Financial Advisors in Elk Grove Village, Illinois (Cook County)

Michelle Smalenberger, CFP

Joseph Alotta, BS, CFP, CFS, MA, MBA
Joseph Alotta has been a financial counselor and investment manager for over 30 years with clients from all walks of life. He has held executive positions at several large institutional banks: JP Morgan Chase, Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs. He hold a BS in Economics and an MBA in Finance from New York University, and a diploma in Financial Planning from DePaul University. He is also a Certified Finacial Planner, a Registered Investment Advisor and a member of the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors, the most respected professional organization.Mr. Alotta's background is in systems engineering and statistics. His primary focus is managing portfolios of utility and industrial stocks. He speaks on the topics of stock investing, financial planning, precious metal investing, computer security and privacy. He lives in Westmont and his office is in Oak Brook.... See More

Patrick Sweeney, CFP, CPA
Patrick M Sweeney & Associates, Inc. was formed in 2001 to service clients looking to better navigate their financial paths. Our approach is to offer straightforward advice and a simplified financial plan. The success of our firm has predominately been built on referrals. We are grateful for the trust clients have exhibited in us over the years.
Each individual or family starts with a financial plan which is used as a roadmap to create and manage wealth. Our goal is to have successful clients. We will not sell you any products generating commission income.... See More

Elizabeth Buffardi, CFP, CPA
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Sebold Capital Management is an independent fee-only wealth management firm that provides personal financial planning and investment management to high net worth individuals, families and their related entities, trusts and estates, and family businesses. Sebold Capital Management works with clients to define financial objectives and to develop strategies for reaching those objectives, some of which may include: identification of financial problems, cash flow and budget management, tax planning, risk exposure review, investment management, education funding, retirement planning, estate planning, charitable goals, special needs planning, family business succession issues, fringe benefits, and/or other issues specific to the client.... See More

Jeffrey Kostis, BBA, CDFA, CFP, CPA/PFS, MAcc
Own the moment – and own your futureJK Financial Planning takes a personal approach in helping clients to truly own their financial futures, with personalized solutions designed for each individual situation.Company President Jeff Kostis, CFP®, CDFA(TM), CPA/PFS, brings a valuable human component to the table, standing out in his field as a specialist in managing life-changing events to turn anxieties into opportunities. Jeff helps his clients through transitional events including marriage, divorce, promotion, retirement, and the loss of a loved one, among others. Jeff believes in straight talk and clear solutions, which is why his clients enjoy real confidence in their futures. As an independent, fee-only financial planning firm, JK Financial Planning offers clients the most flexible and responsive relationship available by being on-call when needed, where needed. JK Financial Planning has no asset or fee minimums, and accepts no referral fees or commissions from third parties – so clients know their interests are always paramount. Own your future by owning the moments that shape it. You are invited to call or email Jeff Kostis at JK Financial Planning for a complimentary, no-obligation initial consultation.... See More

I have helped thousands of people successfully complete the rigorous CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (tm) examination.

I offer private exam tutoring services by phone and in person. Patiently, I will help you simplify complex concepts and improve both your technical knowledge and test taking ability.... See More

Jeffrey Dvorak, CFP
4D is an independent financial advisory and asset management firm at the leading edge of new thinking and innovative practice on personal financial planning. We are committed to creating customized financial solutions to meet our clients’ needs. Our goal is to become your trusted partner. We want you to feel better about life in general because you have set a course to achieve your financial goals. That, to us, is the core of personal financial success.... See More

Jennifer Sanchez, BS, CFP, CPA
Integral Financial Planning LLC is a fee-only comprehensive financial planning firm, and our mission is to assist our clients in making their financial goals a reality. The name “Integral“ was chosen to reflect our financial planning philosophy. Integral is defined as all-encompassing, comprehensive and inclusive. The Integral Approach incorporates many different perspectives, styles and methodologies into a holistic plan. We review our clients’ entire financial situation, apply our extensive experience, and then construct a personalized plan. Our customized strategies include the areas of cash management, investments, retirement analysis, college planning, risk management, estate planning and other financial topics identified through the comprehensive review process.... See More

