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William Bresett

Advisor at Financial Transparency

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Firm

Financial Transparency

Location

Pittsfield, MA 01201

Credentials

Series 66

Industry experience

24 years

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops

Fee options

Fixed

Individual Financial Consultations fixed fee range generally $1,500 to $10,000 per plan

Percentage

None - $24,999: Not offered (no minimum for Let’s Get Started program, but other programs have minimums) $0+: Let’s Get Started program: Up to 1.00% $25,000+: Managed Investment Portfolios: Up to 1.75% $150,000+: Customized Managed Accounts: Up to 2.15% $100,000+: Pension Consulting Services: Up to 1.50% (with $1,500 minimum fee)

Commissions

Insurance commissions may be received by some IARs for sale of insurance products, but not primary source of compensation

Project-based

Individual Financial Consultations typically $300 per hour

Other

Account minimum: None for Let’s Get Started program; $25,000 for Managed Investment Portfolios; $150,000 for Customized Managed Accounts; $100,000 for Pension Consulting Services (with $1,500 minimum fee) Minimum fee: Pension Consulting Services have a total annual minimum fee of $1,500 Fee-only: Advisory fees charged as percentage of assets or fixed fees for financial consultations; no commissions on advisory fees

Work history

Envision Financial Transparency, LLC

2018 - Present (8 years)

Cssc Brokerage Services, Inc.

2007 - 2018 (11 years)

CSSC Insurance Services, Inc.

2001 - 2018 (17 years)

Trustee Empowerment & Protection, Inc.

2001 - 2018 (17 years)

Giardina & Bressett

1988 - Present (38 years)

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Robert C

Series 66

Pittsfield, MA

Edward Jones

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business succession planning General estate planning guidance Military & Veterans

Jacob G

Series 63, Series 66

East Nassau, NY

Fidelity

Jacob Guevara is the Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments' Albany Investor Center, a role he has held since 2024. He co-leads the center with a dedication to Fidelity's mission and values, focusing on financial planning and making an impact during important financial moments for clients. Jacob is committed to ensuring that every client interaction is meaningful and meets high standards of service. Jacob has been with Fidelity Investments since 2014, progressing through various positions including Financial Representative, Senior Service Support Specialist, Managed Account Support Specialist, and several leadership roles within Advisory Services and Relationship Management. His experience spans client advising and team leadership, reflecting a depth of knowledge in financial services and client relationship management. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jacob enjoys cooking and baking, fitness, and gardening.

General retirement planning Wealth management

Regina G

Series 66

Adams, MA

Edward Jones

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Engineering Professional Doctor or Medical Professional Women Professionals

Corey D

Series 66

Lenox, MA

Edward Jones

Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Real estate investing General estate planning guidance
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Stephen G

Series 65

Pittsfield, MA

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Phuong L

CFP®, Series 65

Pittsfield, MA

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