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Michael Kojonen

Advisor at AlphaStar Capital Management

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Firm

AlphaStar Capital Management

Location

Hudson, WI 54016

Credentials

Series 65

Industry experience

3 years

About

Michael Kojonen is a financial advisor at AlphaStar Capital Management with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and also owns Principal Wealth Services, LLC, a retirement planning firm, and Principal Preservation Services, LLC, a non-investment related business. Kojonen dedicates significant time to these ventures alongside his advisory role. AlphaStar Capital Management manages approximately $1.84 billion for a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, estates, and small businesses. The firm offers both model and custom investment strategies, employing strategic asset allocation and quantitative analysis, and provides services such as portfolio management, financial planning, and subadvisory support to other registered investment advisers.

Client services

Based on AlphaStar Capital Management

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops Sub-advisory services

Expertise

Based on AlphaStar Capital Management

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Passive / index investing Private / alternative investments

Occupation focus

Based on AlphaStar Capital Management

Founder/Business Owner Retired

Fee options

Fixed

Fixed fees for financial planning vary based on complexity and client needs; specific amounts are negotiated

Percentage

Up to 2.25% per annum (maximum annual rate); actual fees are negotiable and vary by client

Commissions

IARs may receive commissions for sale of commission-based insurance products separately from advisory fees; commissions vary by product and carrier

Project-based

Hourly financial planning fees are negotiable and based on complexity; specific rates not stated

Subscriptions

Subscription fees for ongoing financial planning and consulting may be negotiated; specific amounts not stated

Other

Minimum fee: Account administrative fee of up to $50 per account annually, payable monthly or quarterly Fee-only: Financial planning services offered with negotiable fixed fees, hourly fees, retainer fees, or subscription fees (monthly, quarterly, or annual); specific amounts vary and are negotiated

Location

400 2nd Street S, #230

Hudson, WI 54016

Most active in

Minnesota · Wisconsin

Work history

Alphastar Capital Management, LLC

2022 - Present (4 years)

Principal Preservation Services, LLC

2014 - Present (12 years)

Principal Wealth Services, LLC

2014 - Present (12 years)

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Samuel S

Series 63, Series 66

White Bear, MN

Greenup Wealth

Sam Schuette is a seasoned wealth advisor with over two decades of experience helping individuals and families plan for financial security and life milestones. As Vice President and Wealth Advisor at GreenUp Wealth Management, Sam works with clients to develop financial strategies tailored to their goals — including retirement planning, investment guidance, and overall wealth management.  Before joining GreenUp, Sam spent more than a decade at Scottrade, Inc., where he built strong client relationships and led teams of investment professionals. He also served in financial advisory and wealth planning roles at several other firms, bringing a depth of practical experience across markets, financial planning disciplines, and client service.  Sam holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture & Food Business Management with a focus in Finance from the University of Minnesota. Outside of work, he enjoys time with his family, outdoor activities, and community engagement.

Wealth management General retirement planning Income planning General tax planning General estate planning guidance Retired Executive Founder/Business Owner Self-Employed Consultant Approaching retirement Established Professionals Gen X (Born 1965-1980) Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964)
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