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There are hundreds of financial professionals in your area. However, choosing the right advisor that understands your financial situation and meets your needs may be quite daunting. WiserAdvisor has a network of vetted financial advisors and advisory firms and has listed them below. You can find the details of each advisor, such as their qualifications, service offerings, etc., that you could use while searching for the financial advisor that best suits your financial and investment goals.
We have been in business for the last 2 decades and constantly update and maintain a highly trusted directory of vetted fiduciary advisors that meet rigorous standards.
Waterloo
has
2
WiserAdvisor vetted Financial Planners and Advisors on the online list below for you to
choose from and
0
non-vetted advisors in your local area. These financial advisors in
Waterloo,
Wisconsin
have an average of
16
years of experience.
NOTE: The list of vetted financial
advisors in
Waterloo,
Wisconsin
mentioned below does not include all the advisors in our network due
to their compliance listing restrictions. More vetted advisors may
be available when you use our free match service
to compare financial advisors near you in
Waterloo, Wisconsin.
| Financial Advisor | Experience | AUM | Minimum Assets | Fee Structure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Years | $58,000,000 | $100,000 | Fee-Based | |
|
Michael Stewart
CFP®, RFC® CRYSTAL LAKE TAX & FINANCIAL INC 451 Coventry Lane, Suite 102, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 |
21 Years | Not Specified | $50,000 | Fee-Based |
Qualifications
CRD# 6051170
Firm CRD# 305824
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
1502 W Broadway Ste 301,
Madison,
WI
53713
Phone Number
608-204-5992
At Madison Partners, I work with you as your fiduciary partner now and through all stages of your life. Whether your goal is preparing for retirement, college savings, tax planning, or estate strategies - my personalized service will help you address your needs, wants, financial goals and objectives for many years to come. My wife, Brittany, and I live in Sun Prairie with our two children: Corey (born in 2014) and Molly (born in 2016). Brittany is a Nurse Educator at UW-Health University Hospital. We are enjoying watching the kids grow and start to participate in different activities. I grew up with both parents as teachers, and I like to think that helped prepare me in working with, and teaching clients. I graduated with a BBA and MBA in Finance from UW-Whitewater and started my career as a financial advisor in 2012. I have loved working with clients and their families to plan for and achieve each and every goal that is important to them. As a Certified Financial Planner™ professional, I am are required annually to demonstrate heightened levels of competency across a broad range of subject matter. As a fiduciary, I am required to always act in the client's best interest. This is the very highest level for a standard of care for client relationships in our industry.
At Madison Partners, we work with you as your fiduciary partner now and through all stages of your life. Whether your goal is preparing for retirement, college savings, tax planning, or estate strategies - our personalized service will help you address your needs, wants, financial goals and objectives for many years to come. What differentiates Madison Partners from many others in our industry is the unique partnership that is formed with each and every client. We will be open and transparent in our discussions. We will be strategic and comprehensive in our financial planning. We will be both tax efficient and cost efficient in our investment management, asset allocation and asset location strategy.We will be diligent in our partnership and will lead the relationships alongside your tax and legal professionals. We will be a firm you and your family can count on to deliver.
Advisory Services Provided:
Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Planning for Individuals, Investment Advice & Management
Qualifications
CRD# 4243807
Firm CRD# 173272
Series 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Flat Fee, Based on Assets
Office Location
451 Coventry Lane,
Suite 102,
Crystal Lake,
IL
60014
Phone Number
815-526-3092
Michael Stewart has been in suburban Chicago for most of his 51 years. He has been in the financial planning industry for over 21 years. His past experience includes 8 years in the Private Client Group and Investment Management divisions of two of Chicago's largest banks, overseeing deposits in excess of $200,000,000 in McHenry County. In 2008, Michael founded his own firm to independently serve the tax planning and conservative financial planning needs of his clients in or nearing retirement. Michael strives on educate his clients on how to invest profitably and avoid loss by providing conservative options. He is dedicated to helping his clients reap the rewards of a well planned retirement. In addition, Michael is a well established author, speaker and consultant on economic matters. He lives in McHenry with his wife of 21 years and their 3 children.
At Crystal Lake Tax & Financial, we specialize in teaching clients how the world of income- generating investments and strategies can be used to help those in and nearing retirement to conservatively achieve their long-term financial goals and avoid common retirement planning mistakes. Protecting your principal from market losses and generating income and dividends will grow your money organically, or as we like to say "the old fashioned way." We rely on real world proven strategies rather than just hope like so many other brokers. Our number one mission is client education. We want to work with you to ensure that you make informed, educated decisions that will best suit your current needs and enable you to achieve your long term goals. We believe piece of mind comes from understanding your options and from working with your advisor to choose the options that work best for you and your family. Services offered; Financial Planning, Retirement Income Planning, Estate Planning, Income Tax Preparation and Investment Management.
A financial advisor is a professional who provides financial services to their clients based on their specific circumstances and financial goals. These services may include specialized guidance and advice on various financial matters, such as financial planning, creating investment strategies, wealth management, retirement planning, and more. To further explore how financial advisors listed on our directory for the state of Wisconsin can support you, learn more about the different types of financial advisors and their areas of expertise.
A financial advisor in our directory for the state of Wisconsin can help you with your investment strategy by providing guidance on how to diversify your portfolio, monitor your investments, and suggest adjustments that align with your goals and risk tolerance. Additionally, they can help you navigate market fluctuations and make necessary adjustments to your investment portfolio. If you are looking to improve your investment portfolio, read on about why professional investment management may be right for you.
When choosing a financial advisor in Wisconsin, it is important to look for someone who is licensed and registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). You may also want to consider their educational background, years of experience, and any relevant certifications, such as Certified Financial Planners (CFP), Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA), Chartered Financial Consultants (ChFC), and more. To further explore the various credentials an advisor can hold, read more about advisor designations.
A financial advisor in Wisconsin can help you develop a comprehensive retirement plan that takes into account your retirement goals, income needs, and overall financial situation. They may provide advice on topics such as when to retire, how much to save for retirement, and how to maximize your retirement income. Advisors can help you choose appropriate retirement accounts, such as IRAs or 401(k)s, and guide you in making investment decisions to grow your retirement savings. They may also help you navigate complex retirement planning issues, such as Social Security benefits and tax implications. If you are seeking to connect with a financial advisor that can assist you in securing your financial future in retirement, we suggest utilizing the free financial advisor match tool, which connects you with pre-screened and vetted advisors tailored to your specific requirements.
The cost of hiring a financial advisor in Wisconsin varies depending on the advisor's experience, services, and fee structure. Some advisors charge a percentage of assets under management, ranging from approx. 1.02% or a fixed rate of approx. $7,500 and above. Meanwhile, other advisors charge an hourly rate, fee-based, or solely earn a commission from financial product sales. It's important to understand the advisor's fee structure and any potential conflicts of interest before engaging in their services. To get a better understanding of how financial advisors charge and the factors influencing their fees, read more on what are the costs of hiring a financial advisor.
Many financial planners and wealth managers in Wisconsin are also tax professionals or work closely with tax professionals to help clients with tax planning and preparation. These professionals can help you identify tax-saving strategies and recommend tax-efficient investment options by analyzing your current tax situation. However, WiserAdvisor's directory may not include advisors that specialize in taxes. In the "Advisory Services Provided" section, you will be able to confirm if tax advice and tax preparation services are among the services an advisor offers.
