Financial Advisors in Des Plaines, Illinois (Cook County)

Michelle Smalenberger, CFP

Patrick Sweeney, CFP, CPA
Patrick M Sweeney & Associates, Inc. was formed in 2001 to service clients looking to better navigate their financial paths. Our approach is to offer straightforward advice and a simplified financial plan. The success of our firm has predominately been built on referrals. We are grateful for the trust clients have exhibited in us over the years.
Each individual or family starts with a financial plan which is used as a roadmap to create and manage wealth. Our goal is to have successful clients. We will not sell you any products generating commission income.... See More

Michael Knight, CFP
If you are an experienced investor, Knight Investment Planning can provide a portfolio check up that will measure risk, return, tax efficiency and costs. If you are a new investor, Knight Investment Planning can help you get started (at any age) by constructing a low cost and diversified investment portfolio.... See More

Laurence Kuhl, BBA, CPA/PFS, MBA
Comprehensive Fee Only Financial Planning. Fees may be paid by quartely retainer, fixed amounts for specific projects, or hourly.Offer the experienced services of a CPA since 1972, a Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) since 1996, and a NAPFA Registered Financial Advisor since 1997. A PFS is financial planner who is first a CPA.Only about 1% of CPAs are also Personal Financial Specialists (PFS).Tax Returns and Tax Planning.Retirement Planning and Distribution Planning.Investment Planning.Estate Planning.College Funding Planning.Insurance Planning.... See More

UFAC’s clients are generally mid to high net worth individuals seeking financial planning and investment advice from an objective, unaffiliated service. The firm services clients located across the United States as well as several residing overseas.

UFAC offers its clients a comprehensive array of planning services including financial planning, tax planning and compliance services, and estate and trust planning and administration. The firm also provides its clients objective investment advisory services. UFAC does not sell insurance or annuities, nor does it receive any commission or load on any investment product. All services are rendered on an unbundled, fee-only basis to ensure objectivity and neutrality in delivery. This means the client pays only for planning and advisory services required. Financial planning services are not rendered for “free” in hopes the firm will be retained for investment advisory services. Further, investment advisory fees are priced to efficiently cover their costs of delivery and not to subsidize marketing efforts or planning services to others.... See More

Elizabeth Buffardi, CFP, CPA
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Christopher Long, CFP, MBA
Long Financial Planning offers Comprehensive Financial Planning services for individuals and 401k advisory services for Small Businesses.
Our full planning process is very thorough. The initial plan takes place over a series of 4 meetings and covers everything from goal setting, investment recommendations, 'what if' scenario development for major decisions, to estate planning. Clients who complete the full plan have the opportunity to become retainer clients who receive ongoing planning assistance and investment management.
We also offer a one-time 3-hour planning session for clients whose situation is less complicated and want to implement any recommendations themselves.
Use the quiz on our website to see which service is the best fit for your needs.
We also serve as advisors to small business on their 401k plans. We assist them with developing an investment policy statement, provide investment recommendation options to the plan and monitor them, as well as provide employee education. Since we do not sell products, we can provide our clients with advice that is in the client's best interest and not tainted by product sales. Using our approach our clients have been able to substantially reduce the costs of their 401k plans.
See how your company's 401k plan stacks up using the evaluation tool on our website.
Christopher Long is a Certified Financial Planner(r). His education background includes a BA in Economics from Yale, and a MBA from Stanford.... See More

Henry Gorecki, CFP
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Robert Finley, CFA, CFP
Virtue Asset Management is a fee-only independent investment advisor serving the greater Chicago area and helping institutions and high net worth individuals across the country.
You have a different set of needs and a different risk/reward tolerance. At Virtue Asset Management, you will receive personalized, customized solutions tailored to your needs-not prepackaged, inflexible, one-size-fits-all options.
As part of our investment process we provide initial and continuing financial planning. We believe financial planning is essential to the client experience. It helps us establish the goals of your wealth and combine it with the appropriate risk tolerance level.
To identify the proper goals, we look at the complete financial picture, set goals, create a path to follow and then hold ongoing discussions to stay on point. Our tools allow us to customize and make dynamic changes during our meetings to your financial plan. The result gives us a path to follow and a guide to review throughout our relationship.... See More

