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Center for Financial Planning Inc

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Client AUM

$1,966,753,015

Clients

1,496

Advisors

17

across 2 offices

About

Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates and charitable organizations. The firm documents client goals through a suitability process and addresses retirement, tax, estate, insurance, cash‑flow and longevity planning as part of ongoing advisory relationships; it reports approximately $1.97 billion in assets under management and a team of 17 advisors.

The firm’s investment approach emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification across stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs and managed accounts, and it may also employ direct indexing and certain alternative investments when appropriate. Adviser-managed accounts are maintained with Raymond James & Associates and can be managed on either a discretionary or non‑discretionary basis, with periodic reviews and updates to objectives at least annually.

What is notable in the brochure is the firm’s participation in third‑party wrap-fee programs (including Raymond James Consulting Services and the Freedom account) under sub‑advisory arrangements, and the disclosure that the firm receives a portion of advisory fees from those programs — a relationship the brochure describes alongside potential conflicts related to dual registration with Raymond James entities and insurance licensure. The brochure also discloses a recent ownership reorganization to Center for Financial Planning II, LLC and lists partner membership interests, which may be of interest to prospective clients evaluating firm governance.

Client services

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Expertise

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses

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Fee options

Fixed

Fixed financial planning fee ranging commonly from $2,500 to $4,000, mutually agreed upon.

Percentage

$0 - $500,000: 1.20% annually $500,000 - $1,999,999: 0.90% annually $2,000,000 - $3,999,999: 0.80% annually $4,000,000 - $4,999,999: 0.60% annually $5,000,000 - $9,999,999: 0.50% annually $10,000,000 - $14,999,999: 0.40% annually $15,000,000+: 0.30% annually

Commissions

Commission-based compensation for certain insurance and brokerage transactions; commissions vary per transaction and product.

Project-based

Hourly retainer fees for ongoing financial planning services, specific amounts not clearly stated.

Other

Minimum fee: Financial planning fixed fee commonly ranging from $2,500 to $4,000

Main office

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24800 Denso Drive, Suite 300

Souhfield MI 48033

Advisors at this office

15

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Advisors at this firm

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Nicholas D

CFP®, Series 65, Series 63

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Nicholas Defenthaler is a financial advisor at Center for Financial Planning Inc with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation along with Series 65 and Series 63 licenses. He has worked at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2014. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification across various investment vehicles and manages approximately $1.97 billion in assets through a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Mallory H

Series 63, Series 65

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Mallory Hunt is a financial advisor at Center for Financial Planning Inc with 14 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Raymond James Financial and J.P. Morgan Securities. Center for Financial Planning Inc provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification, managing approximately $1.97 billion in assets with a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Mary S

Series 65, Series 63

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Mary Sheahan is a financial advisor with Center for Financial Planning Inc. in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and four years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services, The Fiduciary Alliance, and Ameriprise. Sheahan has also been involved in educational and community roles, including work with Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes and various Catholic organizations. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification and manages approximately $1.97 billion in assets with a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Jeanette L

CFP®, Series 66

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Jeanette Lopiccolo is a CFP® certificant and Series 66 license holder with 18 years of experience in financial advising. She has been with Center for Financial Planning Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services since 2016. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification, managing approximately $1.97 billion in assets with a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Lauren A

CFP®, Series 63

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Lauren Adams is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Center for Financial Planning, Inc. She has worked with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, Adams is an officer and treasurer on the board of Kirk in the Hills Preschool, where she oversees budgeting and financial reporting. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. offers financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification, utilizing a range of investment vehicles including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and managed accounts.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Michael B

CFP®, Series 63, Series 66

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Michael Brocavich is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience. He currently serves as a Senior Financial Planner and Director of Financial Planning at Center for Financial Planning Inc, where he has worked since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at McClaren Investment Partners LLC and Edward Jones. He is also a partner at Center for Financial Planning II, LLC. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a strategic asset allocation approach across a diversified mix of investments and manages adviser accounts through Raymond James & Associates, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Amanda T

Series 63, Series 66

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Amanda Toia is a financial advisor with Center for Financial Planning, Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. She has 24 years of industry experience and has been with Center for Financial Planning since 2010. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification across various investment vehicles and manages approximately $1.97 billion in assets with a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Robert I

Series 63, Series 66

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Robert Ingram II is a financial advisor with Center for Financial Planning Inc in Southfield, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James Financial Services and Ameriprise Financial Services. Center for Financial Planning Inc provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm’s investment approach emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification, with approximately $1.97 billion in assets under management and a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Kali H

CFP®, Series 63

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Kali Hassinger is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Center for Financial Planning Inc in Southfield, MI. She has worked at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2013. Hassinger also serves as an insurance agent at Lloyd's/International Specialty Insurance. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides comprehensive financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification, managing approximately $1.97 billion in assets through a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Nicholas B

CFP®, CFA®, Series 63

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Nicholas Boguth is a CFP®, CFA®, and holds a Series 63 license with 10 years of experience in the financial industry. He has been associated with Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 2015. Boguth serves as a Portfolio Manager at Center for Financial Planning Inc., where he contributes over 80 hours monthly. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. offers financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm focuses on strategic asset allocation and diversification across various investment vehicles and manages approximately $1.97 billion in assets with a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Timothy W

CFP®, Series 63

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Timothy Wyman is a financial advisor with Center for Financial Planning Inc in Southfield, MI, holding the CFP® designation and Series 63 license with 34 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Raymond James Financial Services since 1999. Wyman serves on the Board of Trustees at Albion College, where he chairs the Investment Committee and Endowment Investment Committee. He is also a licensed attorney in Michigan. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations with financial planning and investment management services. The firm employs a strategic asset allocation approach, utilizing diversified portfolios that include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and managed accounts.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Angela P

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Angela Palacios is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience currently with Center for Financial Planning Inc in Southfield, MI. She has worked at Raymond James Financial Services since 2008 and was with Center for Financial Planning from 2012 to 2019. She serves as a board member and secretary for the Ice House Skating Academy, a nonprofit organization. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification across various investment vehicles and manages approximately $1.97 billion in assets with a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Sandra A

CFP®, Series 63

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Sandra Adams is a CFP® with 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is affiliated with Center for Financial Planning Inc and has worked at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. since 1996. Adams is also involved with the Society for Active Retirees. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a strategic asset allocation and diversification approach and manages approximately $1.97 billion in assets with a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Joshua B

CFP®, Series 63

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Joshua Bitel is a financial advisor at Center for Financial Planning Inc in Southfield, MI, with seven years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® and Series 63 designations. His career includes roles at Center for Financial Planning, Inc., Raymond James Financial Services Inc., and CIG Capital Advisors. He also serves as an agent handling a disability insurance policy on behalf of a retiring colleague. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. provides financial planning and investment management services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification, managing approximately $1.97 billion in assets through a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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Matthew T

CFP®, Series 66

Southfield, MI

Center for Financial Planning Inc

Matthew Trujillo is a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) and holds a Series 66 license with 16 years of industry experience. He is a lead financial planner and partner at Center for Financial Planning Inc, where he worked from 2013 to 2021, and has also been affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he teaches chess to middle school students and has authored a chess instruction book used in his classes. Center for Financial Planning, Inc. serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations by providing comprehensive financial planning and investment management. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and diversification, managing approximately $1.97 billion in assets through a team of 17 advisors.

General retirement planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax strategies for small businesses
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