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Financial planning is the cornerstone of the advice and strategies I provide. I often describe it like a map, first assessing where you currently stand and where you aspire to be. Much like a GPS, my role is to guide you along the most effective path, helping you stay on track toward your goals despite life's inevitable twists and turns. Since circumstances can change unexpectedly, I believe it's crucial to regularly revisit and adjust your plan, ensuring it remains aligned with your evolving needs and aspirations. To create a truly personalized financial strategy, I begin by conducting a thorough assessment of your financial situation, goals, and risk tolerance. This involves gathering comprehensive information about your income, assets, liabilities, employer benefits, future financial goals, and any potential challenges you may face. By understanding the full scope of your unique circumstances, I can develop a customized financial plan that is precisely aligned with your priorities. I prioritize flexibility, considering key factors such as your age, career stage, family dynamics, and investment preferences. I also account for life events -- like marriage, children, home purchases, or retirement -- that can significantly influence your financial decisions. This approach ensures that your financial plan is not only proactive and adaptable but also evolves as your circumstances change. By continually monitoring your progress and making adjustments as necessary, I provide ongoing guidance that helps you stay on course and pursue your goals, no matter what life brings. When I'm not working, I enjoy spending quality time with my wife, Taylor, and our daughter, Ember. We're always looking for fun weekend activities to give her the best life experiences. Outside of family time, we enjoy hiking, traveling, and unwinding on the beach -- each offering a perfect way to recharge. Click here to schedule a complimentary meeting with me.

About BroadFront Capital Management

BroadFront specializes in working with high-net-worth individuals and families, including family offices. Our clients span a broad spectrum of professions and stages of life - from the accumulation to the distribution phase of retirement. We also work collaboratively with attorneys, accountants, and other professionals to holistically address all of our clients' needs under one roof.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Tax Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities

Eric Mancini is a CFA^® Charter holder (CFA^®), a Certified Financial Planner (CFP^®), a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA^®), partner, and the director of investment research at Traphagen. Eric graduated Penn State University with a BS in Economics. He specializes in portfolio management and personal financial planning while also working with clients on insurance and tax planning. Eric has obtained the CFA designation, Certified Financial Planner CFP^® designation, the NASD Series 65 license, the NJ Life and Health Insurance license, the CAIA^® (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst) designation. Prior to joining TFG, Eric worked as a wealth advisor for high net worth individuals at Brinton Eaton Advisors (now Mariner). Previously, Eric was a financial advisor and investment analyst at BLS Advisors, LLC, where he worked on elder care estate and investment planning. He is also a NAPFA (National Association of Personal Financial Advisors) registered advisor. Eric is currently teaching a series of investment and retirement planning courses at Bergen County Community College. Eric is a staff writer for Benzinga, where he regularly writes articles on portfolio management, economic analysis, and stocks. His work has appeared on other financial websites such as Yahoo! Finance, CNBC, Fox Business News, among others. He has recently been interviewed by the Wall street Journal and US News & World Report. Over the past 3 years, Eric has been a regular guest host on the 'Your Money' radio show which airs on SiriusXM.

About Traphagen Financial Group

Our Mission To achieve financial success by building wealth, limiting risk & attaining financial security for our clients & their families through a life cycle of services. Overview Traphagen Financial Group is a comprehensive financial services firm comprised of accounting and wealth management departments located in , Oradell, NJ. Our Accounting department specializes in taxation, financial reporting & advisory services, including financing and M&A. Our wealth management department manages client investment assets and provides comprehensive estate, tax, and financial planning services. The Traphagen experience is based on a tradition of trust and integrity. We are uniquely positioned to be your trusted financial advisor. TFG professionals combine the value of their individual credentials to achieve a comprehensive view of both your business and personal goals and objectives. We are continuously commended for our excellent client service and depth of service provided. We know you are our most valuable asset and we always put your needs first. Traphagen Financial Group is personally dedicated to the success of our clients and their business. We are compassionate and we treat our clients like family. While many of our clients are located in Northern New Jersey and the Metropolitan area, we service clients throughout the United States.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Tax Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities

Becoming a financial advisor helped me achieve two lifelong goals: helping others and pursuing a passion for personal finance. I proudly serve as a sounding board, educator, and expert advisor to my clients. Throughout the advisory process with my clients, I am involved in decisions about their career, business, and other personal matters. I am honored to do so, and never take my involvement in their lives for granted. The biggest reward for me comes when I am able to see my clients meet their goals - helping their grandkids pay for college, maintaining their lifestyle during retirement, having the ability to travel, and more. I have a Bachelors degree in Finance and Economics from Rutgers University and am married to my high school sweetheart. I enjoy traveling and spending time with family.

