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William Alan Lahl

Advisor at Vista Advisor Group, LLC — Walnut Creek, CA

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Credentials

Series 66

Experience

17 years

Location

Walnut Creek, CA 94597

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Vista Advisor Group, LLC

Supported

Total advisors

3

Clients per advisor

229 Very High

Avg AUM per client

$451,465 Low

HNW client ratio

12% Low

About

William Lahl is a financial advisor at Vista Advisor Group, LLC with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Vista Advisor Group since 2020 and at Cetera Advisor Networks LLC since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a speaker and instructor for the Retirement Planning Today program, which provides general retirement education. Vista Advisor Group offers investment advisory services to individuals, trusts, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities, managing over $314 million in assets. The firm emphasizes a fiduciary, client-centered approach with personalized portfolio management and comprehensive planning services, supported by a high client-to-advisor ratio and a wrap fee program.

Client services

Based on Vista Advisor Group, LLC

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting

Expertise

Based on Vista Advisor Group, LLC

Charitable giving & philanthropy Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k)

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Fee options

Fixed

Flat fees up to $75,000

Project-based

Hourly fees up to $500/hour

Other

Fee-only: Hourly fees up to $500/hour; Flat fees up to $75,000; Retainers not exceeding $1,200

Location

Walnut Creek, CA

2950 Buskirk Avenue, Suite 350

Walnut Creek CA 94597

Advisors at this office

3

Most active in

California

Work history

17 years of industry experience

Vista Advisor Group, LLC

2020 - Present • 6 years

Walnut Creek, CA

Cetera Advisor Networks LLC

2013 - Present • 13 years

El Segundo, CA

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Andrew R

CFP®, Series 65

Clayton, CA

Investment Growth Management, Inc.

Andrew Redlick is a CFP® with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Investment Growth Management, Inc. He has been with the firm since 2014, including its predecessor entity, and holds a Series 65 license. Investment Growth Management, Inc. is a long-established registered investment adviser dedicated to helping a select group of clients build, preserve, and achieve their most meaningful financial goals. The firm manages client portfolios through long-term, diversified asset allocation tailored to each client’s goals and risk tolerance, and is notable for its regular client communications and ongoing educational presentations.

Cash flow / budgeting Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Retired Approaching retirement Retired Christian Faith Based HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet)
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Richard P

Series 66

El Cerrito, CA

Sowell Management

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Wealth management Income planning Factor investing / smart beta Retirement income strategy Self-Employed Approaching retirement
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Louis R

Series 66

San Ramon, CA

OSAIC

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Annuities Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired

Arnie C

CFP®, EA

Vallejo, CA

Achievable Wealth, LLC

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General retirement planning Cash flow / budgeting College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Business ownership considerations Doctor or Medical Professional Military & Veterans
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Lydia I

Series 65

Oakland, CA

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Private / alternative investments Founder/Business Owner

Dave B

CFP®, CFA®

Orinda, CA

Private Financial Management LLC

Dave's experience in investment management and financial planning uniquely position him to serve as his client's independent trusted advisor - a personal chief financial officer that can discreetly navigate the tides affecting your financial life. ​ Professional highlights include portfolio management on Union Bank municipal investment team which earned recognition as the best in the industry by Barron's in 2008 and 2009; lead investment management responsibility at a $300M financial planning firm; and working with amazing entrepreneurs, executives, and families. ​ David's education includes a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, a Certified Financial Planning (CFP) designation, and a U.C. Berkeley bachelor's degree where he conducted a study on evidenced based investment management with Haas Professor of Investments David Distad. ​ David launched PFM to continue building upon his vision of complete personal financial management: discreet and unwavering focus on how expert financial management can help a client achieve her goals. From setting and achieving goals, to preparing you for all of life's contingencies and investing for your future - David helps his client's understand what they should be doing, and then helps them get it done.

Business ownership considerations Technology Professional Founder/Business Owner Intergenerational Families
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