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Bill Stevens |
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(612) 326-6452 |
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Business Description |
Bill Stevens has been in the top ten of the Winner's Circle "Top Wealth Advisors" in Minnesota for three consecutive years. Also rated in "Top 100 Independent Advisors" in the US. Named a "Five-Star Advisor" by Twin Cities Business and MPLS/St Paul magazine.
Credentials within our firm include: CFP, CFA,CPA, CPA/CFS, ChFC, CLU, MBA, PFS, Series 4, 6, 7, 24, 31, 63, 65, 66.
Vision: To provide an-all inclusive service that saves our clients time and expense while increasing their portfolio and protecting their assets.
Mission: To honor a fiduciary relationship of respect and integrity by providing innovative and comprehensive financial planning, premier products and service of superior quality which meet or exceed client expectations of bringing real value to their current needs and future legacy. |
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General Information |
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| Name of Broker/Dealer: |
LPL Financial Corporation
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| States Licensed in: |
MN, AZ, CA, CO, FL, IA, MA, MD, MI, MS, NC, NH, NY, OR, TN, TX, WI
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| Years of Experience in Financial Services: |
35
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| Number of Years with Current Firm: |
14
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| I work with the following types of clients: |
Businesses, Individual Investors
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Education |
| Academic Background |
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| BA, History - University of Minnesota |
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| Investment Types: |
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), Alternative Investments, Options & Futures, Mutual Funds, Insurance, Annuities, Stocks, Bonds
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Qualifications & Memberships |
| Certifications, Accreditations & Designations: |
Chartered Life Underwriter (CLUŽ), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®)
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| Securities Licenses: |
Series 7, Series 24, Series 65
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| Insurance and Annuity Licenses: |
Annuity, Disability, Life, Long Term Care, Variable Annuity, Variable Life
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Firm Information |
| Number of Advisors in Office: |
10 - 99 employees
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| I work with clients as part of a team: |
Yes
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| Firm's Number of Clients: |
350
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| Firm's Number of Planning Clients: |
275
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| Firm's Number of Managed Clients: |
275
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| Assets Managed by Firm: |
$300,000,000
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Compliance |
| Registered Investment Advisor: |
Yes
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| Registered Representative: |
Yes
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| Investment Advisor Representative: |
Yes
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| Compliance Disclosures in Last 5 years: |
I have a clean record
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| Criminal Disclosures in Last 5 years: |
I have a clean record
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Compensation & Fees |
| I am a fee-based financial professional: |
Yes
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| Minimum Portfolio Size for New Managed Accounts: |
$1,000.000
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| Compensation Methods: |
Hourly, Based on Assets, Commissions, Flat Fee
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| Additional Details on Charges: |
We provide fee based planning that ranges from an hourly cost to $10K retainer. Professional tax services are provided in our financial planning agreements but can be billed separately for individuals seeking tax services only. Investments are priced based on a commission or fee based platform. Portfolios that use Asset Under Management platforms can range from a .3% 2.5%/yr. We would gladly assist you with a cost analysis of the services that would meet your current and future needs.
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| Minimum Fee Charged for Managed Accounts: |
$10,000
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| Prepared By: |
Bill Stevens |
Frequently Asked Questions |
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Do you have a customer satisfaction or refund policy? |
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We will refund any unused portion of fees paid to us if a client is not satisfied with our services. |
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What are your qualifications? What is your education background? |
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Our degrees, certifications and licenses include CFP, CFA,CPA, CPA/CFS, ChFC, CLU, MBA, PFS, Series 4, 6, 7, 24, 31, 63, 65, 66. |
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What is your approach to financial planning? |
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We believe all aspects of financial planning should be integrated and coordinated to provide the best results. Therefore, we have tax professionals, investment professionals, corporate benefits experts, etc. all on staff. |
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What services do you offer? |
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We provide every type of financial service and advice, as part of your overall plan. |
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How many clients do you currently manage? |
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Our office has approximately 300 high net worth clients |
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Will you be the only person working with me? |
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No, we are very much a team-oriented organization of professionals who will work together on your account. An Account Manager will be your primary point of contact for all the resources we offer. |
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How are you compensated? How will I pay for your services? |
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We are a fee-based organization. |
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If you are going to manage my account, will you obtain my permission every time you buy or sell something? |
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We can offer either discretionary or non-discretionary accounts. |
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Do you offer any guaranteed results? |
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We do not gurarantee results as an organization; however, if a guarantee is required, we do have some products that have guarantees. |
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How much risk should I be willing to take? |
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This is an entirely personal decision that we can help you make, depending on many factors including your personality, your stage of life and many other considerations that we will discuss with you. |
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Have you ever been charged with any breaches? |
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What services do you provide? What are your specialties? |
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The unique characteristic of our firm is that we provide all the services you need in an integrated package: we will manage your investments, your corporate benefits, your tax planning and preparation, your estate planning and your risk management. And it will all be coordinated to take the best advantage of the combination of all the elements. |
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What is your experience? How many clients do you currently manage? |
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Our firm has been in business for over 20 years and currently has about 300 high net worth clients. |
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What financial institution(s) do you represent? |
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None. We are independent and therefore are free to choose whatever financial instruments are best for you. |
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How do you charge for your services? |
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We are a fee-based organization. |
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Do you provide a free initial consultation? |
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Yes. We will be glad to offer an hour of consultation to explore your needs. |
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Why should I choose you as my financial advisor? |
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Coordinating all aspects of your financial life will result in everything working together to your best advantage. No other firm offers the range of professionals that we do, working together, in house, to your benefit. |
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What are your qualifications? |
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We provide every type of financial service and advice, as part of your overall financial plan. |
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