Our Investment Philosophy
It is our strong belief that all successful investors work from a philosophy rather than an outlook. Our group's philosophy focuses clients on answering the question "What are your goals?" rather than "What is the market going to do next?". Utilizing Wells Fargo Advisors' Envision® process, we can create an investment plan designed to give clients the confidence to reach their financial goals.
Our process matches investor's goals to a proper allocation of assets which helps answer the big picture question of what is the appropriate percentage of stock vs. bond vs. cash and other types of investments that an investor needs to own to have confidence that they may meet their financial goals.
Once we establish the target allocation, we identify which portfolios are best suited for each client's unique situation. By offering advisory services such as Private Investment Management (PIM®), when appropriate, portfolios are properly diversified and periodically rebalanced. We periodically revisit, test and rebalance to help ensure that our clients continue on their financial path.
We keep in close contact with our clients. Needs change throughout the years. As milestones such as college graduations, weddings and retirement occur, an individual's wants and needs change along with their financial condition. Through regularly scheduled meetings, we inform our clients of our methods and strategies. Likewise, we are able to remain informed of any changes in our clients' circumstances. It is through this regular contact that we act as a "Chief Financial Officer" for our client's family.
We believe our philosophy is not a "what's working now" approach as it is what we believe works long term. In our experience, patience and discipline are the keys to a successful investment philosophy.