FAQ’s

How does Pathway make money?

We are Fee-Only and commission-free. In other words, we are only compensated directly from the clients we work with and not from commissions, kickbacks, and sales quota bonuses.

You may have heard of “Fee-Based”. While “Fee-Based” sounds similar to Fee-Only, it means the advisor can be compensated by the fees directly from their clients and by commissions from the investments or financial products they sell.

Our fee is based on a percentage (%) of investments managed or a flat fee

Are you a Fiduciary?

Yes, we are full-time fiduciaries. In other words, we always act in the best interest of our clients.

Do you have a minimum asset requirement to work with your firm?

Our approach is best suited for individuals and families with investment and/or retirement accounts of $1,000,000 or more (not including real estate).

Do you offer one-time financial plans?

While our primary focus is ongoing relationships with individuals and families, we occasionally offer one-time financial planning engagements based on our capacity. Fees for standalone planning engagements typically begin at $4,000 depending on the scope.

How are you different than other financial advisors?

1.       We are Fee-Only. We believe compensation structures matter when it comes to financial guidance. To avoid the conflicts of interest that can occur when selling products, we choose to not sell any products at all. Instead, our compensation is transparent and only comes directly from the clients we help.

2.       We limit the number of clients we work with. This allows us to provide highly personalized services to the individuals and families who place trust in our firm to be a guide and stewards of their financial plan.

3.       Our focus goes beyond money. We believe the components of a fulfilling life go beyond dollars and cents. We utilize a refined planning framework to help individuals and families clarify what is most important to them, organize their priorities, and define their unique vision of a fulfilling and enjoyable life.

How do I know if Pathway is NOT the right firm for me?

We believe it is prudent for an investment portfolio to be constructed to align with a client’s financial plan. Our approach to managing success focuses on time-tested factors, including global diversification, tax impact, and minimizing fees.

We are not the right fit if you’re looking for an advisor to:
- Speculate and decide when the best time is to hop in and out of the market
- Make short-term investment decisions based on the “headline of the day”

Who holds my investments?

For the convenience and safety of our clients, the accounts we manage are held by a third-party custodian. Clients can have their accounts held with Schwab or Fidelity, the two largest and most common custodians.