Keys to a Successful Relationship: What You Can Expect

You can trust that we will consistently and responsibly perform all requested services and that we will be available when you need us.

We will:

• treat you with respect, honesty and dignity.
• act as your agent, putting your interests first.
• strive to acquire a complete and accurate understanding of your goals, your tolerance for investment risk, and your time frame.
• propose strategies customized to your situation.
• explain the implications of the strategies we propose.
• update you by email, mail, and phone.
• meet with you at least once a year to review and update your plan.

 Keys to a Successful Relationship: What We Can Expect

Effective communication and mutual respect are essential to a successful partnership, so we expect:

As our client, you need to know that all investment, tax, estate, and insurance advice will be based on the information that you provide to us.  Finally, we expect you to participate enthusiastically in the investment planning process. 

Keys to a Successful Relationship:  Mutual Responsibilities

Working together is essential to effective investment planning.  To this end, we both need to make your financial strategies a priority.

We will:

• agree to keep each other informed of any new developments that might affect these strategies.
• agree to take the time to regularly review your financial plan.
• both be honest and forthcoming about your financial situation.
• work to develop mutual trust, respect, and understanding.

A Better Understanding

We understand that life can be unpredictable and financial positions can change dramatically.  Whether it be from losing a spouse, a recent inheritance, retirement, a costly health emergency, or you are uncertain with current advice, our second opinion service is designed to help you decide if new direction and fresh insight is needed. 

Understanding You

At our initial meeting we will have a personal, face-to-face discussion to gain an understanding of your specific concerns, your short and long-term goals, and what is most important to you.

Our analysis may include a discussion of the following:

Review Your Strategy

During our second meeting we will discuss your original concerns, your current overall plan, and review our recommendations. If we mutually feel it beneficial, we can discuss next steps for an ongoing relationship.