Financial Advisors in Machesney Park, Illinois (Winnebago County)

Michelle Smalenberger, CFP

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

David Theis, BS, CFP
We specialize in Retirees Fee-Only Financial Advisors, Ltd. is a Retiree-centered firm, with over 20 years of financial experience, committed to helping clients achieve their financial goals. Why choose Fee-Only Financial Advisors, Ltd.? Retiree FocusPersonal AttentionCaring and CompetentWe can help you answer these questions: InvestmentsAre you taking too much risk?Are your investments managed properly?Retirement IncomeWill you have the income you need?Will your income keep pace with healthcare costs?Tax ReductionHave you minimized your income tax & property tax?Have you minimized your estate tax?
We work for You The only compensation we receive is what you pay us directly. We accept no commissions, referral fees, or reimbursements from our recommendations. Our interests are aligned with yours.... See More

Carin Roman, CFP
CCP, Inc. is a Fee-Only firm offering financial planning and portfolio management services to individuals and families since 1985. We address the areas of investments, insurance, retirement planning, tax planning, college education funding and estate planning tailored to the individual client's needs and lifestyle. With a focus on diversification, discipline and resource maximization, CCP, Inc. partners with our clients to help them achieve their financial and life goals.... 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

Michael Knight, CFP
If you are an experienced investor, Knight Investment Planning can provide a portfolio check up that will measure risk, return, tax efficiency and costs. If you are a new investor, Knight Investment Planning can help you get started (at any age) by constructing a low cost and diversified investment portfolio.... See More

The mission of Lake County Financial Planning is to help clients feel financially secure and to achieve the personalized financial goals they seek. We believe that through partnering with clients, we can provide financial advice that will help build a legacy for a lifetime. Lake County Financial Planning is driven to provide tailored solutions that enhance the lives of its clients.

Our mission embodies what we seek to accomplish in our day-to-day activities: “Planning Is a Way of Life.”... See More

Scott Baril, CFP, CPA/PFS, MBA
Baril Advisors is a state registered investment adviser in the states of Illinois and Arizona. The firm provides independent fee-only financial planning and investment advisory services to individuals, families and business owners. Our office is conveniently located on Lake Cook Road and Weidner Road.... See More

Armond Dinverno, CFP, CPA, JD
Balasa Dinverno Foltz LLC is a private wealth management firm that currently manages in excess of $3 billion in assets for individuals, retirement plans, charities, and trusts.
We are fee-only advisors and do not charge commissions or brokerage fees.
We take a comprehensive and fully-integrated approach to building and managing our client's wealth. BDF has service teams specializing in helping business owners and women achieve their professional and personal goals.
Our business owner's service team is skilled at conducting a complete business review and experienced at navigating the complexities of succession planning and family involvement in a business.
Our independent women's service team has first hand experience with the many transitions women face, and provides extensive financial experience to help successfully guide women through life's major events.
We deliver the highest level of personal service at BDF. It is a key reason behind our better than 98% client retention rate.
Everyone at BDF is focused on what is best for the client, their family, and their future. Our 50-member team includes attorneys, CPAs, CFP®s, MBAs, CFAs, a CTFA, and a CDFA™.... See More

Kara Beth Vance, CFP
Timothy Financial Counsel, Inc. is unique among fee-only financial planners who provide hourly advice. Established over a decade ago by an experienced fee-only wealth advisor, our firm uses a team approach, allowing our clients to tap into a deep well of knowledge and expertise. We focus exclusively on planning and hourly counsel that is customized to each client's unique situation. We do not manage assets but do provide tailored advice so that clients can partner with us but still continue to have ultimate control. Timothy Financial has no income or net worth requirements and our clients come from a variety of backgrounds: new graduates to retirees, small business owners to corporate executives, young parents to grandparents. Our clients value the objectivity that our hourly-only model provides. They also appreciate that Timothy Financial receives no product-based commissions, asset management fees or any hidden fees. We invite you to explore our website or call us to learn more.
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Mark Smith, CFP
Smith Financial Advisors specializes in retirement planning, investment management, and comprehensive financial planning. Fees are based on an hourly rate or based on assets under management. Smith Financial also provides corporate finance advisory services for small businesses.... See More

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

Sue Stevens, CFA, CFP, CPA/PFS, MBA, MS
Stevens Wealth Management is an independent fee-only asset management and strategic planning firm located on Chicago’s North Shore in Deerfield, IL. Our mission is to proactively act in our client’s best interest as a fiduciary. Our goal is to help clients attain peace of mind through a process of visionary, comprehensive investment management and retirement strategies. At Stevens Wealth Management we believe a successful advisory relationship is a partnership where all parties bring honesty, integrity and intelligence to the table.... See More

Andrew Feldman, CFP

A J Feldman Financial, LLC is an independent, comprehensive, fee-only investment advisory firm. We work with each client to understand their specific situation and circumstances to create customized, transparent and easy to understand financial plans. Our goal is to give each client peace of mind to help build and maintain future wealth.

At A J Feldman Financial LLC, we identify the best products for each client's needs. We never take a brokerage commission on any products. As a registered investment advisor we adhere to the fiduciary standard. A fiduciary standard means that we put your interests first.
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Therese Martin, BS, CFP, CLU