Financial Advisors in Barrington, Illinois (Lake County)

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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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

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

Sebold Capital Management is an independent fee-only wealth management firm that provides personal financial planning and investment management to high net worth individuals, families and their related entities, trusts and estates, and family businesses. Sebold Capital Management works with clients to define financial objectives and to develop strategies for reaching those objectives, some of which may include: identification of financial problems, cash flow and budget management, tax planning, risk exposure review, investment management, education funding, retirement planning, estate planning, charitable goals, special needs planning, family business succession issues, fringe benefits, and/or other issues specific to the client.... 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

Jennifer Sanchez, BS, CFP, CPA
Integral Financial Planning LLC is a fee-only comprehensive financial planning firm, and our mission is to assist our clients in making their financial goals a reality. The name “Integral“ was chosen to reflect our financial planning philosophy. Integral is defined as all-encompassing, comprehensive and inclusive. The Integral Approach incorporates many different perspectives, styles and methodologies into a holistic plan. We review our clients’ entire financial situation, apply our extensive experience, and then construct a personalized plan. Our customized strategies include the areas of cash management, investments, retirement analysis, college planning, risk management, estate planning and other financial topics identified through the comprehensive review process.... See More

Jeffrey Dvorak, CFP
4D is an independent financial advisory and asset management firm at the leading edge of new thinking and innovative practice on personal financial planning. We are committed to creating customized financial solutions to meet our clients’ needs. Our goal is to become your trusted partner. We want you to feel better about life in general because you have set a course to achieve your financial goals. That, to us, is the core of personal financial success.... See More

Sean Sebold, BA, CFA, CFP, MBA
Sebold Capital Management, Inc. is a fee-only wealth management firm that creates maximum value for high net-worth clients. We commit to putting your needs first, providing unrivaled service guided by your priorities. We work to accomplish your goals by utilizing a holistic view of your assets and applying our deep expertise to deliver honest, straightforward advice that is refreshing to hear in this industry. Some of our clients have a clear vision for their future; others need help shaping one. With our wealth management process, Sebold Capital will help sharpen your focus, create tangible steps for moving forward, support you over the long term, give you the flexibility to recalibrate your course as life often requires, and help successful small and mid-size business owners transform their finances to make work optional.
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Sophie Kaluziak, CFP, CPA
Vista Financial Planning provides comprehensive financial planning to individuals and couples. Vista's clients range from those just starting their careers to retirees.
Vista integrates into the planning process the six areas that are crucial for achieving personal financial success, i.e. budgeting/cash flow, investment management, retirement planning, tax management (planning and preparation), estate planning, and risk management (insurance).
Vista believes financial planning is a process and works with clients on an ongoing basis to help them achieve their goals.
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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

Elizabeth Buffardi, CFP, CPA
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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

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