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M.Brown Financial Advisors

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Client assets under management

$0

Clients

1

0% high-net worth

Advisors

5

of 5 employees

Firm type

Team

4-10 advisors or $500M+ in AUM

Clients per advisor

0

Very Low

Average account size

$0

About

M. Brown Financial Advisors primarily serves as a sub‑advisor to Ausdal Financial Partners and to other registered investment advisers, providing discretionary portfolio management across model programs (PAM and IMPACT), customized non‑program accounts, and retirement plan consulting for plan sponsors and trustees. The firm also offers participant education and non‑fiduciary administrative support for retirement plans, in addition to managing assets for sub‑advisory relationships.

The firm’s investment approach combines active tactical allocation (the Proactive Asset Management strategy that can move to cash to limit downside) with diversified, monitored allocation models (IMPACT) and the use of fundamental, technical and cyclical analysis. M. Brown may employ options, inverse and leveraged ETFs, and select alternative vehicles in suitable accounts, and typically manages client accounts on a discretionary basis with ongoing monitoring and rebalancing.

Statistically uncommon for a team‑model adviser, several M. Brown advisors are registered representatives of a broker‑dealer (Ausdal) and are licensed insurance agents, which allows the firm to implement commission‑based brokerage and insurance product sales (including variable products) and receive 12b‑1 or other third‑party payments that create potential conflicts of interest. The business is concentrated in sub‑advisory relationships (reported assets under advisement) rather than a broad retail client base, and the combination of sub‑advisory focus, commissionable product capability, and retirement plan education services distinguishes it from many peers.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Educational seminars or workshops

Expertise

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Passive / index investing Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k)

Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner

Fee options

Fixed

Retirement plan services may also be charged a specified flat fee as set forth in the advisory agreement.

Percentage

$0.00 - $250,000.99: 2.50% $250,001 - $500,000.99: 2.25% $500,001 - $1,000,000.99: 2.00% $1,000,001+: 1.75%

Commissions

Clients can engage advisors as registered representatives to implement recommendations on commission basis via Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc.

Project-based

Fees for retirement plan services may be based on an hourly rate as specified in advisory agreement.

Other

Account minimum: $25,000 Minimum fee: Clients may be subject to an annual minimum fee, exact amount varies by client. Fee-only: Investment advisory fees based on assets under management; fees negotiable and may be less than maximum schedule.

Main office location

M.Brown Financial Advisors

2728 Forgue Drive, Suite 100

Naperville IL 60564, United States

Number of offices

2

Most active in

Illinois

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Advisors at this firm

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Matthew G

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Naperville, IL

M.Brown Financial Advisors

Matthew Gill is a CFP® professional with five years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. in Naperville, IL. He has worked at Ausdal Financial Partners and M. Brown Financial Advisors since 2019 and has prior experience at Benedictine University and Sky View Accounting, LLC. Outside of advising, he has been involved in operating Drink Inc. Bar Service and Gooseberries Market. Ausdal Financial Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer managing approximately $2.13 billion in client assets through a network of 152 advisors. The firm offers investment advisory programs, retirement plan services, and financial planning for individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies across various asset classes.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Passive / index investing Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner
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Charles B

CFP®, Series 66

Naperville, IL

M.Brown Financial Advisors

Charles Brown is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. in Naperville, IL. He has worked at both Ausdal Financial Partners since 2012 and M.Brown Financial Advisors since 2021. Outside of his advisory duties, he serves as president of The Manors of White Eagle Homeowners Association, where he assists with financial decisions affecting the community. Ausdal Financial Partners is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer managing approximately $2.13 billion in client assets. The firm provides a range of investment advisory programs, retirement plan services, and financial planning to individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management through various account structures and investment options.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Passive / index investing Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner
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Mark B

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Naperville, IL

M.Brown Financial Advisors

Mark Brown is a CFP® with 38 years of industry experience, currently serving at M. Brown Financial Advisors in Naperville, IL. He has previously worked at Ausdal Financial Partners since 2010 and led M Brown & Associates from 2006 to 2025. Outside of advising, he serves as vice president of the Naper Courtyards Condo Association, where he helps oversee budget and expenses. M. Brown Financial Advisors primarily acts as a sub-advisor to Ausdal Financial Partners and other registered investment advisers, providing discretionary portfolio management, retirement plan consulting, and participant education. The firm employs a combination of active tactical allocation and diversified, monitored models, often managing accounts on a discretionary basis with ongoing monitoring and rebalancing.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Passive / index investing Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner
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Andrew B

Series 63, Series 65

Naperville, IL

M.Brown Financial Advisors

Andrew Buttimer is a financial advisor with M.Brown Financial Advisors in Naperville, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with M.Brown Financial Advisors since 2021 and also works with Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. since 2010. Outside of advisory work, he is involved in community business networking as a member of the BNI A.I.M. Naperville chapter, where he participates in referral building and member relations. M.Brown Financial Advisors primarily serves as a sub-advisor to Ausdal Financial Partners and other registered investment advisers, offering discretionary portfolio management, retirement plan consulting, and participant education. The firm uses a combination of active tactical allocation and diversified allocation models, employing various analytical methods and investment vehicles to manage client accounts on a discretionary basis.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Passive / index investing Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner
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Gregory B

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Naperville, IL

M.Brown Financial Advisors

Gregory Bruno is a CFP®-certified financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He is affiliated with Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. and has worked at M. Brown Financial Advisors since 2021 as well as M Brown & Associates since 2009. Bruno serves as a board member of a charitable organization, KUZA Project, dedicating a few hours monthly to this role without compensation. Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser and FINRA-member broker-dealer managing approximately $2.13 billion in client assets through a network of 152 advisors. The firm provides investment advisory programs, retirement plan services, and financial planning to a wide range of clients, including individuals, trusts, corporations, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment strategies across multiple account types.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Passive / index investing Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner
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