Specialized Services2024-09-13T21:26:00+00:00

specialized services

We realize that with wealth comes more stewardship and a need for levels of expertise. This is why we offer specialized services and access to both our team of advisors and trusted partners to help you consider sophisticated solutions tailored to fit your needs. Specialized services we offer are:
  • Real estate investing
  • Advise on employer-sponsored retirement plans

  • Private trust services
  • Charitable planning
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real estate investing

We would love to talk to you about real estate investing. We don’t just advise, but we also are real estate investors ourselves with 48 years of shared real estate experience.

advise on your employer-sponsored retirement plan

401k, 403b, 457 Advantage

We can advise on employer-sponsored retirement plans and we can manage your employer-sponsored accounts.

private trust services

Private Trust Services  – GIA can continue to serve your estate as the trusted point of contact and Investment Advisor. By working with your estate planning attorney, we can help you design your trust documents so that GIA can continue to serve the people and causes that you love. GIA will then partner with your trustee to serve the investment advisory relationship between your trust and its beneficiaries.

We can advise our clients in the general benefits of:

  • Special Needs Trusts

  • Intervivos Trust

  • Testament Trust

  • Charitable Remainder Trust

  • Charitable Lead Trust

  • Spendthrift Trusts

  • Credit Shelter Trust / Bypass Trust

  • Qualified Terminable Interest Property Trust

charitable planning – 5 ways to give

We can help advise you on the best ways to share your wealth with the people and causes that you love. The 5 ways we offer advice are through the DAF (Donor Advised Fund, CRT (Charitable Remainder Trusts), CLT (Charitable Lead Trusts), establishing a private foundation, or using your desired charity’s Pooled Income Fund.

get started

We realize that with wealth comes more complexity and we want to help guide you through them with enlightened solutions. Schedule a short intro call with our GIA consultant to get started.

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how to hire us

Get on a call

STEP 1

schedule your intro call

Reach out to us to schedule a complimentary introductory call. We’ll discuss your financial needs and goals and together, we can decide if our services are best tailored to your needs.

Meet with an advisor

STEP 2

meet with a CFP® professional wealth advisor

In a free consultation, one of our advisors will discuss managing your investments and get a better understanding of your current financial situation and retirement goals. We’ll also explain how we can partner to create a personalized financial plan and guide you as you pursue a meaningful retirement.

Join our client family

STEP 3

achieve your retirement goals

Once you have decided to move forward with our services, our team will get to work on designing your retirement plan and implementing your wealth management goals so you can enjoy peace of mind and focus on living your life, confident in your journey towards a secure financial future.

FAQs

Do I have enough money to retire with confidence and security?2024-08-26T21:59:23+00:00

Trying to figure out if you have enough money to retire the way you want can be stressful. Our team of expert advisors can help you determine when the best time is for you to retire based on your circumstances and financial goals. Our advisors want to help you have confidence and security in your retirement plan so that you can retire when you’re ready with peace of mind that you can retire the way you want. If that is not possible, then your advisor can help you make a suitable plan that works for you.

Can I hire someone to help me create a retirement plan but not manage my investments?2024-03-12T13:52:23+00:00

Yes, we offer hourly paid retirement planning.

Depending on your needs and the complexity of your plan, this could range from $1,000 up to $3,000 for a comprehensive financial plan. 

How much are the fees?2024-08-26T22:05:20+00:00

Our fees are calculated based on your assets under management (AUM) with us, with a minimum of $1000, quarterly. The overall effective rate decreases as the AUM increases, and the fees are typically taken directly from your investment accounts on a quarterly basis.

Under this model, you will have access to all of our services and team. To view our client advisory agreement, click here.

What are my next steps?2024-09-04T16:23:04+00:00

The first step is to schedule an intro call. 

Next, you will have a free consultation in our office. If you are local, we would love to meet with you in person, but we can accommodate you virtually if you prefer.

Thereafter, it is up to you if you want to schedule a second consultation to continue the conversation.

If you are ready to engage our firm, we will set up a meeting to sign the necessary documents and get you started on your journey as part of our client family! 

What can I expect on the intro call?2024-08-26T22:06:39+00:00

On your introductory call, our consultant will ask you questions to get to know your story and financial goals.

If you want to prepare, the most thought provoking question you will be asked to answer is: “If we were meeting again 3-5 years from today, and you were looking back over time–what would need to happen to be happy with your financial progress?”

Our consultant will also ask you about your pain points, whether you have worked with a previous advisor, what success looks like when working with an advisor, any debt you might have, income streams, investments and your retirement plan. Our consultant will spend time addressing your questions and, if you request it, will set up a free follow-up consultation with one of our advisors. 

When is the best time to hire a financial advisor?2024-08-26T22:08:06+00:00
  • You lack confidence in your current financial plan and want to know what you don’t know to help remove uncertainty and bring security.
  • Managing your assets has become increasingly stressful on your own.
  • You are unhappy with your current advisor.
  • You want to collaborate with a financial professional before making big financial decisions, such as deciding when to retire.
  • You realize you have handled most (if not all) of your investments, and your spouse needs someone they trust and can turn to for help if they outlive you.
  • You retire or change employers.
  • You need help deciding when to take your Pension or if it’s better to take the lump sum payout. 
  • You want advice on a tax planning and minimization strategy when it comes to managing your investments. 
  • You have a large amount of cash, such as after selling property or a business. 
  • You receive a significant inheritance.
Why should I hire a financial advisor?2024-08-26T22:09:02+00:00
  • You’ve probably heard the quote, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
    • Making decisions with a trusted financial advisor has proven time and time again to provide better outcomes than making decisions without a financial advisor. 
  • Please don’t take our word for it. Just search Google (or a different search engine if you prefer) with the phrase,
    • How much higher are the returns for investors who work with a financial advisor?
  • In a study done by Vanguard found that “advisors can potentially add 3% or more to a client’s net investment returns by picking cost-effective investments, behavioral coaching, and more.”
    • You might be surprised to see how much faster investments can grow over time, with an annual 3% increase.
  • Consider asking a friend who has hired a financial advisor why they hired one. And while you’re at it, check out our Google reviews online, where many of our clients shared why they hired us. 
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