David brings more than 26 years of professional financial planning and investment management experience. He earned a Bachelors of Science degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University in Florida. In 2000, David earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation from the College of Financial Planning in Colorado.
David is a firm believer in the principles and biblically based curriculum that Dave Ramsey has developed for managing money. He is a graduate of The Legacy Journey by Dave Ramsey and has taught financial literacy classes at his church. Early in Davids career, he was a member of a well-established financial planning firm in his hometown of West Palm Beach, Florida. He gained invaluable experience while working on comprehensive financial plans for wealthy families. As an expert in Retirement Analysis and Asset Management, he is focused on creating tailored solutions for his clients. David is passionate about his profession and appreciates the opportunity to help individuals and families realize their dreams.
While not on the job, David really enjoys involvement in the community, the outdoors and seeing the world that God has provided for us, especially with his family! His daughter Ashley graduated from Wake Forest University in North Carolina and Megan is a Sophomore at Liberty University in Virginia. David is currently serving on the board of directors for The Place of Forsyth. He has written several articles for the local newspaper as he explores Forsyth County on his Food Adventures. He has enjoyed the Rotary club, Leadership Forsyth, Jesses House, Abba House, Mentor Me, and Meals by Grace. David loves being a part of Browns Bridge Church; hearing Andy Stanley speak and his involvement with the small groups like Thrive and Moneywise.
Our mission is to provide value to your overall financial
picture. Finances affect every aspect of our lives, so we work
diligently to build a personal relationship with you and to
understand your unique situation. With over 70 years combined
experience, you can feel secure that our team will be able to
provide you with unbiased guidance that adheres to the
fiduciary standard. We walk you through our simplified, yet
detailed, process to develop a customized plan to help you
reach your financial goals. We believe our approach adds a
broader perspective to all we do and provides you with peace
of mind that comes from having a plan and an experienced team
in your corner.
Changing to a career you love?
Retiring early?
Not depending on your kids for support?
Being outrageously generous to those in need?
Financial Freedom is more than just being debt-free and able
to cover your expenses. Its about doing what you want to do.
Let us help you develop a strategy to meet your goals. Having
a plan and working with an advisor can help keep you
accountable and take the emotion out of financial decision
making. With a combined 70+ years of experience, we have seen
market swings and helped clients through family crises. We
would love to partner with you to help you leave a legacy.
Sandee Fricks
CFP®
Sandee began her career as a software developer after
earning a Bachelors of Science in Computer Science from
Georgia Tech. In 2011, she began working in financial
services and later earned the Certified Financial
PlannerTM (CFP®) designation. She enjoys helping clients
through the financial planning process, researching
investment opportunities, and developing portfolio
allocation plans. She has taught Dave Ramseys Financial
Peace University class several times; and enjoys helping
people to reach their financial goals. Sandee lives in
Buford, Ga with her husband Bruce. Their two boys, Josh
and Andrew graduated from the University of North Georgia. Sandee
has been an active leader in the Boy Scouts of America
and Buford High School Band Boosters Club. She
participates in Kids Hope mentoring program and plays the
flute at their church, Hamilton Mill United Methodist.
General Information |
| Firm Start Year: | 1993 | |
| No. of Employees: | 5-9 | |
| Name of Custodial Firm: | Trust Company of America |
| States Licensed in: | Registered in GA, FL, LA, TX |
| Number of Years with Current Firm: | 16 |
| Work Experience: | OUR SERVICES - We offer a comprehensive range of services, working with you to develop a tailored strategy for your individual needs, which may include investment advice, retirement planning, estate planning, education funding, and more. At Fountain Financial Advisors, and over the past twenty years, we have learned that each individual comes with different circumstances and objectives. We understand the importance of providing flexibility when it comes to solutions, strategies and financial tools that are made available to you. |
| Work with the following types of clients: | Businesses, Individual Investors |
| Advisory Services Provided: | Financial Advice & Consulting, Investment Advice & Management, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Tax Advice and Services, Financial Planning |
Services |
| Investment Types: | Mutual Funds, Bonds, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), Stocks |
| Can meet clients in the following ways: | Phone, Our Office, Your Home, Video Conference, Your Office |
Qualifications & Memberships |
| Financial Organization Memberships: | Financial Planning Association (FPA) |
| Non-Financial Organization Memberships: | Leadership Forsyth Best of Forsyth 2018, 2017 & 2016 |
Firm Information |
| Firm's Number of Clients: | 250 |
| Firm's Number of Planning Clients: | 225 |
| Firm's Number of Managed Clients: | 225 |
| Assets Managed by Firm: | 85,000,000 |
| Advisor's Number of Clients: | 225 |
| Advisor's Number of Managed Clients: | 175 |
| Advisor's Number of Planning Clients: | 90 |
| Assets Managed by Advisor: | 100,000,000 |
Compensation and Fees |
| Fee Structure: | Fee-Only |
| Minimum Portfolio Size for New Managed Accounts: | $500,000 |
| Compensation Methods: | Flat Fee, Based on Assets |
| Fee % Based on Assets: | .95 |
| Additional Details on Charges: | We offer a complimentary initial meeting. Fees are not due until services have been provided and client agrees that value has been provided equal to the amount due. Asset based fees range from .7% to 1.25% annualized. Financial Planning fees range from $0 to $3,500 |
| Minimum Fee Charged for Managed Accounts: | $750 |
Board Positions |
| Organization : | The Place of Forsyth, Forsyth County |
| Position : | Director |
| Duration : | 11/01/2019-Present |
Education |
