We are THE Austin area investment management and financial planning company for women and their families. I began to focus in this sector when I read a quote by Vernon Healy, a Florida Securities Arbitration Attorney. He said, “Women are more dissatisfied with the financial services industry than any other industry that affects their daily lives.” I began a lengthy research project to determine why this was the case.
Women complained in a 2010 survey by Mr. Healy that they were treated with disrespect and given poor advice specifically because of their gender. What do women want in a financial advisor?
- Time to read and research before making a decision
- Ability to consider social and environmental aspects of investing
- Conservative approaches
- Clarity of communication
- Education
- Transparency about fees and expenses
We designed our operation to provide all of these services to its clients. Because many women are not suited to the cookie cutter approach offered by most brokerage and planning firms, our investment management practice of individualized portfolios and in depth planning for financial goals is the best possible fit for most women.
We love working with men, and many of our existing clients are men, because we believe we can work with many men who will appreciate this kind of specialized service and customized approach.