Advisor at Benchmark Capital Group Ltd.
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Firm
Benchmark Capital Group Ltd.
Location
Edwardsville, IL 62025
Credentials
Series 63, Series 65
Industry experience
26 years
Fixed quarterly fee for asset management services may be negotiated based on assets to be managed.
Up to 1.0% annually (negotiable, maximum 1.0%)
Financial planning and consulting services at $85 per hour, negotiable.
Account minimum: $150,000 Fee-only: Asset management fees up to 1.0% annually, prorated and paid quarterly in arrears, negotiable; Financial planning hourly fee $85 per hour; Fixed quarterly fee for asset management may be negotiated.
Benchmark Capital Group Ltd.
2012 - Present (14 years)
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