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ELLIS Financial Planning

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Client assets under management

$180,496,799

Clients

330

13% high-net worth

Advisors

4

of 7 employees

Firm type

Supported

1-3 advisors or $200M+ in AUM

Clients per advisor

83

High

Average account size

$546,960

About

Ellis Financial Planning provides personalized full-service financial planning and asset management to individuals, high‑net‑worth clients, families, family offices, trusts, estates, private foundations and retirement plans. The firm requires new clients to receive both planning and asset management and delivers advice on both discretionary and non‑discretionary bases.

The firm follows a planning‑first process—“Understand You,” “Design Your Plan,” “Get You Going,” and “Help You Stay on Track”—using the financial plan to set portfolio asset allocation and ongoing investment strategy. Ellis emphasizes diversified, allocation‑driven portfolios rather than attempting to “beat the market,” and typically implements strategies using registered mutual funds and ETFs while also employing equities, fixed income, REITs, private/alternative funds and structured notes when appropriate; it may also recommend external managers for portions of client assets.

Ellis operates as a small advisor team that serves roughly 330 clients with four advisors, a client‑to‑advisor load that is materially higher than most peer team firms. The firm offers tiered service programs (Summit, Complete, Enhanced, Classic), coordinates with clients’ other professionals, conducts at least annual reviews, and uses an institutional custodial platform to support trading, reporting and operational needs.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers

Expertise

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Tax-loss harvesting Charitable giving tax strategies Multi-generational wealth transfer

Occupation focus

Executive Founder/Business Owner

Fee options

Percentage

$0+: 1.24% (Asset Management Services Only) $0+: 0.99% (Classic program) $0+: 0.89% (Enhanced program) $0+: 0.79% (Complete program) $0+: 0.69% (Summit program)

Commissions

Advisory persons licensed as insurance professionals may earn commissions for insurance sales, which is separate and in addition to advisory fees.

Project-based

Additional financial planning services beyond agreed programs at up to $619 per hour.

Other

Account minimum: $1,000,000 Fee-only: Financial planning monthly flat fees by program: Classic $167-$299/month, Enhanced $399-$834/month, Complete $834+/month, Summit $2,083+/month; plus initial one-time financial planning fees: Classic $500-$1,000, Enhanced $2,000-$4,000, Complete $5,000-$15,000, Summit $25,000+

Main office location

ELLIS Financial Planning

2681 Townsend Ct.

Clarksville TN 37043, United States

Number of offices

1

Most active in

Kentucky · New York · Tennessee · Texas

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Advisors at this firm

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Kathy E

CFP®, Series 63

Clarksville, TN

ELLIS Financial Planning

Kathy Ellis is a CFP® with 31 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Ellis Financial Planning. Her prior experience includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services from 1999 to 2024 and Ellis and Company Retirement Strategist from 2016 to 2018. She serves on the advisory board for the Austin Peay State University College of Business and is a committee member overseeing finances at Lone Oak Baptist Church. Ellis Financial Planning provides personalized financial planning and asset management to individuals, families, trusts, and institutions. The firm emphasizes a structured, long-term investment approach centered on client understanding and plan design, managing diversified portfolios that include mutual funds, ETFs, equities, fixed income, and alternative investments.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Tax-loss harvesting Charitable giving tax strategies Multi-generational wealth transfer Executive Founder/Business Owner
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James A

Series 66

Clarksville, TN

ELLIS Financial Planning

James Alfonso is a financial advisor at ELLIS Financial Planning with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at UBS, RBC Capital Markets, LLC., and Raymond James Financial Services. Alfonso is also involved with Ellis & Company, a support company based in Clarksville, TN. ELLIS Financial Planning provides personalized financial planning and asset management to individuals, families, trusts, estates, and retirement plans. The firm uses a structured four-step process and emphasizes long-term, allocation-driven portfolios that include diversified mutual funds, ETFs, equities, fixed income, and select alternative investments.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Tax-loss harvesting Charitable giving tax strategies Multi-generational wealth transfer Executive Founder/Business Owner
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Michele W

Series 66

Clarksville, TN

ELLIS Financial Planning

Michele Wieber is a financial advisor with ELLIS Financial Planning in Clarksville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Merrill Lynch and Raymond James Financial Services. She serves as Education Committee Chair for Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. ELLIS Financial Planning provides personalized financial planning and asset management to individuals, families, trusts, and other entities. The firm follows a structured four-step process and emphasizes long-term, allocation-driven portfolios using diversified mutual funds, ETFs, and other investment vehicles.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Tax-loss harvesting Charitable giving tax strategies Multi-generational wealth transfer Executive Founder/Business Owner
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Eric E

Series 63, Series 65

Clarksville, TN

ELLIS Financial Planning

Eric Ellis is a financial advisor at ELLIS Financial Planning with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. and Ellis & Company Retirement Strategists. He serves on the Board of Directors for Chapel Hill Christian Academy in Clarksville, TN. ELLIS Financial Planning provides personalized financial planning and asset management to individuals, families, trusts, and other entities. The firm follows a structured four-step process focused on long-term, allocation-driven portfolios and serves a high number of clients through a standardized service model.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Tax-loss harvesting Charitable giving tax strategies Multi-generational wealth transfer Executive Founder/Business Owner
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