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North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

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Client assets under management

$804,637,524

Clients

401

55% high-net worth

Advisors

12

of 16 employees

Firm type

Team

4-10 advisors or $500M+ in AUM

Clients per advisor

33

Very Low

Average account size

$2,006,577

About

North Berkeley Wealth Management provides comprehensive financial planning and investment management to individuals, families, business owners, professionals, inheritors, retirees, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm manages approximately $829.7 million in client assets, the majority on a discretionary basis, and works with roughly 400 clients in ongoing advisory relationships.

The firm’s investment process centers on customized asset allocation and documented Investment Policy Statements implemented mainly with institutional mutual funds and ETFs, using a mix of passive and active strategies and regular systematic rebalancing to pursue total-return goals. North Berkeley also offers customized ESG options — including a general ESG screen and an environmental screen focused on limiting carbon extraction — and may, in particular circumstances, utilize sub‑advisers, separately managed accounts, limited private investments, or options; it also uses an order management tool (Pontera) for certain accounts not held directly at its chosen custodians.

Noteworthy operational features include the firm’s requirement that client custody be maintained at Charles Schwab or my529 (with my529 specifically recommended for 529 accounts) and its general policy to decline directed brokerage relationships. The brochure also discloses that partners may serve as trustees for some client accounts (creating custody that triggers independent annual verification) and that Schwab has provided time‑limited transition assistance contingent on an asset milestone—an arrangement the firm describes as a potential conflict and discloses in its fiduciary practices.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Selection of other advisers

Expertise

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy

Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Retired

Demographic focus

Mid-Career Professionals

Fee options

Percentage

$0 - $3 million: 1.00% annually (0.25% quarterly) $3 million - $5 million: 0.75% annually (0.1875% quarterly) $5 million - $10 million: 0.50% annually (0.125% quarterly) $10 million+: 0.35% annually (0.0875% quarterly)

Project-based

Hourly financial planning services charged at $295/hour, offered only to existing clients for additional services beyond standard planning and investment management

Other

Account minimum: $1,000,000 Minimum fee: Minimum quarterly fee of $2,500 if assets under management fall below $1,000,000, equating to a minimum annual fee of $10,000 for new clients Fee-only: Investment management and financial planning fee charged as a percentage of assets under management; hourly financial planning services at $295/hour for additional work beyond standard services

Main office location

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

1995 El Dorado Ave

Berkeley CA 94707, United States

Number of offices

2

Most active in

California · Louisiana · New York · Oregon · Texas · Washington

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Advisors at this firm

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Ariana A

CFP®, Series 65

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Ariana Alisjahbana is a CFP® and Series 65 licensed advisor at North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC, with three years of industry experience. She previously worked at BrightPlan and Rocket Lawyer and has a background that includes roles at Alibaba Group and the University of California Berkeley. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, managing approximately $710.6 million in assets. The firm utilizes a long-term, total-return investment approach combining passive and active strategies, with options for ESG and carbon-screened portfolios, and employs separately managed accounts and limited derivative strategies in certain client situations.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Jennifer R

CFP®

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Jennifer Regan is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience. She has worked at North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC since 2019 and previously held positions at Bell Investment Advisors and Asti Financial Management. Prior to her financial advisory career, she took time as a stay-at-home parent. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm focuses on long-term, total-return oriented portfolios combining passive and active strategies, and offers ESG and carbon-screened options upon request.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Matthew G

CFP®

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Matthew Gatt is a CFP® professional with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at North Berkeley Investment Partners, LLC since 2016 and previously spent ten years at Northern Trust. He is based in Berkeley, CA. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm provides comprehensive financial planning and investment management, focusing on long-term, total-return oriented portfolios that combine passive and active strategies, with options for ESG and carbon-screened investments.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Maria Q

CFA®

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Maria Quintana Pilling is a CFA® charterholder with one year of experience at North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC. Prior to joining the firm, she has owned and operated Urbanspice Nutrition, a nutrition and health coaching practice. She serves clients from Berkeley, CA. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, managing approximately $710.6 million in assets. The firm provides comprehensive financial planning and investment management with an emphasis on long-term, total-return oriented portfolios using a mix of passive and active strategies and offers ESG and carbon-screened options.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Kim B

Series 65

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Kim Berger is a financial advisor at North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC with a Series 65 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining the firm, Kim worked for ten years at Grifols Diagnostics. Outside of financial advising, Kim serves as Secretary for pHionics, Inc., a company that manufactures and sells water equipment. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm manages approximately $710.6 million in assets, offering comprehensive financial planning and investment management with a focus on long-term, total-return portfolios that blend passive and active strategies and include options for ESG and carbon-screened investments.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Brian K

CFP®

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Brian Kozel is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving at North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC. He has been with North Berkeley Investment Partners since 2011. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, managing approximately $710.6 million in assets. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and investment management with a focus on long-term, total-return oriented portfolios that combine passive and active strategies, including options and ESG screening for clients who request social considerations.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Cagatay K

Series 65

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Cagatay Koc is a financial advisor at North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Strategic Wealth Planning, LifePro Financial Services, and Faubourg Private Wealth, among others. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, managing approximately $710.6 million in assets. The firm focuses on long-term, total-return oriented portfolios using a combination of passive and active strategies, documented Investment Policy Statements, and systematic rebalancing, with options for ESG and carbon-screened investments.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Stephanie N

Series 65, Series 66

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Stephanie Nehmens is a financial advisor at North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses. She has experience at several financial firms, including Arta Finance, Finix Payments, Secfi Securities, Homepoint Financial, LendingClub, and JP Morgan Chase. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, managing approximately $710.6 million in assets. The firm emphasizes long-term, total-return oriented portfolios using a mix of passive and active strategies, with options for ESG and carbon-screened investments.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Daniel N

Series 65

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Daniel Nakahara is a financial advisor at North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has been with North Berkeley Investment Partners, LLC since 2015. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm provides comprehensive financial planning and investment management, emphasizing long-term, total-return oriented portfolios that combine passive and active strategies, with options for ESG and carbon-screened investments.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Katherine K

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Katherine King is a CFP® professional with 28 years of experience in the financial industry. She has been with North Berkeley Investment Partners, LLC since 2005. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Berkeley, CA. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, managing approximately $710.6 million in assets. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and investment management, using a mix of passive and active strategies, ESG options, and employs separately managed accounts with a willingness to use options and leverage in certain portfolios.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Debra E

Series 65

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Debra Ellisen is a financial advisor at North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has been with the affiliated North Berkeley Investment Partners, LLC since 2002. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities, managing approximately $710.6 million in assets. The firm employs a long-term, total-return investment approach using a combination of passive and active strategies, separately managed accounts, and offers ESG and carbon-screened options for clients who request social screening.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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Samuel W

CFP®, Series 65

Berkeley, CA

North Berkeley Wealth Management, LLC

Samuel Wood Bednarz is a CFP® and holds a Series 65 license with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with North Berkeley Investment Partners, LLC since 2013. North Berkeley Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning and investment management with an emphasis on long-term, total-return oriented portfolios using a mix of passive and active strategies, including ESG and carbon-screened options.

ESG / Sustainable investing Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals
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