Michael Young

Advisor at Clearview Financial, Inc.

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Location

San Diego, CA 92130

Credentials

CFP®, CPA

Industry experience

7 years

About

As a fee-only fiduciary at Clearview Financial, I am dedicated to providing tax-smart financial planning and investment management that looks at the big picture. Since 2018, I have specialized in building comprehensive strategies where financial decisions are evaluated alongside their tax implications to help clients keep more of what they earn.

My professional background is built on a foundation of rigorous education, including a CFP® certification following my time at Gonzaga University and a CPA designation earned after completing my Master’s in Accounting at Sacramento State University. This dual background allows me to offer a technical perspective that ensures tax strategy is a core part of every financial plan.

My goal is to provide a clear, coordinated path for your wealth so you can feel confident that your financial decisions are working together for your long-term benefit. When I’m not in the office, you can usually find me in Encinitas, walking the beach with my wife and our dog.

Client services

Based on Clearview Financial, Inc.

Financial planning Portfolio management

Expertise

General tax planning General retirement planning Equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP)

Demographic focus

Gen X (Born 1965-1980)

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Fee options

AUM

1%

Flat

$8,000

Quarterly

$2,000

Other

AUM fee starts at 1% and decreases based on portfolio size. Flat fee starts at $8,000 annually or $2,000/quarter and is based on complexity.

Location

11622 El Camino Real, 100

San Diego, CA 92130

Most active in

California · Louisiana

Work history

Clearview Financial

2018 - Present (8 years)

Clearview Financial

2018 - 2018 (1 year)

Full Time Student

2012 - 2018 (6 years)

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