Advisor at Astute Financial, LLC
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Firm
Astute Financial, LLC
Location
Rapid City, SD 57701
Credentials
Series 65
Industry experience
6 years
Paul Freidel is a financial advisor at Astute Financial, LLC in Rapid City, SD, holding a Series 65 designation with six years of industry experience. He has been involved with Astute Financial since 2019 and also manages Freidel & Associates, LLC, where he serves as Managing Member. In addition, he is a co-owner of KFG, LLC. Astute Financial offers tailored investment management and comprehensive financial planning for individuals, high-net-worth clients, small businesses, and irrevocable trusts. The firm employs a blend of passive and active investment strategies grounded in Modern Portfolio Theory and emphasizes diversification, tax considerations, and long-term planning.
Based on Astute Financial, LLC
Quarterly flat-fee for investment management services ranging from $300 to $30,000; upfront fee for financial planning $500 - $10,000
$0 - $1,500,000: 1.00% annually $1,500,001+: 0.50% annually
Ongoing comprehensive financial planning paid quarterly in arrears at $300 - $1,500 per quarter
Fee-only: Investment management fees based on AUM or negotiated quarterly flat-fee; flat-fee ranges from $300 to $30,000 quarterly
429 Quincy Street
Rapid City, SD 57701
South Dakota
KFG, LLC
2025 - Present (1 year)
Astute Financial, LLC
2019 - Present (7 years)
Freidel & Associates, LLC
2016 - Present (10 years)
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