Financial Advisors in Waukegan, Illinois (Lake County)

The mission of Lake County Financial Planning is to help clients feel financially secure and to achieve the personalized financial goals they seek. We believe that through partnering with clients, we can provide financial advice that will help build a legacy for a lifetime. Lake County Financial Planning is driven to provide tailored solutions that enhance the lives of its clients.

Our mission embodies what we seek to accomplish in our day-to-day activities: “Planning Is a Way of Life.”... 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

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

Jeffrey Kostis, BBA, CDFA, CFP, CPA/PFS, MAcc
Own the moment – and own your futureJK Financial Planning takes a personal approach in helping clients to truly own their financial futures, with personalized solutions designed for each individual situation.Company President Jeff Kostis, CFP®, CDFA(TM), CPA/PFS, brings a valuable human component to the table, standing out in his field as a specialist in managing life-changing events to turn anxieties into opportunities. Jeff helps his clients through transitional events including marriage, divorce, promotion, retirement, and the loss of a loved one, among others. Jeff believes in straight talk and clear solutions, which is why his clients enjoy real confidence in their futures. As an independent, fee-only financial planning firm, JK Financial Planning offers clients the most flexible and responsive relationship available by being on-call when needed, where needed. JK Financial Planning has no asset or fee minimums, and accepts no referral fees or commissions from third parties – so clients know their interests are always paramount. Own your future by owning the moments that shape it. You are invited to call or email Jeff Kostis at JK Financial Planning for a complimentary, no-obligation initial consultation.... See More

Sue Stevens, CFA, CFP, CPA/PFS, MBA, MS
Stevens Wealth Management is an independent fee-only asset management and strategic planning firm located on Chicago’s North Shore in Deerfield, IL. Our mission is to proactively act in our client’s best interest as a fiduciary. Our goal is to help clients attain peace of mind through a process of visionary, comprehensive investment management and retirement strategies. At Stevens Wealth Management we believe a successful advisory relationship is a partnership where all parties bring honesty, integrity and intelligence to the table.... See More

Andrew Feldman, CFP

A J Feldman Financial, LLC is an independent, comprehensive, fee-only investment advisory firm. We work with each client to understand their specific situation and circumstances to create customized, transparent and easy to understand financial plans. Our goal is to give each client peace of mind to help build and maintain future wealth.

At A J Feldman Financial LLC, we identify the best products for each client's needs. We never take a brokerage commission on any products. As a registered investment advisor we adhere to the fiduciary standard. A fiduciary standard means that we put your interests first.
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Scott Baril, CFP, CPA/PFS, MBA
Baril Advisors is a state registered investment adviser in the states of Illinois and Arizona. The firm provides independent fee-only financial planning and investment advisory services to individuals, families and business owners. Our office is conveniently located on Lake Cook Road and Weidner Road.... See More

David Theis, BS, CFP
We specialize in Retirees Fee-Only Financial Advisors, Ltd. is a Retiree-centered firm, with over 20 years of financial experience, committed to helping clients achieve their financial goals. Why choose Fee-Only Financial Advisors, Ltd.? Retiree FocusPersonal AttentionCaring and CompetentWe can help you answer these questions: InvestmentsAre you taking too much risk?Are your investments managed properly?Retirement IncomeWill you have the income you need?Will your income keep pace with healthcare costs?Tax ReductionHave you minimized your income tax & property tax?Have you minimized your estate tax?
We work for You The only compensation we receive is what you pay us directly. We accept no commissions, referral fees, or reimbursements from our recommendations. Our interests are aligned with yours.... See More

Carin Roman, CFP
CCP, Inc. is a Fee-Only firm offering financial planning and portfolio management services to individuals and families since 1985. We address the areas of investments, insurance, retirement planning, tax planning, college education funding and estate planning tailored to the individual client's needs and lifestyle. With a focus on diversification, discipline and resource maximization, CCP, Inc. partners with our clients to help them achieve their financial and life goals.... See More

Jeffrey Smith, CFA, CFP, MBA
North Shore Investment Consulting, based in Wilmette, Illinois, is a fee-only financial planning practice that specializes in exemplary, low-cost portfolio management. The following is a brief overview of our firm: Our diverse client base includes individuals, families, professionals and retirees.We have unparalleled experience, credentials and understanding of global markets and the ability to structure portfolios that best support our clients unique objectives.We appreciate the need for, and highly value, proactive communication with clients, especially when market conditions become unstable.It is key that we meet/speak with our clients several times per year to discuss markets as well as understand changes in personal circumstances that may impact how assets are best managed.Our low-cost approach to planning is amongst the most competitive in the industry. Never will a client incur a sales load or other type of charge. We adhere to a fixed percentage of assets under management fee schedule. No hidden fees, simple to understand.We provide clients with access to no-load mutual funds offered by Dimensional Fund Advisors, a top-tier manager. These highly-rated funds are not available to the general investing public.Clients are relieved of the responsibilities associated with managing portfolios, and instead, are free to focus on other important aspects of their lives, such as families and other personal pursuits.Founded in 2001 by a seasoned investment professional with over 25 years of private and institutional portfolio management experience. Our clients work with an actual portfolio manager, not a salesperson or broker.Please... See More

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

Danielle Schultz, CDFA, CFP
Haven Financial Solutions is a fee-only financial planning firm. That means our only product is service to you. “Fee-only” means we receive no commissions or referral fees, so we have no interest in selling you any financial products. You can trust us to offer you professional financial advice tailored to your own unique needs and goals. We can work with you on a comprehensive investment portfolio design and management, or on an hourly, as-needed basis,
Contact us today for more information on our services and to schedule an initial consultation..




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Thomas Zimmerman, CFP
At ZWM, we serve high-net worth clients with comprehensive financial planning and asset management services (wealth management). We are a fee-only firm, acting as a fiduciary for our clients. We receive no commissions, nor any payments from anyone other than our clients. ZWM provides objective advice, and we have achieved competitive returns, while usually providing lower-than-market volatility. Another one of our primary goals is to deliver the best in personalized service. Prior to opening ZWM, Tom Zimmerman advised the same clients while a partner at another firm. Most of Tom's clients have been with him for over 10 years, and many for over 20 years. Please visit our website, www.ZimmermanWealth.com for more information. Feel free to contact us to learn more about our firm, and to obtain references. We look forward to the opportunity to learn about your situation, and to see if ZWM would be a good fit for you.... See More

Janice Hennessy, CFP, CPA
For over 20 years, ShankerValleau has been providing impartial, objective advice to help individuals and families achieve their personal and professional financial goals.
We have a very experienced and highly educated team of professionals. In addition to being Certified Financial Planners, all are either Certified Public Accountants or have advanced education degrees.
We work closely with our clients to understand their long-term goals which may include building their wealth, creating a retirement income strategy, or navigating a life transition.
We manage our clients' portfolios by designing globally diverse portfolios with a strong sensitivity to minimizing taxes and costs whenever possible.
Currently we have over 200 wealth client relationships, manage over 500 investment portfolios and prepare over 400 tax returns each year.
We believe that building trust and continuity is important in our financial planning relationships which is why we do not provide financial planning services on an hourly basis. Our asset management minimum is $1 million and our annual asset management fee starts at 1% on the first $2 million and decreases as assets increase.... See More