A resident of Monmouth County since 1968, Dan is a graduate of Monmouth University in West Long Branch with a B.S. in Psychology. In 1999 Dan recognized the need for personalized investment advice by working with employees of the small business pension plan market. As a result, he has become a strong influence in crafting a solution for this underserved population.
Dan specializes in delivering wealth management solutions to a growing affluent population. His customizable six step process designs and implements clear strategies that have the potential to increase the probability of long term financial security.
His twenty years as a trader in the U.S. Treasury markets for firms including Garban LLC and Cantor Fitzgerald have provided him with an immense and diverse experience in the global capital markets.
Today Dan delivers his consulting process to clients by designing and implementing sound strategies for pursuing their wealth management and preservation goals while collaborating with their other trusted advisers, including their legal team and tax team.
In his spare time, Dan continues his discipline as a martial artist and travels with his family in pursuit of exotic surfing destinations.
Assisting clients in understanding where they are today can be critical in setting attainable financial and personal goals for the future. We are a fee based "Wealth Management" firm that takes a comprehensive approach to clarifying and organizing our client's financial affairs. We provide ongoing education and insight to navigating the complexities of growing and maintaining "Wealth" while our clients benefit from a more balanced life. Our pledge is to provide quality information so that individuals may make sound choices about their financial future. Ultimately, our greatest impact may be the confidence that comes with working with an Adviser that will educate his clients in the options that are available,and implement those strategies in simple and easy to understand terms.
General Information |
| Firm Start Year: | 1998 | |
| No. of Employees: | 5-9 | |
| Insurance License#: | 9943468 |
| Name of Broker/Dealer: | Cetera Advisors LLC |
| Name of Custodial Firm: | Fidelity, Assetmark Trust, TD Ameritrade |
| States Licensed in: | All States as an RIA |
| Number of Years with Current Firm: | 19 |
| Work with the following types of clients: | Businesses, Individual Investors, Non-Profit Organizations, Pension Plans |
| Advisory Services Provided: | Tax Advice and Services, Financial Planning for Individuals, Money Management, Wealth Management, Portfolio Management, Financial Advice & Consulting |
Services |
| Investment Types: | Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), Bonds, Stocks, Fee Based Managed Accounts, Insurance, Annuities, Alternative Investments, Mutual Funds, Commodities, Socially Responsible Investments (SRI) |
| Can meet clients in the following ways: | Our Office, Phone, Your Office, Video Conference |
Qualifications & Memberships |
| Insurance and Annuity Licenses: | Variable Life, Variable Annuity, Long Term Care, Disability, Annuity, Life |
| Financial Organization Memberships: | Financial Planning Association (FPA) |
Firm Information |
| Firm's Number of Clients: | 92 |
| Firm's Number of Planning Clients: | 35 |
| Firm's Number of Managed Clients: | 92 |
| Assets Managed by Firm: | $40mm |
| Advisor's Number of Clients: | 92 |
| Advisor's Number of Managed Clients: | 92 |
| Advisor's Number of Planning Clients: | 35 |
| Assets Managed by Advisor: | $40mm |
Compensation and Fees |
| Fee Structure: | Fee-Based |
| Minimum Portfolio Size for New Managed Accounts: | 500k |
| Compensation Methods: | Based on Assets, Hourly, Flat Fee |
| Fee % Based on Assets: | 1.0%-1.50% |
| Hourly Rate: | $300 |
| Flat Fee Rate: | $2000 |
| Additional Details on Charges: | Initial consultation will determine which service is most appropriate for a client. |
Education |
| BS - Psycology | Monmouth University
- West Long Branch, New Jersey September 1975-June 1979 |
Financial Services |
| Financial Advice & Consulting
"DC Strategies" is a Wealth Management firm that takes a comprehensive approach to clarifying and organizing our clients financial affairs. We provide ongoing education and insight to navigating the complexities of growing and maintaining Wealth while our clients benefit from a more balanced life. Our pledge is to provide quality information so that our clients may make sound choices about their financial future. |
| Financial Planning for Individuals
"DC Strategies" Investment Management provides its clients with strategies and solutions to help get them where they want to go. We will help you understand your current financial situation and clarify your goals. We then provide you with a written plan designed to help you to meet your goals. |
| Portfolio Management
We will work with you to create an investment strategy that seeks to keep you on course in a variety of market
conditions, we need to understand your circumstances and what you want to accomplish. We work with you to answer a number of key questions. |
| Tax Advice and Services
- Personalized review of your tax return to highlight
opportunities for maximizing tax reduction strategies |
| Investment Advice & Management
What are the Benefits of Asset Management? |
| Wealth Management
We will assist you in understanding where you are today in order to set attainable financial and personal goals for the future. |
| Money Management
Portfolio Management Services: |
| Financial Advice & Consulting
"DC Strategies" is a "Wealth Management" firm that takes a comprehensive approach to clarifying and organizing our client's financial affairs. We provide ongoing education and insight to navigating the complexities of growing and maintaining "Wealth" while our clients benefit from a more balanced life. Our pledge is to provide quality information so that our clients may make sound choices about their financial future. |
FAQs |
Why should I choose you as my financial advisor?A comprehensive approach to Wealth Management that designs and delivers a individualized solution in easy to understand terms. |
What are your qualifications? What is your education background?28 years in the Financial services industry. B.A. in Psychology, Monmouth University. |
How are you compensated? How will I pay for your services?Flat,hourly and assets under management based fee for service. |
If you are going to manage my account, will you obtain my permission every time you buy or sell something?Our assets under management are based on non decretionary basis. |
How many clients do you currently manage?92 |
Disclosures |
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WiserAdvisor provides referrals to financial professionals. WiserAdvisor is not a current client of advisor or advisory services. Financial professionals pay cash compensation for these referrals, which creates the incentive for WiserAdvisor to make these referrals, resulting in a conflict of interest. |
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Additional Detailed Disclosures |
Registered Investment Advisor:
Yes
Registered Representative:
Yes
Investment Advisor Representative:
Yes
Acknowledged fiduciary:
Yes
| Mon. | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tue. | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wed. | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thu. | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Fri. | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| All States |
Newsweek,New Jersey Wealth Managers
Introduction - Dan Chen
When: 2017
Details:Dan's primary focus in working with clients is to provide education, insight and knowledge so that they clearly understand the options that are available to them.
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