Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do you work under a fiduciary standard?
Yes. This means that we have the legal and ethical obligation to do what is in the client best interest at all times.
2. How do I make an appointment?
You are welcome to schedule a meeting online by clicking here, or by calling our office at (714) 919-4446.
3. Where are you located?
We have two offices. One in Southern California, in the city of Orange, and one in Northern California, in the city of San Francisco. However, we have multiple meeting locations available throughout the state of California. We are happy to schedule your meeting in one of our meeting locations that will be closest to you.
4. Do you work with clients outside of California?
Yes, where properly registered. For example, we currently work with clients in AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, KS, NC, OH, OR, TX, VA, and WA.
5. How should I prepare for my first meeting?
List of questions: We recommend that you prepare and list your questions ahead of your meeting. You are welcome to bring them with you, or send them to us ahead of your scheduled meeting.
Please bring with you the following documents:
- Most recent retirement plans (ex. 401K's, IRA's, 403b's, Pension plan, etc), investment account, and bank statements.
- Most recent Personal and/or Corporate Tax Returns
- Projected Income for this year/Pay Stubs
- If you are going through an employment transition or are transitioning into retirement, we also recommend that you bring any documentation provided by your former employer (ex. Letter of separation, severance information, medical plan and life insurance details, unemployment award letters, etc).
6. What are your fees?
Your first meeting is complimentary. It will give you the opportunity to ask questions and receive important information.
Hourly Fee: After your first and in some cases second meeting, charges for subsequent meetings will be determined by your individual situation and the services you are seeking.
Financial Plan Document Fee: The fee for the Financial Plan document will be determined by the complexity of your situation and planning areas the plan will include (ex. Comprehensive plan vs an estate planning analysis only). On average, the fee for a comprehensive plan will range from $2,600 to $5,200.
You may go forward under an annual management fee (as a percentage of funds actively managed through us), which will also include subsequent consultations in person or by phone without incurring any hourly fees.
We are happy to provide you with a schedule of fees during your meeting. An estimate and scope of work will be provided prior to engagement.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to call us at 714-919-4446 or send us a note by completing the form below.