for your children's future.
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4. Can I reduce estate taxes?
With planning techniques tailored to your situation, we aim to protect your legacy by minimizing or avoiding estate taxes altogether.
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5. Are my investments diversified?
Yes—our process includes analyzing your asset allocation to help ensure that your portfolio is well‑positioned to meet your goals through market cycles.
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6. How do you align financial planning with faith?
We integrate Biblical stewardship values into every financial recommendation, ensuring your plan reflects integrity, purpose, and legacy.
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7. Can I access my accounts online?
Absolutely—client tools and logins provide secure, around‑the‑clock access to account data, planning platforms, and collaboration features.