Helm Financial Advisors, LLC
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Client assets under management
$73,300,000
Clients
42
52% high-net worth
Advisors
1
of 1 employees
Firm type
Independent
1 advisor
Fewer clients per advisor generally means more personalized, proactive service. Higher ratios may reflect streamlined models or lower minimums.
Clients per advisor
42
HighAverage account size
$1,745,238
About
Helm Financial Advisors, LLC is a fee‑only, state‑registered single‑advisor firm that provides holistic financial planning and investment advisory services to individuals and families. Its offerings include comprehensive Open Retainer engagements (with multiple scheduled meetings in the initial year), narrower Project Retainers, tax preparation and planning, retirement and estate plan reviews, and implementation recommendations.
The firm primarily delivers advice on a non‑discretionary basis and, as of February 21, 2025, reported $62.6 million under non‑discretionary authority versus $10.3 million under discretionary authority, with discretionary trading limited to its Growth and Trend – Dual Momentum Strategy. Recommendations are documented (for example, in a “Before & After” document) and trades are executed only when clients specifically authorize them (including via a limited power of attorney); fees are billed directly and not deducted from client custodial accounts.
Helm differs from many peers by relying on retainer and project fees rather than a percentage‑of‑AUM billing model, and by combining CFP® and Enrolled Agent credentials to offer integrated tax preparation and IRS representation alongside financial planning. The firm serves a relatively small client base with a highly individualized service model, does not aggregate trades, does not accept commissions, and reports no custody of client assets.
Client services
Financial planning
Portfolio management
Expertise
General retirement planning
General tax planning
Wealth management
Fee options
Project Retainer services typically charged on a flat-fee basis; Open Retainer fees are fixed annual fees
Up to $300 per hour for specific project requests
Fee-only: Open Retainer fees range from $2,000 to $20,000 annually; Project Retainer fees are flat fees or negotiable hourly fees up to $300/hour
Main office location
Helm Financial Advisors, LLC
Purcellville VA, United States
Number of offices
1
Most active in
Helm Financial Advisors, LLC has reported serving >5 clients in these states in the last 12 months.
Virginia
Disclosures
Firm disclosures are reported in Form ADV Part 1A, Item 11. They include criminal charges, regulatory actions, civil proceedings, and professional disciplinary events involving the firm or its advisory affiliates.
Exclamation point means they have disclosures of this type. Check mark means no disclosures of this type were found.
Business activities & affiliations
These affiliations may expand the services this firm offers and, in some cases, how they are compensated.
Is not active or affiliated with:
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Insurance agent
They sell insurance products and may earn commissions on those sales.
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Broker-dealer / trader
They provide brokerage services and may earn transaction-based compensation in addition to advisory fees.
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Bank
They're affiliated with a bank that may offer its own financial products and services.
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Trust company
They provide trust and estate administration services, typically for separate fees.
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Fund sponsor
They manage or sponsor investment funds and may earn management or performance-based fees if clients invest in them.
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Accountant / CPA / tax prep
They offer tax and accounting services, typically for separate fees.
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Lawyer
They provide legal services, typically billed separately.
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Real estate agent
They facilitate real estate transactions and may earn commissions.
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Other specialized services
They may provide services such as pension consulting or municipal advisory work, typically for separate fees.
Forms ADV
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