Mike David Staman

Advisor at Delaware Financial Planning, LLC — Newark, DE

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Credentials

CFP®, CAP®, TPCP®

Experience

28 years

Location

Newark, DE

Delaware Financial Planning, LLC logo

Delaware Financial Planning, LLC

Independent

Total advisors

1

Clients per advisor

66 Very High

Avg AUM per client

$0 Very Low

HNW client ratio

82% Very High

About

My passion is bringing clarity and confidence about money and a feeling of security to the families who have entrusted me to guide them. I have more than 25 years of experience working with hundreds of families and pair that with deep technical knowledge to help you maximize your financial life.

Working with me, we’ll first address your biggest concerns and agree on what areas to prioritize. Then we’ll identify and address gaps across all aspects of your financial plan. Retirement and goal planning, investments, and taxes are often the primary issues to address, but over time we will also review your estate plan, insurance, employee benefits, and just about any other financial issue that may come up. I especially love working with those who are philanthropically minded, helping them maximize their charitable giving to support the causes they love.

I work on a flat-fee basis, primarily with ongoing relationships but can also provide 1-time plans. I am also “advice-only”, meaning that I do not control or directly manage your investments. I do provide specific and actionable investment recommendations and can help you implement changes. I believe in low-cost, passive strategies and believe that simpler is almost always better. There are no asset minimums, but I find that I work best with mid to late-stage professionals approaching or transitioning into retirement. I primarily meet virtually and can serve clients across the country. Always 100% Fiduciary, never any products to sell you.

Pricing can vary depending on complexity, but usually consists of an initial start-up fee of $2500, then $550 monthly for as long as we agree that I am providing value. 1-time engagements typically range from $4,500 to $6,500.

In addition to being a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, I hold the Accredited Estate Planner (AEP®) and Tax Planning Certified Professional (TPCP®) designations, a master’s degree in Personal Financial Planning, and am a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP®). I live in Newark, Delaware with my wife Maria, and together we have 3 wonderful children, Allie, Zach, and Josh. I am involved in the community with several organizations and non-profits.

Client services

Based on Delaware Financial Planning, LLC

Financial planning

Expertise

General retirement planning Charitable giving & philanthropy

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Fee options

Hourly

$450/hr

Monthly

$400+/mo

Location

Newark, DE

Newark DE

Advisors at this office

1

Most active in

Delaware · Maryland · Pennsylvania · Texas

Work history

28 years of industry experience

Delaware Financial Planning, LLC

2022 - Present • 4 years

Newark, DE

Charles Schwab

2003 - 2022 • 19 years

Wilmington, DE

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CFP®

Wilmington, DE

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