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Matthew Rinkey

Advisor at Illumination Wealth Management

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Firm

Illumination Wealth Management

Location

San Diego, CA 92130

Credentials

Series 63, Series 65

Industry experience

16 years

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Wealth management

Fee options

Fixed

Pension consulting initial fixed fee $500-$1,500; ongoing fixed annual fee with $500 minimum paid quarterly in advance.

Percentage

$0 - $2,000,000: 0.50% of net worth (Financial Life Management) $2,000,001 - $3,000,000: 0.40% of net worth (Financial Life Management) $3,000,001 - $5,000,000: 0.30% of net worth (Financial Life Management) $5,000,001 - $10,000,000: 0.20% of net worth (Financial Life Management) $10,000,001+: 0.10% of net worth (Financial Life Management) $0 - $500,000: 1.00% of adjusted gross income (AGI) (Financial Life Management) $500,001 - $1,000,000: 0.80% of AGI (Financial Life Management) $1,000,001 - $2,000,000: 0.60% of AGI (Financial Life Management) $2,000,001+: 0.40% of AGI (Financial Life Management) $0 - $99,999: $1,500 minimum fee (Investment Management only) $100,000 - $249,999: 1.50% annually (Investment Management only) $250,000 - $499,999: 1.35% annually (Investment Management only) $500,000 - $999,999: 1.20% annually (Investment Management only) $1,000,000 - $2,999,999: 1.00% annually (Investment Management only) $3,000,000+: 0.90% annually (Investment Management only)

Other

Account minimum: No general minimum dollar amount required to open and maintain an advisory account; however, Financial Life Management services have a minimum quarterly fee of $2,000 (may change and determined case by case) and Investment Management services have a $1,500 minimum fee for accounts under $100,000. Minimum fee: Financial Life Management: minimum quarterly fee $2,000; Investment Management: $1,500 minimum for accounts under $100,000 Fee-only: Financial Life Management and Investment Management fees are fee-only (no commissions). Pension consulting fees are fixed fees.

Work history

Illumination Family Office

2021 - Present (5 years)

Ben Rinkey and Associates, LLC

2015 - 2016 (1 year)

Rinkey Investments

2008 - Present (18 years)

Disclosures

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Grant K

Series 7, Series 66

La Mesa, CA

OSAIC

Grant Knox has been a Financial Advisor since 1994 and holds the following registrations and licenses: General Securities, California Life and Health Insurance, and California Real Estate and Mortgage Lending. A Southern California native, Grant excels at strategies for financial health and wealth that are attainable and effective. He is passionate about helping others achieve financial success and exceed their goals. He is a certified Kingdom Advisor, able to offer counsel on the integration of a Biblical worldview into financial practices. He holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Designation (CPFA), designating expertise in company retirement plans. He holds a Bachelors degree from Evangel University and a D.Min. from Summit Bible College. Grant lives in La Mesa with his wife, Nicole and their son Noah. He loves to travel, active in his church, is a voracious reader and an avid soccer fan, having played on and managed recreational soccer teams for over 30 years.

General retirement planning Life insurance needs analysis College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Wealth management Retired Self-Employed Approaching retirement Mid-Career Professionals

Carla A

CFP®

Lake Orion, MI

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With more than 15 years of experience in the wealth management industry, Carla founded Ametrine Wealth with the vision of helping people–particularly women–take control of their financial futures. She prides herself on creating a compassionate, trusting environment for clients and removing the barriers that keep people from setting and achieving their financial goals. Carla’s clients value her financial planning insight, ability to break down complex topics, attention to detail, and approachable demeanor. Originally from Massachusetts, Carla initially envisioned a career in science. She graduated magna cum laude from Washington and Lee University and received a Masters in chemistry from Northwestern University. However, long hours in the lab made her realize her preference for engaging with people over compounds, and she decided to put her analytical skills to use in the financial sector. Carla holds an MBA in Finance and General Management from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and is a Certified Financial Planner Practitioner(TM). Carla lives in Lake Orion with her husband, Jarod, and her two greatest accomplishments, daughters Brinley and Chloe.

Mid-Career Professionals Married/Couples/Partners Single Women Gen Y/Millennials (Born 1980-1995)

Danny M

CFP®

San Diego, CA

Satori Wealth Management, Inc.