About Independence Wealth

The story behind Independence Wealth Removing the confusion from your wealth management plan We founded Independence Wealth out of a desire to help simplify both personal finances and the financial markets for our clients. We are registered as fiduciary investment advisors and as such, are legally obligated to place our clients interests first and adhere to a high standard of professional competence. Through transparent communication, education, and the independence to choose from a multitude of investment options and strategies, we develop simplified, customized, and comprehensive wealth management plans and solutions for our clients.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Tax Advice and Services, Insurance Products & Annuities

Frank Lepore's mission is to provide financial security strategies by taking a holistic approach to the planning process while providing his clients with top notch service and technology. Understanding client goals is a vital part of Frank's process in order to put together an intelligent, thoughtful plan. What sets Frank apart even more is his large team who help provide the level of service that clients deserve. Frank attended Montclair State University and received a Bachelor of Science in Business, with a concentration in Finance. Frank is registered as a Wealth Management Advisor with Bleakley Financial Group and a registered representative with LPL Financial.

About Bleakley Financial Group

For more than 30 years, the Bleakley Financial Group team* has been providing customized financial planning and wealth management services to a diverse array of clients across the country. As an independent firm, we pride ourselves on delivering personalized guidance to fit the goals and lifestyle needs of each customer. With more than three decades of experience, our state-of-the-art financial planning comes with a personal touch. Our team consists of more than 100 investment professionals, from financial advisors and research assistants to client support associates. Comprehensive Financial Planning and Wealth Management. Bleakley has created a collaborative culture of innovation and excellence that's unmatched in the industry. At Bleakley Financial, you're our top priority, and we're committed to turning your financial vision into reality. *The Bleakley Financial Team has been providing wealth management services since 1985 within various firms. Bleakley Financial Group, LLC was founded in 2015.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, Wealth Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Insurance Products & Annuities

Paul Koenig is a Financial Planner with Integrated Financial Partners, Inc.(IFP). Along with his team of advisors, he takes an independent, comprehensive and objective approach to financial planning to help ensure that your goals, objectives and risk tolerance are properly considered and managed. This process includes an evaluation of retirement, risk management, investments, education funding, asset protection strategies, and legacy planning. It is through this process that he can help identify what is most important to his clients so that financial tools and resources can be properly aligned with their goals, despite personal lifestyle changes and external economic factors. Paul helps clients build wealth and position their investments properly through the use of tax-advantaged products and strategies. Paul has committed to adhere to the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence, fairness, confidentiality, professionalism, and diligence when taking care of clients. Paul can provide advice and direction so you can make the most informed decisions. Paul and his team are able to provide strategies that can help you: Build your nest egg, Enjoy a comfortable retirement, Protect your family from financial emergencies, Leave a legacy to your heirs or your favorite charities, Fund your children's or your grandchildren's education. He was listed in New Jersey Monthly and Philadelphia Magazine as a Five Star Wealth Manager. Paul is involved in his community including the American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity and other worthwhile charities. An avid outdoors-man, Paul believes in physical as well as fiscal fitness.

