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Kris Maksimovich, CRPC |
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| Securities offered through Commonwealth Financial Network, Member FINRA/SIPC. Global Wealth Advisors is a Registered Investment Adviser. |
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Business Description |
Like most people, you have hopes, dreams and life goals for yourself and your family. These might include buying/selling a home or business, saving for college education for your children, getting your estate planning in order, eliminating taxes and retiring comfortably. Financial planning is the process of wisely managing your finances so that you can achieve your dreams and goals—while at the same time helping you negotiate the financial barriers that inevitably arise in every stage of life.
We are an independent group of professionals dedicated to helping our clients reach their objectives through comprehensive wealth management and financial planning. How do you know if you could benefit from the services of a financial planner? You may not have the expertise, the time or the desire to actively plan and manage certain financial aspects of your life. You may want help getting started. You may benefit from an objective, third-party perspective on what are often emotional, difficult decisions. And in today’s hectic world, it can be beneficial just to have a financial planning expert help to make sure you stay focused and follow through with your financial plans. |
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General Information |
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| Name of Broker/Dealer: |
Commonwealth Financial Network
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| Name of Custodial Firm: |
National Financial Services, LLC
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| States Licensed in: |
AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, IN, LA, MO, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OK, PA, TX, UT, WA
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| States Willing to do Business in: |
All States
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| Years of Experience in Financial Services: |
9
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| Number of Years with Current Firm: |
1
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| I work with the following types of clients: |
Businesses, Investment Clubs, Non-Profit Organizations, Individual Investors
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Education |
| Academic Background |
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| Degree in Finance - Southwest Missouri State University (1998) |
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Annuities, Bonds, Stocks, Insurance, Commodities, Mutual Funds, FOREX & Currency, Options & Futures, Alternative Investments, Mortgages & Real Estate, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), Socially Responsible Investments (SRI)
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Qualifications & Memberships |
| Certifications, Accreditations & Designations: |
Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®)
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| Securities Licenses: |
Series 7, Series 66
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| Insurance and Annuity Licenses: |
Group 1, Variable Annuity, Long Term Care, Variable Life, Disability, Annuity, Health, Life
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| Financial Organization Memberships: |
National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA), National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), Financial Planning Association (FPA), Million Dollar Roundtable, Paladin Registry
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| Non-Financial Organization Memberships: |
National Ethics Bureau (NEB)
Better Business Bureau (BBB)
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Firm Information |
| Number of Advisors in Office: |
Up to 10 employees
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| I work with clients as part of a team: |
Yes
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Compliance |
| Registered Investment Advisor: |
Yes
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| Registered Representative: |
Yes
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| Compliance Disclosures in Last 5 years: |
I have a clean record
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| Criminal Disclosures in Last 5 years: |
I have a clean record
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Compensation & Fees |
| I am a fee-based financial professional: |
Yes
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| Minimum Portfolio Size for New Managed Accounts: |
$100,000
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| Compensation Methods: |
Based on Assets, Flat Fee, Hourly
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| Prepared By: |
Kris Maksimovich, CRPC |
Frequently Asked Questions |
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Do you have a customer satisfaction or refund policy? |
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What are your qualifications? What is your education background? |
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Degree in Finance from Missouri State University. Completed all required testing components of the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). |
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What is your approach to financial planning? |
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What services do you offer? |
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Comprehensive Fee-Only Financial Planning, Asset Management |
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How many clients do you currently manage? |
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Will you be the only person working with me? |
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No, we utilize a team approach with our clients. |
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How are you compensated? How will I pay for your services? |
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Fee only, either up front for one year of service or hourly at client's discretion. |
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If you are going to manage my account, will you obtain my permission every time you buy or sell something? |
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Do you offer any guaranteed results? |
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Hopefully everyone knows there is no such thing as a guarantee! |
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How much risk should I be willing to take? |
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The better questtion is do you know how much risk you can AFFORD to take before your goals are impacted negatively. |
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Have you ever been charged with any breaches? |
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What carrier(s) do you represent? |
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Any rated "A" or better by the standard ratings agencies. |
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What services do you provide? What are your specialties? |
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Comprehensive Fee-Only Advice, Asset Management |
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What is your experience? How many clients do you currently manage? |
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Degree in Finance from Missouri State University. Completed all required testing components of the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC).
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What financial institution(s) do you represent? |
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A large number, we are independent. |
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How do you charge for your services? |
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Do you provide a free initial consultation? |
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Why should I choose you as my financial advisor? |
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We are trusted with our client's financial dignity and independence and this drives every decision we make. |
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