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Laura Swanson

Advisor at Fourstar Wealth Advisors, LLC

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Firm

Fourstar Wealth Advisors, LLC

Location

Chicago, IL 60602

Credentials

Series 63, Series 66

Industry experience

30 years

About

Laura Swanson is a financial advisor with FourStar Wealth Advisors, LLC in Chicago, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 30 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Realta Equities, Inc., Great Point Capital, LLC, Purshe Kaplan Sterlings Investments, and Cabot Lodge Securities LLC. She is also the Director of Operations at FourStar Insurance Services, LLC, overseeing administration, operations, and client services. FourStar Wealth Advisors provides investment management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individuals, pension plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management using a combination of fundamental and technical analysis tailored to clients’ risk tolerances and objectives.

Client services

Based on Fourstar Wealth Advisors, LLC

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers

Expertise

Based on Fourstar Wealth Advisors, LLC

Charitable giving & philanthropy Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k)

Fee options

Fixed

Flat fee financial planning services charged on a stand-alone basis; fees vary by scope and complexity and are negotiable.

Percentage

$0+: Graduated scale or flat fee program; specific tiers not disclosed in brochure; fees based on assets under management $25,000 - $100,000: Minimum $25,000 to open account; $100,000 minimum withdrawal to adjust fees (implied tiering on additions/withdrawals)

Commissions

Certain supervised persons offer insurance products and receive commissions; some are registered representatives earning commissions on securities transactions.

Project-based

Hourly fees range from $200 to $500 per hour for certain services.

Other

Account minimum: No stated minimum for investment management accounts; however, certain Independent Managers may impose more restrictive account minimums and billing practices (no specific amounts stated). Fee-only: Fixed fees for financial planning and wealth management services; fees are individually negotiated and vary based on scope and complexity.

Location

1 N. Lasalle Street, Suite 2225

Chicago, IL 60602

Most active in

Illinois

Work history

Realta Equities, Inc.

2020 - Present (6 years)

Great Point Capital, LLC

2020 - 2020 (1 year)

Purshe Kaplan Sterlings Investments

2017 - 2018 (1 year)

Cabot Lodge Securities LLC

2016 - 2017 (1 year)

FourStar Insurance Services. LLC

2015 - Present (11 years)

FourStar Brokerage Services, LLC

2015 - 2016 (1 year)

FourStar Wealth Advisors, LLC

2015 - Present (11 years)

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

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Series 63, Series 65

Chicago, IL

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Active portfolio management Concentrated stock management
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CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Chicago, IL

Genfi LLC

Equity compensation tax strategy Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) General estate planning guidance College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Options & derivatives strategies Executive
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Series 65

Chicago, IL

Bright Lantern Financial LLC

Passive / index investing Tax-loss harvesting College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) General retirement planning

Brett W

CFP®

Brookfield, IL

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At Wysopal Wealth, we specialize in helping high-income professionals and former athletes manage the complexities of equity compensation and variable income. Our goal is to make sure your money works for you—today and for the future. We focus on creating personalized, values-driven financial plans that allow you to live fully now while planning for what’s next. I’m Brett Wysopal, a proud girl dad of two and a former minor pro hockey player. My experience in sports taught me discipline, focus, and resilience, all of which I apply to financial planning. After spending years navigating the world of equity compensation, I’ve made it my mission to help families simplify their finances, reduce tax burdens, and achieve their life goals. Our approach at Wysopal Wealth is rooted in personalized attention. We keep our client list small, ensuring every client receives the time and care they deserve. We dive deep into your financial situation, understanding your numbers, values, and what matters most to you. This allows us to tailor your financial strategy to your unique goals, whether that’s managing your equity, preparing for retirement, or planning a family legacy. Equity compensation is often the largest part of our clients' wealth, but it comes with complexities—ISOs, RSUs, stock options, and significant tax implications. Many people wait too long to make decisions about their equity, resulting in missed opportunities or unexpected tax bills. At Wysopal Wealth, we take a proactive approach, creating a strategy for when and how to execute your equity plans, minimize tax liability, and diversify your holdings. At Wysopal Wealth, financial happiness is the goal. We believe that money should support the life you want, and we’re here to help you make that happen.

Equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) General tax planning Technology Professional Gen Y/Millennials (Born 1980-1995)
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Michael C

Series 65

Chicago, IL

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College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Cash flow / budgeting
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Chicago, IL

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