Question 1

We’ve been with our current advisors for a while, and they’ve done a decent job for us. Why should we move to Marsh?

Accepted Answer

Your advisor has likely focused on the accumulation phase of the Money Cycle and did a great job for you. But as you enter a new phase, you need a more comprehensive wealth management plan that goes beyond wealth accumulation. Led by CPAs and a Certified Financial Planner, the Marsh team is better equipped (and more up to speed on the latest tax legislation) to advise you through the preservation and distribution phases.

Question 2

Isn’t it a pain to move our accounts?

Accepted Answer

We make the transition easy and painless. We’ll even develop a plan to proactively minimize any tax events that could occur. If you need help with what to say to your current advisor, we can assist with that, too. And we’re happy to calculate how much that 10 minutes of awkwardness could save you.

Question 3

How much do you charge for your services?

Accepted Answer

To create your unique retirement financial plan, our costs typically cost between $1,495 and $1,995 - though the simplest of plans could be as low as $450 and the most complex plan as high as $4,000.  We give you a firm price quote, up front, once we understand your needs.
For ongoing wealth management services, we offer fee-only fiduciary management strategies, as a percentage of assets. We do not receive income from trading commissions or 12b-1 mutual fund marketing fees.

This fee covers all of the ongoing services we provide to you. For example, in addition to managing your investments, we guide you through tax-planning, Social Security implementation, Medicare review, the IRA Required Distribution process, and more. We like to think of ourselves as your partner and full-service tour guide on your retirement journey.  And of course we’re always available to answer your questions anytime they pop up.

Question 4

How secure is my money with Marsh?

Accepted Answer

Your money is always your money, not ours. We don’t hold your assets; we just advise you on how to best leverage them. We use Charles Schwab as an independent custodian. Your monthly statement will come directly from them, and you will have online access to your personal portal, where you can monitor your account and its holdings 24/7.

Question 5

What if something happens to you?

Accepted Answer

Since Charles Schwab will be the custodian of your assets, that’s where they would be. Our practice would be picked up by another fiduciary, who would have complete access to the plans and strategies we have created for you. You could decide to remain with them or go someplace else. In that regard, it’s really no different from your current advisor setup.

Question 6

Do I have to move all of my assets to Marsh, or could I just move some?"

Accepted Answer

From a strategic standpoint, it’s in your best interest to have all of your assets with us so we can best manage tax strategies across your portfolio. But we understand that you may have extenuating circumstances. We’re happy to discuss those with you to find a solution that meets your needs.

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