About Danny G. Michael, CFP®, RLP®, MSBA Retirement requires making decisions that will impact my clients for the rest of their lives. So the first thing I do is help them define for themselves what a fulfilling, deeply satisfying retirement looks like. Once they have complete clarity on what they want, I put my advanced degrees in finance and tax-planning to work getting that for them. It’s also important that my clients know I have no hidden agendas. As a Certified Financial Planner™ and Registered Life Planner®, I provide completely transparent retirement planning and my team acts 100% in their best interests. We make no commissions off the financial products clients invest in and we charge no hidden fees. For 20 years, I’ve led clients through the maze that is retirement planning and I love knowing that they’re fully enjoying this phase of their lives and not worrying whether or not their financial resources can support their most fulfilling retirement. There’s nothing worse than realizing after you retire that your planning was incomplete. Let’s work together so that you can enjoy the comfortable, confident retirement you’ve earned. Media Mentions: Bank Rate https://www.bankrate.com/personal-finance/smart-money/understand-how-inflation-impacts-your-life-with-personal-inflation-rate/ https://www.bankrate.com/personal-finance/how-to-write-a-will/ https://www.bankrate.com/financing/cd-rates/pros-and-cons-of-ira-cds/ Investment News https://money.usnews.com/money/retirement/baby-boomers/articles/how-to-retire HuffPost https://www.huffpost.com/entry/important-money-moves-experts_n_5c1d130ee4b05c88b6f81d52 https://www.huffpost.com/entry/401k-loan-rules-borrow_l_5d83e88ae4b0957256b3d417 Think Advisor https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2019/08/21/advisors-advice-top-11-retirement-planning-questions-clients-ask/ Family Wealth News http://abetterwaytoretire.com/Understanding_Your_Personal_Inflation_Rate.aspx Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertfarrington/2021/12/21/5-last-minute-financial-tips-for-the-end-of-2021/?sh=5b7c6fb31403

Wealth management General retirement planning General tax planning Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964)

Mike F

CFP®

Del Mar, CA

Flightpath Financial Planning

Why take your journey with FlightPath Financial Planning Are you looking to reach your financial destination with ease and confidence? As a financial planner and pilot I know firsthand the importance of having a clear path and a trustworthy partner to guide you along the way. Aviation has taught me that careful planning, experience, and ongoing training are crucial for success, and the same goes for financial planning. At FlightPath Financial Planning, we are dedicated to helping you achieve financial independence, where you no longer have to worry about debt, student loans, how much to save for retirement, or whether you will ever be able to afford a home. We believe that the key to reaching your goals is to work with a professional who will always put your interests first and has the knowledge and experience to guide you towards your destination. As Certified Financial Planners® we operate on a fee-only basis, meaning no commissions or sales, allowing us to avoid any potential conflicts of interest and work solely for you. Let us help you pilot your finances towards financial independence, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and start your journey.

Airline Pilot Doctor or Medical Professional Mid-Career Professionals Gen Y/Millennials (Born 1980-1995)

Alan N

CFP®, ChFC®

Solana Beach, CA

Measured Money Maneuvers

Hi, I’m Alan Nelson, Founder of Measured Money Maneuvers. My “money” story began many years ago with my decision to enlist in the Navy. At the time, I was independent and living on my own, attending community college and working full-time to make ends meet, but was not really sure what I wanted to do with my life, and didn’t want to get shackled into a ton of student loan debt and paying it off into my 30s and 40s. So, I raised my right hand and took the oath with the goals to serve our country, learn valuable skills, hopefully figure out what I wanted to pursue in life, and get my college education paid for…or at least get the GI Bill to assist with college later. Like many young enlisted starting out, in the first two years, my two roommates and I were fooled by the predatory insurance salesman and purchased a whole life policy as an “investment” with the promise of the “guaranteed” 7% rate of return. Thankfully, we had some senior enlisted leaders that knew better and told us to get out of it immediately before the 30-day window closed and we’d have had to pay a huge surrender fee to get out. This was my initial wake-up call that I needed to learn more about personal finance and investing. I was fortunate to earn a commissioning program within a couple years and while I initially thought I’d transition out in 6-8 years, I went on to serve a 25-year career as a submarine officer. As a young junior officer, I wanted to help my Sailors holistically – professionally, personally and of course, financially. Many young service members make poor early financial decisions that can take them years to recover from due to: 1) lack of financial literacy, 2)having their own paycheck for the first time in many cases and, 3) being the target for many unprincipled salespeople. Despite also working at an innovative high-tech company with brilliant engineers, I realized quickly these highly-educated people still didn’t know much about personal finance. People asked how I knew so much, so I offered an initial lunch and learn. The feedback was so positive and by the second seminar, it became undeniably clear that helping people with money to live their best life was my passion and I knew I needed to earn my credentials as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional. While I will continue to educate, I realized that I could truly help more people by starting my own fee-only, fiduciary registered investment advisor (RIA) firm, Measured Money Maneuvers LLC.

Military & Veterans Technology Professional Career Changers Gen X (Born 1965-1980)

Chris K

CFP®, ChFC®

San Diego, CA

Mercer Global Advisors Inc.

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Airline Pilot Military & Veterans Gen X (Born 1965-1980)
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