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  When you contact us, we'll provide a brief description of our services, philosophies, methodology and fee structures. We'll direct you to our web site or mail you an introductory packet to help you learn more.  
  The Get Acquainted Meeting or Teleconference is an opportunity for us to exchange information about your needs and objectives, and further discuss which of our services are right for you. We will also provide an estimated fee quote.  
  When we receive your information, we begin to review and develop your financial plan. We prepare initial reports to discuss at our Step 4 meeting.  
  In this interactive meeting, we discuss and clarify the information you have provided thus far. We continue to refine your financial goals and objectives.  
  We edit the initial information as needed and run additional scenarios if applicable. We conclude our research and analysis, and produce final reports for your personal financial plan. We add our observations and recommendations to the plan.  
  In Step 6, we present and review your personal financial plan. We discuss all reports and provide you with a written summary of our observations and specific recommendations.  
  If you need and desire our help with plan implementation and follow up, at the conclusion of Step 6 we will discuss what might be an appropriate ongoing plan with you. Periodic update meetings and reviews are also recommended.  
     
 
Financial Planning Sequence
 
 
 
 
Step 1: Community Outreach or Initial Inquiry
 
 
Step 2: Get Acquainted Meeting or Teleconference
 
 
Step 3: Data Gathering and Initial Preparation
 
 
Step 4: Interactive Goal Setting Meeting or Teleconference
 
 
Step 5: Analysis and Plan Formulation
 
 
Step 6: Presentation of Your Financial Plan
 
 
Step 7: Plan Implementation and Follow Up
 
     
 
Client Actions / Responsibilities
 
 
 
  If our services appear to fit your needs, we'll schedule a Get Acquainted Meeting (can be done on the phone or in person). You can review our introductory materials, or visit our web site if you wish to learn more, then contact us for Step 2.  
  When you decide to engage our services, we will give you a list of additional data or information which we will need to begin formulating your financial plan. One-half of the estimated total fee is due at the time of this engagement.  
  In Step 3, you gather the data requested, and complete your cash flow worksheet and risk tolerance questionnaire. You may fax or mail this information to us before our next meeting. Upon receipt of it, we will schedule our Step 4 meeting.  
  In this Interactive Goal Setting Meeting, you have another opportunity to clarify your current situation, financial goals and objectives. Come with any additional questions or concerns you may have.  
  As we move into Step 5, you simply schedule a meeting or teleconference 1 or 2 weeks after our Step 4 meeting. The ball is in our court in the interim. Revisit our web site to stay current on the changing world of personal finance and investments.  
  Congratulations! At this point, you will hold a personalized blueprint, custom designed to meet your financial goals. Full payment of the balance for actual fees incurred is due at the conclusion of your plan presentation meeting.  
  Proper implementation is crucial to reaching your financial goals. Whether you now implement and monitor the plan yourself, or engage us to provide a portion or all of these services for you, we urge prompt action.  
   
  Phase Two: Select a Service Option
   
 
     
 
Hourly Continuing Client Program
 
 
 
  You elect to continue on an as-needed basis.

You call whenever you wish to initiate services (for instance: market conditions change or you have a major life change).

The ball is always in your court.

We are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

 
 
     
 
Hourly Continuing Client Program
 
 
 
  You elect to continue on a regularly scheduled, ongoing basis.

We are pro-active in reminding you to schedule periodic reviews. Many clients like to come in for an update visit every 6 mos.

Once we remind you that you are due for a review, you are responsible for calling up to set it up.

We meet at these set intervals to review and monitor your plan and/or investment portfolio and make adjustments as needed.

You may wish to call us at other times. We encourage you to call whenever you have a change in your personal circumstances, when there is a change in the marketplace, or when you think a more frequent consultation would be beneficial.

We assist you in setting up your accounts and implementing your financial plan, if you wish.

You receive a password and have access to information posted on the "Clients Only" portion of our web site. If applicable, you may also access your investment accounts online.

The ball is most always in your court.

 
 
     
 
Ongoing Retainer Client Program
 
 
 
  You elect to engage our services on an on-going, retainer basis.

Retainer fee is based on a percentage of assets under management and may be adjusted based on the complexity of your unique situation.

A retainer engagement is appropriate for clients who wish to transfer the supervision and monitoring of their investment portfolio.

We perform all implementation for you.

We agree upon frequency of meetings, frequency and type of reporting and services desired.

Common review frequency is quarterly or semi-annually, however, you may call at any time for advice and consultation.

We call you to set up all reviews.

You receive a password and have access to information posted on the "Clients Only" portion of our web site.

If applicable, you may also view and access your investment accounts online.

You receive preference regarding scheduling and availability over clients who contact us on an as-needed basis.

The ball is in our court, period. We maintain a high level of reporting and communication with you.

 
 
   

 


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