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Christopher Ray Stiens

Advisor at Family Investment Center — Saint Joseph, MO

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Credentials

Series 66

Experience

13 years

Location

Saint Joseph, MO 64506

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Family Investment Center

Team

Total advisors

12

Across 3 offices

Clients per advisor

73 High

Avg AUM per client

$745,114 Low

HNW client ratio

30% Typical

About

Christopher Stiens is a financial advisor at Family Investment Center with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Family Investment Center since 2012. In addition to his work in financial advising, he owns and operates Advanced Aquatics, an environmental consulting business where he serves as a soil scientist consultant. Family Investment Center serves individuals, families, charitable organizations, and businesses, providing portfolio management and comprehensive financial planning for both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients. The firm emphasizes fundamental security analysis and a long-term investment approach, managing approximately $596 million across about 842 client relationships through a multi-advisor team.

Client services

Based on Family Investment Center

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Newsletters or periodicals Educational seminars or workshops

Expertise

Based on Family Investment Center

General retirement planning Income planning

Occupation focus

Based on Family Investment Center

Founder/Business Owner Retired

Demographic focus

Based on Family Investment Center

Approaching retirement Mid-Career Professionals

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Fee options

Fixed

Flat retainer fees may be agreed upon in some circumstances for financial planning.

Percentage

$0 - $1,000,000: 1.00% $1,000,000 - $3,000,000: 0.75% $3,000,000 - $10,000,000: 0.60% $10,000,000+: 0.50%

Project-based

Hourly financial planning fees may be charged; specific rates not stated.

Other

Fee-only: Financial planning fees ranging from $2,000 to $30,000 for the first year; renewal fees from $600 to $12,000 annually, payable monthly, quarterly, or semi-annually in advance.

Location

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Saint Joseph, MO

3805 Beck Road

Saint Joseph MO 64506

Advisors at this office

7

Most active in

Kansas · Missouri · Texas

Work history

13 years of industry experience

Family Investment Center, Inc.

2012 - Present • 14 years

Saint Joseph, MO

Advanced Aquatics

2003 - Present • 23 years

Ravenwood, MO

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Business activities & affiliations

Wakefield H

CFP®

Savannah, MO

Greater Than Financial

Greater Than Financial is a fee-only, fiduciary financial planning firm built to serve families in Savannah & St. Joseph, Missouri at every stage of life. We stand as a beacon of trust for pre-retirees who are wary of traditional financial advisors. With over 16 years of experience, our founder Wakefield has crafted a firm that prioritizes your financial well-being without the influence of commissions or conflicts of interest. Our approach is simple yet profound: we believe that finance is not just about growing wealth, but about enriching life. We're here to help you navigate the complexities of financial planning with the wisdom and care that only a dedicated fiduciary can provide. Whether you're planning for college expenses, career transitions, or the nuances of retirement, Greater Than Financial is your partner in creating a strategy that reflects your aspirations. Understanding the unique values of folks in St. Joseph and Savannah, we're committed to helping you discover the 'greater than' life you deserve. Our firm is your resource for transparent, tailored advice that aligns with your unique journey. If you're looking for a financial advisor who truly understands the needs of families and pre-retirees in St. Joseph or Savannah, Missouri, look no further than Greater Than Financial. Let's embark on this journey together, crafting a future that's not just secure, but truly greater.

Wealth management Widow/Widower Christian Faith Based Gen X (Born 1965-1980)
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Series 63, Series 65, Series 66

St. Joseph, MO

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Active portfolio management Passive / index investing Options & derivatives strategies
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Max N

Series 63, Series 65

Amazonia, MO

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Options & derivatives strategies Active portfolio management
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Michael J

Series 65

St. Joseph, MO

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Wealth management Equity compensation tax strategy Retirement income strategy Income planning Founder/Business Owner

Donovan B

CFP®

Savannah, MO

Greater Than Financial

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Equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) Technology Professional HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet) Gen Y/Millennials (Born 1980-1995)
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Sidney D

Series 65

Saint Joseph, MO

Family Investment Center

Sidney Davis is a financial advisor at Family Investment Center in Saint Joseph, MO, holding a Series 65 designation with four years of industry experience. Prior to joining Family Investment Center, Davis worked at Goetz Credit Union and Kohl’s Department Store. Family Investment Center serves a diverse client base including individuals, families, charitable organizations, and businesses, offering portfolio management and comprehensive financial planning with a focus on tax preparation, insurance review, and retirement and estate planning. The firm employs a fundamental, long-term investment approach and manages approximately $596 million across more than 800 clients through a multi-advisor team.

General retirement planning Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Approaching retirement Mid-Career Professionals
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