Ara Serjoie

At Empowering Finance we know that you are bold, ambitious, and a total badass. That's why you need a financial plan that allows you to pursue your passions and live your most authentic and powerful life. The problem is a buttoned-up approach to financial planning isn't going to meet your needs. You're worried that your dreams and aspirations will get lost in a cookie-cutter system. We believe you deserve a financial planner who listens to your unique dreams and helps you build a plan to get there. We understand that you want someone who will treat your money as we do our own. Which is why we combine our experience, authenticity, financial knowledge to connect with you and enable you to pursue your passions. Here's how we do it 1) We are a fiduciary: We are legally bound to put your interests ahead of our own 2) Diversity and authenticity matter to us: We are a woman-owned business, LGBTQIA+ friendly, and welcoming to anyone and everyone who needs an ally and friend with financial savvy. 3) Our services are fee-only: We keep things simple: no surprises charges or hidden fees So, Let's Chat. So you can stop worrying you won't reach your dreams and instead work with a passion-driven firm focused on achieving your life's dreams. Read Empowering Finances's blog here: https://empoweringfinance.com/blog/

FPNW is a fee-only fiduciary that supports the Do-It-Yourself investor and those just getting started. FPNW has four offerings: 1. Deep Dive – Reviews ten key financial topics and generates a detailed “To-Do List” for your implementation. 2. Comprehensive Financial Plan – A detailed projection of your financial future that answers questions like: “Am I on track for retirement?” “Are my investments too conservative? Or too risky?” “How should I save for a home or college?” “Is my current financial advisor doing a good job?” 3. Let’s Get Started – You seek coaching on how to set up your financial affairs from 401-(k) plans at work or savings plans for the self-employed, investing to basic banking and insurance. 4. Projects – Maybe it’s reconstructing your cost basis or you’ve inherited a mess from a parent. Planning for the estate taxes levied by Oregon and Washington is important. FPNW does not provide investment management services. FPNW helps clients either manage their own investments or locate other financial advisers who provide investment services. As a fiduciary, your success comes first. FPNW does NOT sell any financial products and does NOT accept any outside compensation. Previously I served wealthy clients. My goal now is to democratize the wealth creation process and to offer the same expertise whether you’ve got millions or only hundreds to invest. FPNW’s Philosophy Time on earth is our most important asset. Live accordingly and joyfully. Over the long run, stocks and real estate outperform other assets classes with built-in inflation projection. Take only as much investment risk as needed to reach your goals. The only correct allocation to stocks is one you're comfortable with and will stick to. Low-cost, tax efficient Exchange Traded Funds and index funds allow you to craft a simple sustainable portfolio. Tax-efficiency is key. Asset location matters. Sustainable and ethical investing is extremely competitive with “mainstream” investments. Diversify internationally. Philanthropy - Let’s discuss how to support your favorite charities while you’re alive and as part of your legacy. The comedian Chris Rock said it best. “Wealth is not about having a lot of money; It’s about having a lot of OPTIONS.” Let’s start with a free discussion to discover your best options. To quote legendary baseball player Yogi Berra, “If you don’t know where you’re going, you won't get there.."

At Old Growth Financial I do things differently. I am not here to sell you financial products you don't need, or pressure you to open accounts for investment management. As an advice-only fiduciary, I provide clients with comprehensive one-time financial plans for a transparent fixed flat fee. Throughout the process of creating your one-time financial plan, I offer independent advice that is completely tailored to your individual financial life. Financial planning does not have to be overwhelming. Let's work together to clarify your financial goals and develop a manageable plan to live the life that you want. My initial consult is always free. Reach out today!

Taylor’s passion for financial planning started when she and her husband decided to take a break from their traditional career paths in Seattle to join the Peace Corps. She served for two years in Kyrgyzstan before joining her family-owned financial planning business in Vancouver, Washington. Since then, Taylor has found that she has a passion for serving clients who are ambitious in their career paths and hobbies alike. Most importantly, hearing about her clients’ travel plans and being able to assist them in making them happen is incredibly rewarding. The best challenge that Taylor faces is helping her clients build flexibility into their financial plans. When she is able to oversee and assist her clients execute a sabbatical that they have been dreaming of, this is not only satisfying for the client but her as well. Taylor began her career in consulting and as a project manager at large companies. With this experience, she knows what it is like to make decisions on benefits, to advocate for herself in annual reviews, and to navigate corporate work environments. Taylor brings her prior experience to her sabbatical planning work by adding creativity to the more technical side of financial planning. Mindmaps, roadmaps, and her favorite…. brainstorming with Post-Its are some of her favorite techniques in sabbatical planning because they create active engagement with clients and provide fresh and insightful perspective. Taylor would love to help you in your journey in planning for a break or transition in your current career. Vacations and doing what you love should not be an event that only happens once you retire. Contact Taylor if you would love to know the next steps to living your work and personal life to their fullest.

The most enjoyable part of Kailie’s job is getting an email from her clients as they take off on the trip they’ve been planning together for the past few years. After all the anxiety, excitement, number-crunching, and decluttering, they’re off on their dream adventure with a clear picture of what they want to get out of their time away, and a solid plan for when they return. Whether you’re considering taking advantage of an employer-sponsored sabbatical at the job you love, taking time off before transitioning into a new job or career, or simply looking for a time to re-focus on what’s most important, we are your partner to help you think through the how of your sabbatical planning. Kailie’s passion for the non-traditional career path started when she spent three years living and working in Oaxaca, Mexico before starting a new job. During that time, she got married, ate her weight in tamales and pozole, gained fluency in Spanish, and called a new corner of the world home. Since then, she and her husband have lived in three countries and both coasts of the United States, while still pursuing their individual career paths (and welcoming the unexpected right turns along the way!) If you feel stuck in your daily routine and need a break to reset, reach out so we can talk through the next steps to taking the sabbatical of your dreams.

Ibrahim Lasisi is a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop strategies tailored to pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. Ibrahim provides guidance on a range of financial matters including general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses. He also facilitates access to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Ibrahim holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Illinois System. He has earned multiple professional designations, including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluent in English and Arabic, Ibrahim is also involved in community service with organizations such as Feed My Starving Children. With a focus on building trusted relationships, Ibrahim engages clients in ongoing discussions about their financial concerns and goals, providing advice and support as their needs evolve.