Kristen Vernace

Advisor at Pathways Financial Planning

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Firm

Pathways Financial Planning

Location

Neptune, NJ 07753

Credentials

CFP®

Industry experience

2 years

About

Kristen provides unbiased, comprehensive financial planning with expertise in budgeting, retirement planning, investment strategies, tax planning, and major life transitions, including divorce.

Her background in education - spending a decade teaching middle school English in San Francisco and Maine- gives her a unique perspective on guiding career changers through financial transitions. She is particularly passionate about working with Childfree individuals, early retirees (and the FIRE community), those navigating divorce, and those forging non-traditional financial paths.

She offers hourly financial advice for those seeking one-time guidance or a cost-effective option, divorce planning for clients managing the financial complexities of separation, and ongoing financial planning for those who want continuous support in achieving their goals.

Whether you're changing careers, planning for retirement, building wealth, or facing complex financial decisions, Kristen provides knowledgeable, compassionate guidance to help you create a plan that aligns with your goals and values.

Client services

Based on Pathways Financial Planning

Financial planning

Expertise

General retirement planning General tax planning

Demographic focus

Work/Life Balance

Fee options

Flat

Range: $6,000 - $9,600/year

Hourly

$250

Other

Ongoing Clients: Flat-fee capped at $9,600/yr paid monthly or quarterly (this is a significant discount to AUM) Hourly and Divorce Clients: $250/hr

Location

Regus 3600 Rt 66, Suite 150

Neptune, NJ 07753

Most active in

Maine · Massachusetts · New Hampshire · New Jersey

Work history

Countiss Wealth Management

2024 - 2025 (1 year)

Pathways Financial Planning, LLC

2024 - Present (2 years)

Cornerstone Financial Planning, LLC

2023 - 2024 (1 year)

Southern New Hampshire University

2014 - 2023 (9 years)

Marshwood School District

2014 - 2021 (7 years)

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