Financial & Tax Architects, LLC

Cassandra Sanchez is a financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC with six years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations. Prior to joining Financial & Tax Architects, she worked at Fisher Investments and TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services. Outside of finance, she has experience with hospitality businesses including Drunken Donkey and Redneck Heaven. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” that use ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, and also offers retirement-plan consulting and educational seminars.

Paul Stout is a Series 65 licensed financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Financial & Tax Architects, Inc. since 2021 and has been associated with Rand A, Inc. since 1997, where he also serves as an insurance agent. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” using ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with accounts reviewed monthly and customizable strategies.

James Fox is a financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC in Chicago, IL, with 15 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at several firms including Morgan Stanley, E*TRADE Capital Management, and Citibank. Outside of his advisory role, Fox owns a watch trading business and is involved in dog walking and driving services. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm offers proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” utilizing exchange-traded funds, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with a sub-advisory business serving other registered investment adviser firms.

Jason Smitka is a financial advisor with Financial & Tax Architects, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Scout Wealth Management, AE Wealth Management, and Client One Securities. Outside of investment advisory, he is involved as a managing member of Scout Financial Group and serves as a consultant for AdvisorMax, LLC. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary strategies using ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, offering customizable portfolios that are reviewed and rebalanced monthly.

Michael Wofsey is a financial advisor with Financial & Tax Architects, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Financial & Tax Architects, Inc. since 2020, previously at Money Concepts Capital Corp for seven years, and at Summer Associates, Inc. for 18 years. Outside of his advisory role, he is an independent insurance agent selling life, health, and annuity products. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” using ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with most client relationships managed on a discretionary basis.

Cody Brown is a financial advisor with Financial & Tax Architects, LLC, holding a Series 65 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to his advisory role, he worked at Peju Winery and has a long tenure with Ameristar Casino. He is also the owner of an apparel company specializing in T-shirts. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary investment strategies using ETFs and individual securities, offers retirement-plan consulting, and operates a sub-advisory business serving other registered investment adviser firms.

Justin Yoo is a financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC in Urbana, MD. He holds a Series 65 credential and has professional experience at Bravium Consulting and Element Materials Technology. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary investment strategies using ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with most client relationships managed on a discretionary basis.

David Brooks is a financial advisor with Financial & Tax Architects, LLC in St. Louis, MO, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. He has been involved with Financial and Tax Architects since 1996 and also manages FTA Insurance Services, where he spends a significant portion of his time. Brooks has roles at RIA Compliance Services, LLC as well. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” with monthly account reviews and rebalancing, serving mostly discretionary clients and offering a sub-advisory business to other registered investment adviser firms.

Gary Davis is a CFP® and ChFC® with 28 years of industry experience. He is currently with Financial & Tax Architects, LLC and has previously worked at Northwestern Mutual for 26 years. Davis also operates his own firm, Gary Davis, LLC. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” using ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, and offers a sub-advisory business serving other registered investment advisers.

Joseph Goh is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with seven years of industry experience. He is currently with Financial & Tax Architects, LLC and previously worked at LPL Enterprise, Prudential Insurance Company of America, and Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. Outside of financial advising, he is a licensed Texas realtor involved with Kingdom Estate Realty, a mortgage and real estate services business. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” using ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with most client relationships managed on a discretionary basis.

Alan Johnson is a financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with The Professional Group, Inc. since 2011. In addition to his advisory role, he works full-time as an independent insurance agent. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” using exchange-traded funds, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with most client relationships managed on a discretionary basis.

Anthony Brown is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with two years of industry experience. He is currently with Financial & Tax Architects, LLC and has previously worked at firms including Newport Group, Milliman, and Transamerica. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm uses proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” involving ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, and also offers retirement-plan consulting and educational seminars.

Sean Kenney is a financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked in hospitality and construction, as well as with the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest. Financial & Tax Architects primarily serves individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management and financial planning, employing proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” that use exchange-traded funds, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing.

Robert Atkinson is a financial advisor with Financial & Tax Architects, LLC, holding a Series 65 designation and beginning his advisory career in 2025. His prior experience includes roles at Farmers Insurance and several community and church organizations. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients nearing or in retirement. The firm employs proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” using ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with customized, discretionary accounts reviewed monthly.

Ronald Mendoza is a financial advisor with Financial & Tax Architects, LLC, holding a Series 65 credential and seven years of industry experience. He previously worked at Brookstone Capital Management and has been self-employed in life insurance sales since 2002. Mendoza continues to operate as a licensed life insurance agent, focusing on marketing and sales of life insurance and fixed annuities. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, particularly those nearing or in retirement. The firm implements proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” using ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, and also offers retirement-plan consulting, educational seminars, and ancillary services such as estate-planning assistance.