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Credentials
Series 63
Experience Industry experience
27 years
Location
Warsaw, IN 46580
Independent Financial Group, LLC
Enterprise
Lee Heyde is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Group, LLC, holding a Series 63 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He worked at LPL Financial for 16 years before joining Independent Financial Group in 2019. Heyde is also an attorney and owner of Heyde Law Offices, PC, providing legal services, and he operates a tax preparation and bookkeeping firm, Heyde & Associates PC. Independent Financial Group, LLC offers investment advisory and brokerage services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach combining strategic asset allocation with active and passive management across various risk profiles.
Based on Independent Financial Group, LLC
Based on Independent Financial Group, LLC
Flat fees charged for financial planning based on services and complexity; fees negotiable and documented in Financial Planning/Consulting Agreement
$0 - $250,000: 2.16% (2.00% advisor fee + 0.16% program fee max) $250,000 - $500,000: 2.12% (2.00% advisor fee + 0.12% program fee max) $500,000 - $1,000,000: 2.10% (2.00% advisor fee + 0.10% program fee max) $1,000,000 - $2,000,000: 2.06% (2.00% advisor fee + 0.06% program fee max) $2,000,000 - $5,000,000: 2.05% (2.00% advisor fee + 0.05% program fee max) $5,000,000+: 2.04% (2.00% advisor fee + 0.04% program fee max)
Advisory firm is a broker-dealer; clients pay commissions when purchasing securities or insurance products through brokerage services; IARs receive commissions separately
Hourly financial consulting fees, payable in advance or arrears; specific amounts negotiated per client
Subscription-based fees for financial planning programs, paid monthly or quarterly as specified in Financial Planning/Consulting Agreement
Account minimum: $2,000 Fee-only: Negotiable fees for advisory services generally up to 3.00% annually; financial planning hourly fees, fixed fees, subscription fees available; fees specified in Financial Planning/Consulting Agreement
Warsaw, IN E. Center St.
1822 E. Center St.
Warsaw IN 46580
Advisors at this office
1
Indiana · Texas
27 years of industry experience
Independent Financial group
2019 - Present • 7 years
San Diego, CA
LPL Financial
2003 - 2019 • 16 years
Warsaw, IN
Heyde & Associates, PC
2002 - 2003 • 1 year
Warsaw, IN
Heyde & Associates, PC
1999 - 2002 • 3 years
Warsaw, IN
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Insurance agent
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Broker-dealer / trader
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Bank
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Trust company
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Fund sponsor
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Accountant / CPA / tax prep
They offer tax and accounting services, typically for separate fees.
Lawyer
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Real estate agent
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Other specialized services
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Series 63, Series 66
Syracuse, IN
Vector Financial Services, LLC
Douglas Kronk is a financial advisor at Vector Financial Services, LLC in Huntington, Indiana, with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Vector Financial Services since 2011. Vector Financial Services is a state-registered independent investment adviser serving individuals, businesses, charities, and small pension plans. The firm offers financial planning, discretionary portfolio management, Social Security claiming analysis, and single-subject consulting, using a generally conservative, low-turnover approach combined with model portfolios and fundamental analysis.
CFP®
Winona Lake, IN
SYM Financial Advisors
Kristen Watson is a CFP® professional with seven years of experience at SYM Financial Advisors in Winona Lake, IN. She joined the firm in 2017 after completing full-time education from 2015 to 2019. SYM Financial Advisors is an employee-owned, SEC-registered multi-team firm managing over $5 billion for approximately 1,800 clients, including high-net-worth individuals, retirement plans, charities, and corporations. The firm uses a top-down, tactical asset allocation approach employing model portfolios, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternatives, with discretionary and non-discretionary management options.
Winona Lake, IN
SYM Financial Advisors
Jerald Yeager is a financial advisor with SYM Financial Advisors, holding 27 years of industry experience. He has been with SYM Financial Advisors since 1997. Yeager serves on the boards and investment committees of several charitable organizations, including 2nd Mile Missions, Grace College, and K21 Health Foundation. SYM Financial Advisors is an employee-owned, SEC-registered multi-team firm managing over $5 billion for approximately 1,800 clients, including individuals, qualified retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients. The firm uses a top-down, tactical asset-allocation approach implemented through model portfolios, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments, offering discretionary and non-discretionary management with ongoing committee oversight.
CFP®
Winona Lake, IN
SYM Financial Advisors
Joseph Brown is a CFP® professional with nine years at SYM Financial Advisors and five years of industry experience in total. Prior to joining SYM Financial Advisors, he worked at ProFed Credit Union for two years. He serves as treasurer for Northeast Indiana Public Radio, providing financial advice to the charitable organization. SYM Financial Advisors is an employee-owned, multi-team SEC-registered firm managing over $5 billion for approximately 1,800 clients, including individuals, qualified retirement plans, charities, and corporate clients. The firm employs a top-down, tactical asset-allocation approach using model portfolios, mutual funds, ETFs, and other investment tools, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management along with comprehensive financial planning services.
Series 66
Milford, IN
OneAscent Financial Services LLC
Seth Gerber is a financial advisor at OneAscent Financial Services LLC with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at several firms, including Gateway Wealth Partners, Advisers' Pride, LPL Financial, and Strategence Capital. Prior to his advisory roles, he was involved with The House of Life and Hope, Inc. for 14 years. OneAscent Financial Services LLC is a multi-team registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, and other institutions through multiple advisory teams. The firm provides discretionary and non-discretionary asset management, financial planning, and Unified Managed Account solutions, utilizing individualized asset-allocation guidelines and various overlay and automated programs.
Series 65
Winona Lake, IN
SYM Financial Advisors
Richard Harrison is a Series 65-credentialed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at SYM Financial Advisors since 2013, following earlier roles at Uvest Financial Services Group, Inc. and Harrington Wealth Management Co. SYM Financial Advisors is an employee-owned, SEC-registered multi-team firm managing over $5 billion for approximately 1,800 clients, including individuals, qualified retirement plans, charities, and corporate entities. The firm employs a top-down, tactical asset-allocation strategy implemented through model portfolios, mutual funds, ETFs, and various alternative investment vehicles.
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