Bates Wealth Management, LLC
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About
Bates Wealth Management serves individual investors and retirement plan sponsors, offering discretionary asset management, limited-scope ERISA 3(21) plan advisory services, and hourly financial planning. The firm documents client goals and risk tolerances in written materials such as investment policy statements and periodic evaluations.
The firm’s investment process uses both fundamental and technical analysis and tailors strategies to client objectives, including long- and short-term positions and option trading (covered, uncovered, and spreading strategies) as described in its ADV. Accounts are managed on a discretionary basis with monthly reviews, and clients may impose investment restrictions that are documented in client files.
Noteworthy distinctions include the explicit use of options and derivative strategies within client accounts and the fact that the firm’s registered representatives are also licensed insurance agents, a disclosed outside business activity that may result in insurance recommendations and non‑cash incentives (with conflicts addressed by fiduciary disclosures). The firm operates at a relatively small scale—roughly 32 clients and about $15.5 million in AUM with two advisors and a stated $100,000 account minimum (waivable)—indicating a boutique practice orientation rather than a large high‑net‑worth focus.
Client services
Expertise
Fee options
$0 - $250,000: 1.50% annually $250,001 - $500,000: 1.25% annually $500,001 - $1,000,000: 1.10% annually $1,000,001+: 1.00% annually
$250 per hour, negotiable; fee may be waived if client implements plan with Bates
Account minimum: $100,000
Main office
Los Angeles CA
Advisors at this office
2
Most active in
California
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Trust company
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Fund sponsor
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Accountant / CPA / tax prep
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Lawyer
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Real estate agent
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Other specialized services
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Advisors at this firm
Geoffrey B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Los Angeles, CA
Bates Wealth Management, LLC
Geoffrey Bates is a CFP® with 27 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Bates Wealth Management, LLC since 2016. He has operated as a sole proprietor since 2011 and is also the owner of an insurance agency specializing in life and health insurance. Bates Wealth Management serves individual investors and retirement plan sponsors, offering discretionary asset management, ERISA 3(21) advisory services, and hourly financial planning. The firm employs both fundamental and technical analysis, incorporating options and derivative strategies, and manages accounts on a discretionary basis with documented client goals and investment restrictions.
David O
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63
Los Angeles, CA
Bates Wealth Management, LLC
David Ono is a financial advisor with Bates Wealth Management, LLC in Los Angeles, CA. He holds the CFP® and ChFC® designations, along with a Series 63 license, and has 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Bates Wealth Management since 2016. Outside of advising, he operates a life and health insurance agency as a sole proprietor. Bates Wealth Management serves individual investors and retirement plan sponsors, providing discretionary asset management, limited-scope ERISA 3(21) plan advisory services, and hourly financial planning. The firm employs both fundamental and technical analysis and incorporates option and derivative strategies tailored to client objectives within a boutique, client-focused practice.
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