Advisor at CHOICE Financial & Insurance Services, Inc.
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Firm
CHOICE Financial & Insurance Services, Inc.
Location
Brea, CA 92821
Credentials
CFP®, Series 63
Industry experience
39 years
Kathleen Stapleton is a CFP® professional with 39 years of industry experience, currently serving as the sole advisor at CHOICE Financial & Insurance Services, Inc. She has worked at the firm since 2002, with prior experience at PlanMember Securities Corporation and GWN Securities, Inc. In addition to her advisory role, she provides tax preparation services. CHOICE Financial & Insurance Services, Inc. serves individuals and families, including some high-net-worth clients, offering discretionary asset management, financial planning, and consulting. The firm employs both fundamental and technical analysis and uses third-party platforms to implement tailored investment programs.
Based on CHOICE Financial & Insurance Services, Inc.
Fixed consulting fees up to $10,000; ongoing fixed fees up to $18,000 annually
Up to 2.00% annually (negotiable)
Insurance products sold by the owner as licensed insurance agent, separate from advisory fees
$250 per hour for consulting services
Fee-only: Financial planning and consulting services offered on hourly or fixed fee basis
633 S. Brea Blvd., #7
Brea, CA 92821
California
CHOICE Financial & Insurance Services, Inc.
2022 - Present (4 years)
PlanMember Securities Corporation
2016 - 2022 (6 years)
GWN Securities, Inc
2005 - 2016 (11 years)
CHOICE Financial & Insurance Services, Inc.
2002 - Present (24 years)
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Lawyer
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Real estate agent
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