| Bachelors of Science | Palm Beach Atlantic University
- Palm Beach, Florida - |
Financial Services |
| Financial Planning for Individuals
Financial Planning is an ongoing process. Your financial goals may change over the years due to your circumstances and life events such as: marriage, career change, inheritance, or a growing family. It is important to build a relationship with a knowledgeable planner whom you can trust. Our financial planners hold to the fiduciary standard, which means the recommendations they make for you will be in your best interest. |
| Portfolio Management
One of the most important responsibilities is helping to educate you with the principles of investing, as well as providing guidance through the various investment strategies and decisions. We utilize a process which provides a disciplined approach to help you remain focused on your long-term goals. Your involvement and understanding begins with the Financial Analysis and continues throughout the process. |
| Retirement Planning
RETIREMENT ASSESSMENT - Take control of your financial future and assess whether you are on track to a successful retirement. |
| Financial Advice & Consulting
Financial Planning is an ongoing process. Your financial goals may change over the years due to your circumstances and life events such as: marriage, career change, inheritance, or a growing family. It is important to build a relationship with a knowledgeable planner whom you can trust. Our financial planners hold to the fiduciary standard, which means the recommendations they make for you will be in your best interest. |
| 401K Rollovers
We can help evaluate your options with regards to your current and prior 401k plans. |
| Wealth Management
One of the most important responsibilities is helping to educate you with the principles of investing, as well as providing guidance through the various investment strategies and decisions. We utilize a process which provides a disciplined approach to help you remain focused on your long-term goals. Your involvement and understanding begins with the Financial Analysis and continues throughout the process. |
FAQs |
Do you have a customer satisfaction or refund policy?We strongly believe in providing value to each of our clients. If for any reason a prospect does not find value the service we provided, there is no charge for the work that we may have provided. |
Why should I choose you as my financial advisor?David has been a professional Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and investment manager for almost 30 years. CFP Professionals must pass the comprehensive CFP Certification Examination, meet the CFP Board's Fitness Standards and abide by the CFP Board's Code of Ethics, Standards of Conduct which put clients' interests first and comply with the Practice Standards for the Financial Planning Process. David spent his early career working for a well-established financial planning firm in his hometown of West Palm Beach, Florida. There he focused on wealth advisement and investment strategies and created many successful financial plans on behalf of clients throughout the Florida region. He moved to Georgia almost 17 years ago and further developed his business in Cumming and Alpharetta, Georgia where he expanded his services with a continued focus on relationships with his clients to understand their unique situations to design custom tailored financial solutions to meet their needs. |
What are your qualifications? What is your education background?Financial Planning is an ongoing process. Your financial goals may change over the years due to your circumstances and life events such as: marriage, career change, inheritance, or a growing family. It is important to build a relationship with a knowledgeable planner whom you can trust. Our financial planners hold to the fiduciary standard, which means the recommendations they make for you will be in your best interest. |
How do you charge for your services?We are Fee-only, Fiduciary Firm - We Offer Both Comprehensive Financial Planning and Active Investment Management. Fees are based on services provided. |
How are you compensated? How will I pay for your services?We are compensated for our advice through a Fee-only relationship, with no commissions or products to sell. |
Disclosures |
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Additional Detailed Disclosures |
Disclaimer |
| Financial Consultants Group, Inc. DBA Fountain Financial Advisors is a Registered Investment Adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise state, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. |
Registered Investment Advisor:
Yes
Investment Advisor Representative:
Yes
Acknowledged fiduciary:
Yes
Compliance Disclosures in Last 5 years:
I have a clean record
Criminal Disclosures in Last 5 years:
I have a clean record
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| 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 |
| Alpharetta | Ball Ground |
| Blairsville | Blue Ridge |
| Braselton | Buford |
| Cumming | Dahlonega |
| Dawsonville | Flowery Branch |
| Milton | Suwanee |
| Roswell | Johns Creek |
Best of Forsyth
(12/31/2016)
Best Financial Planner in Forsyth County 2018, 2017, 2016 & 2015
Five Star Wealth Manager 2016 & 2013
(12/31/2016)
Five Star Wealth Manager Multi-Year Winner
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2020 Best of Forsyth
When: 02/01/2020
Details:Best of Forsyth Best Investment Wealth /Management Individual and Best Financial Planning Firm
2019 Best of Forsyth
When: 02/01/2019
Details:Best of Forsyth Best Investment Wealth /Management Individual and Best Financial Planning Firm
2017 Best Of Forsyth
When: 01/25/2017
Details:Best of Forsyth - The resident of Forsyth
County casted over 230,258 votes, and brings
you the best of the best in the area.
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2018 Best of Forsyth
When: 02/01/2018
Details:Best of Forsyth is an award determined by the
residents of Forsyth county. It is a great
honor to be recognized for our customer
service and the relationships we have built
with the people of Forsyth county.
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Educational dinner - 3 keys for Success Retirement
When: 4/25/2017 |
Location: Tam's Backstage
Details:Visit our office for more information
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Women's Appreciation Lunch
When: 3/16/2017 |
Location: Cabernet - Alpharetta
Details:See our website for more information
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