Lois Basil, CFP
Basil Financial Group LLC is a fee-only financial planning firm that specializes in providing holistic financial planning services to individuals and their families.
As a financial professional, my passion is helping people make smart decisions about their money. I created Basil Financial Group to provide comprehensive and unbiased financial planning for individuals and their families. I love what I do because I know it helps my clients have happier relationships and more fulfilling lives.
When we start working together, we will talk about your needs and how you want to lead your life. My goal is to create a comfortable, confidential environment where you feel free to discuss your financial and personal concerns. Based upon that information, I will help you create a financial plan that supports your vision. The plan will be comprehensive and include everything from tax preparation and planning to investment strategies, insurance, and estate and real estate planning.
For all the work we do together, I charge just one annual retainer fee. That means you can meet with or speak to me any time during the year if you have new questions or as your situation or goals change.
I owned my own Chicago-based accounting firm for 13 years before enrolling in Northwestern University's Certified Financial Planner™ program, and I am a Registered Investment Advisor with the State of Illinois. I serve as an elected board member of the Alliance of Comprehensive Planners, a national group of fee-only financial advisors. I am also a registered financial advisor with NAPFA, the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors.
I understand that your situation is unique and that you need a financial plan that reflects YOUR life and YOUR financial goals. Why don't we get started today?... See More

Kara Beth Vance, CFP
Timothy Financial Counsel, Inc. is unique among fee-only financial planners who provide hourly advice. Established over a decade ago by an experienced fee-only wealth advisor, our firm uses a team approach, allowing our clients to tap into a deep well of knowledge and expertise. We focus exclusively on planning and hourly counsel that is customized to each client's unique situation. We do not manage assets but do provide tailored advice so that clients can partner with us but still continue to have ultimate control. Timothy Financial has no income or net worth requirements and our clients come from a variety of backgrounds: new graduates to retirees, small business owners to corporate executives, young parents to grandparents. Our clients value the objectivity that our hourly-only model provides. They also appreciate that Timothy Financial receives no product-based commissions, asset management fees or any hidden fees. We invite you to explore our website or call us to learn more.
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Colin Chase, CFP, MBA
Mindful Money Financial Counsel, LLC is a Chicago-based investment advisory firm offering fee-only financial planning and investment advice. We work with individuals, families and small business owners, many of whom are interested in integrating their finances with their values.
Everyone needs someone in their life they can trust, especially when it comes to financial matters. Mindful Money Financial Counsel, LLC was created to give people a place to get trusted advice. Because we operate on a fee-only basis -- rather than a commission-based system where advisors are merely selling you a financial product -- we are able to work for you to provide objective advice to help you move towards your goals and vision. If you are seeking to achieve more fulfillment, satisfaction, and financial peace in your life, then Mindful Money Financial Counsel, LLC may be the right choice for you. We provide advice to everyone from the seasoned experienced investor to the new couple getting their finances in order.... See More

Joseph Alotta, BS, CFP, CFS, MA, MBA
Joseph Alotta has been a financial counselor and investment manager for over 30 years with clients from all walks of life. He has held executive positions at several large institutional banks: JP Morgan Chase, Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs. He hold a BS in Economics and an MBA in Finance from New York University, and a diploma in Financial Planning from DePaul University. He is also a Certified Finacial Planner, a Registered Investment Advisor and a member of the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors, the most respected professional organization.Mr. Alotta's background is in systems engineering and statistics. His primary focus is managing portfolios of utility and industrial stocks. He speaks on the topics of stock investing, financial planning, precious metal investing, computer security and privacy. He lives in Westmont and his office is in Oak Brook.... See More

William Keffer, CDFA, CFP, ChFC, CLU, MBA
Our Mission: To provide hourly, as-needed, independent financial planning to families and individuals in Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Naperville and nearby DuPage communities. Your retirement, college, 401k and investment planning will be handled by a Certified Financial Planner™ with no products to sell and no account minimums. We are a fee-only CFP®, compensated solely by clients. Our cost-conscious, objective approach helps you act confidently. ... See More

Brian Thompson, CFP, JD
I started Brian Thompson Financial with a simple goal: to educate and empower a new generation to align their life with their money. Now's the time. I'm here to help.
Young adulthood is a complex time, especially in this era of marriage equality, the Affordable Care Act, convoluted tax laws and widespread student debt. You'll have a tangle of conflicting obligations but also a lot of opportunity for richness, joy and choice in the future.
Now more than ever, Generation X and Y LGBTQ couples, families and professionals need someone they can trust on their side. That's where I come in.
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and tax attorney, I have the experience and expertise to help you help navigate the complexity of your personal, professional and financial lives. My role is to be your objective, supportive voice that helps bring to your attention new opportunities, avoid missteps, and offer advice based on what matters most to you.
Whether you're preparing for marriage or home ownership, ready to start a family or change careers, chiseling down debt or just want a better handle on your budget, together, we'll tackle your questions to help you thrive now and in the future by making good decisions today.
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