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Lifestyle & Planning in Western Pennsylvania

Invest with Understanding

The hallmark of LPL Financial is part of our unique, proprietary, financial planning process. As a people-focused firm, we provide a fully integrated and personalized approach to identifying solutions to produce a customized financial plan.

Investments are essential – but they aren’t rocket science! As a key component to your financial plan, it’s important that you actually understand what you are investing in, and why it’s the best choice. Because we plan first and invest second, we’re able to tie the emotions to the math and put together a customized portfolio for each client. We accomplish that by acting as your advocate in the investment marketplace, where we objectively evaluate what’s available, and ensure that we find the best fit for you.

Working to Meet Your Needs

You deserve to feel financially secure, and we want to make that happen for you. We believe it’s our responsibility to help you make the most of your income and assets, and to help you make the most of your life.

We take the time to fully understand you and your needs. Then we provide you with the information, advice and alternatives to make appropriate decisions about your financial future.

So, how do we accomplish success together? It's simple, really. Our six-step process has proven to be effective time and time again. See how it works below:

The Six Stages of Our Financial Planning:

Engage

We meet to establish and define the client-advisor relationship. This initial conversation is where I also learn more about you personally along with educate you on the process and what to expect.

Collect

I collect data and information from you, such as goals and expectations.

Analyze

We will analyze information to make the most informed and strategic objectives based on your ambitions and needs. Part of this includes processing and evaluating your current plan, if applicable.

Design

I design a personalized plan with recommendations, including any alternatives, that can be either short or long-term that will help you reach your goals.

Implement

Once approved, I'll implement and continue to review your investments so you can feel at ease knowing I'm looking out for you.

Review

After a period of time, we'll meet to review the numbers together. From there, we can make tweaks or reevaluate our actions based on the market. I'll make sure you know what moves to make next and how to continue on the pattern of financial growth.

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Lifestyle Planning FAQs

What is lifestyle financial planning?

Lifestyle financial planning focuses on aligning your financial decisions with the life you want to live. It considers your goals, priorities, values, income, investments, and future plans to create a personalized financial strategy.

How is lifestyle planning different from investment management?

Lifestyle planning starts with your personal goals and financial objectives, while investment management focuses primarily on managing investment portfolios. A lifestyle planning approach integrates investments into a broader financial plan.

Why is financial planning important before investing?

A financial plan helps identify your goals, timeline, risk tolerance, and financial needs before selecting investment strategies. This can help ensure investment decisions support your overall objectives.

What does a comprehensive financial plan include?

A comprehensive financial plan may include retirement planning, investment management, cash flow analysis, insurance review, tax considerations, estate planning coordination, and goal-based planning strategies.

How often should I review my financial plan?

Many individuals review their financial plans annually or after major life events such as marriage, retirement, career changes, business ownership transitions, or significant changes in financial circumstances.

Can a financial plan help me make better financial decisions?

A financial plan can provide a framework for evaluating financial decisions within the context of your long-term goals. Having a clear strategy may help improve financial organization and confidence.

What should I bring to my first financial planning meeting?

Many advisors request information related to income, expenses, assets, liabilities, insurance coverage, retirement accounts, and financial goals. This information helps create a more complete picture of your financial situation.

Who can benefit from lifestyle planning services?

Lifestyle planning can benefit working professionals, retirees, business owners, families, and individuals seeking a more organized and goal-focused approach to managing their finances.

How do financial advisors personalize a financial plan?

Financial advisors generally evaluate a client's goals, risk tolerance, family circumstances, financial resources, and timeline to develop recommendations tailored to their unique needs and objectives.

What are the benefits of working with a financial advisor on an ongoing basis?

Ongoing financial planning can provide opportunities to review progress, adjust strategies, address life changes, and keep financial decisions aligned with long-term goals.

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