About Integrated Financial Partners

Financial Planning is not a do-it-yourself project. In today's complex world it takes diligence, research, careful consideration and the help of an experienced professional to help you achieve the retirement you deserve and have worked so hard to attain. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER professional, I can be objective about your financial situation and this is vital in order to help you gain perspective and confidence in your financial future. A completely confidential Financial Second Opinion is the logical first step on your road to retirement. The number one financial worry is not having enough money to retire. Do you know how much you need? Did you allocate it properly and prudently? Do you know what assets to spend first? This is where I can help. Along with clarity, I can provide prudent strategies and solutions to help you meet your needs and lifestyle goals. I'll provide a customized plan developed through a comprehensive process and I will work with you to see that it is implemented properly. You'll be in a position to make informed decisions for your future. Recognized as one of the largest and most successful independent financial services organizations in the country; Integrated Financial Partners (IFP) specializes in coordinating with all of our clients other advisors to ensure collaboration in all aspects of their financial lives.

I am a proud CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^® which is considered to be the highest standard of ethics and competency. I am also an Accredited Investment Fiduciary®. I have been working with individuals and families since 2002. I am a lifelong investor and have been a member of Mensa International since 1988.

About D.R. Martin and Associates

This firm was started to give people a practical way to know exactly what had to be done at key points over time to succeed financially. Our flexible approach ensures there is nothing standing between you and a clear plan of action well executed over time. We give you the versatility to choose how we work together and stay in control of your total financial picture with access to fiduciary advice. We created a way for you to easily understand more about your situation and stay on track to success for the long term. We simplify the abstract concepts of planning into simple concrete steps that summarize how acting now will improve financial outcomes tomorrow. With us, you can access top tier planning and experienced fiduciary guidance without pressure to move your accounts or say "yes".

Advisory Services Provided:

Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers

Jim views every client relationship as a partnership where he strives to help you and your family to analyze your situation and goals, identifying opportunities and potential risks, creating a comprehensive financial plan to secure your future. Jim has four decades of broad-based wealth advisory experience with expertise in portfolio management, financial planning, and wealth consulting, working with a diverse client base that includes high net-worth individuals, business owners, professionals, trusts, estates, endowments, foundations, pensions, and various other institutions helping them grow and protect their financial assets. Combining this experience with his passion for investments and planning strategies, he has worked diligently to help his clients achieve their financial goals while providing a superior level of client service and satisfaction. Jim has extensive experience in developing comprehensive financial plans and wealth management strategies to help his clients achieve financial security and independence. He can create income and expense budgets, cash flow programs, pension plan maximization for 401(K), 403(B) and IRA/ROTH retirement contributions and RMD distributions, ROTH conversion tax minimization plans, college savings using 529 plans, asset allocation and investment strategies within your risk tolerance, tax loss harvesting approaches based upon realized tax budgets, charitable and planned gifting vehicles, depending on his clients' needs and objectives. Jim will carefully consider your investment objectives, risk tolerance, tax considerations, family dynamics, and philanthropic aspirations when crafting a customized blueprint for your future success. In addition, that financial plan will be monitored and updated over the course of your lifetime. Kathy and Jim have been married for 42 years. They have six adult children and two grandchildren. Jim enjoys time with his family, skiing, scuba diving, travelling. Active St. Paul Church Parishioner in Princeton, NJ for 32 years Columbia University, B.A.

About Princeton Global

Princeton Global is a financial services firm on a mission to make investment management and wealth planning an interesting and engaging experience. We use our knowledge and perspective to enable multi-generational families and individuals to define, focus, and achieve their financial goals.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Estate Planning & Trusts

Pete is a Financial Advisor at RMR Wealth, with a planning-first mindset and a passion for helping individuals and families achieve financial clarity and confidence. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Pete focuses on organizing his clients' financial lives, educating them to make informed decisions, and guiding them toward long-term success. Pete has been in financial services since 2002, through various roles at The Hartford, Sunlife Financial, CION Investments and Fisher Investments. He has been a CFP® professional since 2012 and will continue to build on a successful career built on trust, honesty, and helping others reach their goals. Pete's mission aligns with RMR's core philosophy: to make a positive difference in the lives of the clients we serve. Outside of his work in financial planning, Pete is actively involved in his community as a youth hockey coach and a board member for the Harding Madison Ice Hockey Association. He lives in New Jersey with his wife and three children and enjoys playing hockey, golfing, and coaching kids' sports.

About RMR Wealth Builders, Inc.

