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Seven Signs You've Outgrown Your Financial Advisor

Season 2, Ep. 18

Too often people stay loyal to a financial advisor even after their financial life has outgrown the advisor’s service model. In this episode we’re contrasting investment-only relationships with proactive, comprehensive planning that integrates taxes, estate, insurance, and coordination with a CPA.


Do you see any of these flags in your own financial advisor relationship? Reach out for a complimentary strategy assessment!


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The discussions contained in and referred to in this podcast are provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. The information, statements, comments, views, and opinions expressed or provided are not necessarily those of Abundance Wealth Management LLC and may not be current. Abundance Wealth Management LLC does not make any representation or warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of any of the information, statements, comments, views, or opinions contained in this video, and any liability therefore (including in respect of direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind whatsoever) is expressly disclaimed. Abundance Wealth Management LLC does not undertake any obligation whatsoever to provide any form of update, amendment, change or correction to any of the information, statements, comments, views, or opinions set forth in this podcast. Securities offered through Van Clemens & Co., member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through Van Clemens Wealth Management, a registered investment adviser. Van Clemens & Co. and Van Clemens Wealth Management are separate entities from Abundance Wealth Management.


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