Sean Sebold, BA, CFA, CFP, MBA
Sebold Capital Management, Inc. is a fee-only wealth management firm that creates maximum value for high net-worth clients. We commit to putting your needs first, providing unrivaled service guided by your priorities. We work to accomplish your goals by utilizing a holistic view of your assets and applying our deep expertise to deliver honest, straightforward advice that is refreshing to hear in this industry. Some of our clients have a clear vision for their future; others need help shaping one. With our wealth management process, Sebold Capital will help sharpen your focus, create tangible steps for moving forward, support you over the long term, give you the flexibility to recalibrate your course as life often requires, and help successful small and mid-size business owners transform their finances to make work optional.
Please visit us at seboldcapital.com.... See More

Robert Finley, CFA, CFP
Virtue Asset Management is a fee-only independent investment advisor serving the greater Chicago area and helping institutions and high net worth individuals across the country.
You have a different set of needs and a different risk/reward tolerance. At Virtue Asset Management, you will receive personalized, customized solutions tailored to your needs-not prepackaged, inflexible, one-size-fits-all options.
As part of our investment process we provide initial and continuing financial planning. We believe financial planning is essential to the client experience. It helps us establish the goals of your wealth and combine it with the appropriate risk tolerance level.
To identify the proper goals, we look at the complete financial picture, set goals, create a path to follow and then hold ongoing discussions to stay on point. Our tools allow us to customize and make dynamic changes during our meetings to your financial plan. The result gives us a path to follow and a guide to review throughout our relationship.... See More

William Keffer, CDFA, CFP, ChFC, CLU, MBA
Our Mission: To provide hourly, as-needed, independent financial planning to families and individuals in Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Naperville and nearby DuPage communities. Your retirement, college, 401k and investment planning will be handled by a Certified Financial Planner™ with no products to sell and no account minimums. We are a fee-only CFP®, compensated solely by clients. Our cost-conscious, objective approach helps you act confidently. ... See More

Charles Perkins, CDFA, CFP, MBA
@import url(http://www.napfa.org/CuteEditor_Files/Style/SyntaxHighlighter.css);@import url(http://www.napfa.org/CuteEditor_Files/Style/SyntaxHighlighter.css); Kingsley Perkins and Company, LLC, was created using the concept of Fee-Only financial planning. A Fee-Only planner does not receive any fees or commissions from any bank, brokerage house, or insurance company. This means that the planner’s interests are aligned with those of the client. A Fee-Only relationship puts the planner and the client on the same side of the table. This relationship allows the planner to coordinate investment and financial planning activities for the client that are consistent with the client’s unique needs and circumstances 30 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 1015 Chicago, IL 60602 Phone Fax ... See More

Henry Gorecki, CFP
@import url(http://www.napfa.org/CuteEditor_Files/Style/SyntaxHighlighter.css);We provide financial planning services, investment management services and educational workshops for individuals, families and small businesses. We can help you: Define your financial goals Build a diversified, low-cost investment portfolio - and stick with it! Make sure you have the lowest-cost insurance coverage for your needs Plan for the most comfortable retirement your savings will allow Reduce taxation on your investments Pass assets to your heirs In providing our services, we act as fiduciary - always placing your best interests first! ... See More

Christopher Long, CFP, MBA
Long Financial Planning offers Comprehensive Financial Planning services for individuals and 401k advisory services for Small Businesses.
Our full planning process is very thorough. The initial plan takes place over a series of 4 meetings and covers everything from goal setting, investment recommendations, 'what if' scenario development for major decisions, to estate planning. Clients who complete the full plan have the opportunity to become retainer clients who receive ongoing planning assistance and investment management.
We also offer a one-time 3-hour planning session for clients whose situation is less complicated and want to implement any recommendations themselves.
Use the quiz on our website to see which service is the best fit for your needs.
We also serve as advisors to small business on their 401k plans. We assist them with developing an investment policy statement, provide investment recommendation options to the plan and monitor them, as well as provide employee education. Since we do not sell products, we can provide our clients with advice that is in the client's best interest and not tainted by product sales. Using our approach our clients have been able to substantially reduce the costs of their 401k plans.
See how your company's 401k plan stacks up using the evaluation tool on our website.
Christopher Long is a Certified Financial Planner(r). His education background includes a BA in Economics from Yale, and a MBA from Stanford.... See More