At RMR Wealth, our creative solutions can assist in getting your financial life on track. Our skilled advisors are here to help you establish and protect your financial future, from retirement savings to investment management.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Tax Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts

Peter Gellman is the Managing Member of Palmerston Group Advisors, L.L.C. Founded in 1997, Palmerston Group provides independent, unbiased financial and investment advisory services based on fundamental analysis and margin of safety principles.
Peter Gellman has worked as a teacher, analyst, and advisor. Before starting Palmerston, he taught at Oxford as a member of its international relations faculty, as well as at Princeton, where he was Research Fellow and Lecturer in the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs. He holds a law degree as well as a Ph.D. in international relations.

About Palmerston Group Advisors, LLC

Palmerston Group Advisors, a firm best known for its Margin of Safety discipline, built its strategy only after carefully studying the best in the business. Consider: 1. Few fund managers have genuinely market-beating records of ten or more years. 2. Most of this elite group uses a version of Margin of Safety, the skill of buying assets when "on sale" at a deep discount to their true value. Most excel in bear markets. 3. Few advisors strategically focus on these top managers or their investment ideas when creating client portfolios. Nor do many independent firms focus on these managers when offering allocation advice. In contrast, Palmerston sees these top managers as a huge asset for our clients. We start with what works best, and thus use Margin of Safety for all clients. For client portfolios, we use the ideas and often the (no-load) funds of managers with proven, profitable records.

No two people have the same exact financial needs, so it's important to work with someone who understands your unique hopes and dreams. I value connecting with my clients in a meaningful way! I'm Most Proud Of: Hearing from clients about how our team helped improve their life. There's nothing better! Click Here To Learn More About Daniel Linn

About Prudential

Prudential Advisors is a renowned financial services leader with a rich history of helping individuals and institutions pursue financial security and prosperity. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive financial planning and advisory services. Our mission is to help individuals, families, and businesses achieve their financial goals through personalized and strategic financial solutions.

About Condor Capital Wealth Management

Condor Capital Wealth Management was founded in 1988 and is an employee-owned fee-only, fiduciary, and SEC-registered investment advisor. We strive to be as transparent as possible and commit to annual audits for both custody and performance. Our goal is to be more than just your investment manager by providing a full-service wealth management experience. We provide our investment management services on a fee-only basis. Our fees are based on the size of our clients' portfolios rather than commissions or the number of trades, so there is no conflict of interest regarding our investment decisions. Additionally, as part of our integrated approach to investment management, we provide you with unlimited and thorough financial planning advice complementarily. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with wealth management solutions combining investment management, financial planning, and relationship management services, including consulting with your accountants and attorneys, allowing you to streamline your complex financial affairs all under the umbrella of a single, highly competitive assets-under-management (AUM) fee.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Tax Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts

About Edelman Financial Engines LLC

Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interests of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all investors - not just the wealthy - deserve access to personal, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Today, we are America's top independent investment advisory firm as recognized by Barron's¹ (September 2024, based on data within a 12-month period). With 143+ offices across the country and 1.3 million clients (as of September 30, 2024), we manage more than $300 billion in assets. ^1.The Barron's 2024 Top 100 RIA Firms list, a ninth-year ranking of independent advisory firms, is qualitative and quantitative, including assets managed by the firms, technology spending, staff diversity, succession planning and other metrics. Firms elect to participate but do not pay to be included in the ranking. Ranking awarded each September based on data within a 12-month period. Investor experience and returns are not considered.

About Edelman Financial Engines, LLC

Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interests of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all investors - not just the wealthy - deserve access to personal, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Today, we are America's top independent investment advisory firm as recognized by Barron's¹ (September 2024, based on data within a 12-month period). With 143+ offices across the country and 1.3 million clients (as of September 30, 2024), we manage more than $300 billion in assets. ^1.The Barron's 2024 Top 100 RIA Firms list, a ninth-year ranking of independent advisory firms, is qualitative and quantitative, including assets managed by the firms, technology spending, staff diversity, succession planning and other metrics. Firms elect to participate but do not pay to be included in the ranking. Ranking awarded each September based on data within a 12-month period. Investor experience and returns are not considered.