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Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

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Client assets under management

$406,622,060

Clients

2,734

1% high-net-worth

Advisors

8

of 11 employees

Firm type

Team

5-30 advisors or >$500M in AUM

Clients per advisor

342

Very High

Average account size

$148,728

About

Independence Financial Advisors primarily serves individual clients, including high‑net‑worth households, and offers separately managed account portfolio management and financial planning services; it also advises a small number of pension and profit‑sharing plans and charitable organizations. The firm manages assets on both discretionary and non‑discretionary bases and places most client assets into pro‑active asset allocation portfolios.

The firm implements a set of defined model allocations (Aggressive Growth, Growth, Balanced, Income with Growth, Income Plus, and Income) and selects securities from an internal “approved list,” with client objectives and risk tolerance determined through financial planning and risk‑assessment software. Independence conducts regular account reviews and generally manages portfolios on a discretionary basis while permitting client‑imposed restrictions, such as “do not sell” instructions.

Distinctive aspects include its ownership by Franklin Savings Bank and a formal referral relationship with the bank, a directed‑brokerage practice that typically requires clients to open accounts at Fidelity (with some clients using Schwab), and an uncommon multi‑office team serving a relatively large client base—2,734 clients supported by seven advisors, producing a high client‑per‑advisor ratio. Several of the firm’s investment adviser representatives are also licensed insurance agents and may receive commissions for insurance sales (with disclosed conflicts and varying time commitments), a practice the firm discloses and addresses in its policies.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management
Advertisement and sale of fixed/ fixed-index annuity products

Expertise

Wealth management General retirement planning

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Fee options

Fixed

One-time flat fees may be charged if agreed upon with client; no specific amounts stated.

Percentage

$100,000 - $750,000: 1.0% $750,001 - $1,500,000: 0.90% $1,500,001 - $3,000,000: 0.85% $3,000,001+: Negotiable (Fixed-Income Accounts only, 0.50%) Charitable/Non-Profit+: Negotiable

Project-based

Hourly fees may be charged if agreed upon with client; no specific rate stated in brochure.

Other

Account minimum: $100,000

Main office location

Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

402 Central Street

Franklin NH 03235, United States

Number of offices

8

Most active in

Arizona · Florida · Maine · Massachusetts · New Hampshire · South Carolina

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Advisors at this firm

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Luis T

Series 65

Franklin, NH

Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

Luis Trigueros is a financial advisor at Independence Financial Advisors, LLC with a Series 65 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Independence Financial Advisors, he worked at Lockwood Hills Federal, LLC and has held positions in healthcare and mental health organizations. Independence Financial Advisors primarily serves individual clients, including high-net-worth households, offering separately managed account portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm manages assets on both discretionary and non-discretionary bases using defined model allocations and an internal approved list of securities.

Wealth management General retirement planning
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Luca D

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Franklin, NH

Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

Luca D Italia is a Certified Financial Planner® with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Independence Financial Advisors, LLC. He has worked with Franklin Savings Bank since 2015 and previously spent three years at Infinex Investments, Inc. In addition to his advisory role, Mr. D Italia assists clients with fixed annuities and fixed life insurance products through his work with Consolidated Life Producers. Independence Financial Advisors primarily serves individual clients, including high-net-worth households, offering separately managed accounts and financial planning. The firm employs defined model allocations and internal security selections, managing most portfolios on a discretionary basis while accommodating client-imposed restrictions.

Wealth management General retirement planning
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Christopher P

Series 65

Franklin, NH

Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

Christopher Pessotti is a financial advisor at Independence Financial Advisors, LLC in Franklin, NH, holding a Series 65 designation with seven years of industry experience. He has worked since 2012 at TMMC Inc., where he serves as an insurance agent advising on fixed annuities and fixed life insurance products. Independence Financial Advisors primarily serves individual and high-net-worth clients, offering portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm employs defined model allocations and manages portfolios mostly on a discretionary basis, with a notable client base supported by a seven-advisor team.

Wealth management General retirement planning
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Mark P

Series 65

Nashua, NH

Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

Mark Perkins is a financial advisor with Independence Financial Advisors, LLC in Franklin, NH, holding a Series 65 credential and seven years of industry experience. He is also President and Managing Member of Consolidated Life Producers, where he advises producers on fixed annuities and fixed life insurance products. Independence Financial Advisors primarily serves individual clients, including high-net-worth households, offering portfolio management and financial planning services through defined model allocations and proactive asset management. The firm manages a large client base with a multi-office team and maintains a formal referral relationship with Franklin Savings Bank.

Wealth management General retirement planning
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Pamela H

Series 63, Series 65

Franklin, NH

Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

Pamela Hannan is a financial advisor with Independence Financial Advisors, LLC in Franklin, NH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 19 years of industry experience. She has worked at Independence Financial Advisors since 2011 and previously at infinex Investments, Inc. from 2005 to 2021. Outside of her advisory role, Ms. Hannan is also employed by Consolidated Life Producers, where she assists clients with life, accident, and health insurance products. Independence Financial Advisors primarily serves individual clients, including high-net-worth households, providing separately managed account portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm uses defined model allocations and internal approved securities lists to manage portfolios, often on a discretionary basis, and maintains a high client-per-advisor ratio across its multi-office team.

Wealth management General retirement planning
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Glen M

Series 65

Franklin, NH

Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

Glen Moore is a financial advisor at Independence Financial Advisors, LLC with a Series 65 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes six years at Franklin Savings Bank and thirteen years at Market Basket. Independence Financial Advisors primarily serves individual clients, including high-net-worth households, providing separately managed account portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm employs defined model allocations and manages portfolios mostly on a discretionary basis while incorporating client objectives and risk tolerance through financial planning and risk-assessment software.

Wealth management General retirement planning
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Paul G

Series 63, Series 65

Franklin, NH

Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

Paul Gatehouse is a financial advisor with Independence Financial Advisors, LLC in Franklin, NH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 23 years of industry experience. He has been with Independence Financial Advisors since 2011 and is also employed by Infinex Investments, Inc. Outside of his advisory roles, Gatehouse serves as a corporator and secretary for the executive committee of the Gordon Nash Library and is a director and executive committee member of Bolduc Park, a nonprofit golf and ski facility. Independence Financial Advisors primarily serves individual clients, including high-net-worth households, offering separately managed account portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm manages assets using defined model allocations and conducts regular account reviews, generally managing portfolios on a discretionary basis while allowing client-imposed restrictions.

Wealth management General retirement planning
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Michael V

Series 63, Series 65

Franklin, NH

Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

Michael Ventura is a financial advisor at Independence Financial Advisors, LLC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Independence Financial Advisors since 2011. Ventura also serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation and the Spaulding Youth Center, where he is chairman of the board. Independence Financial Advisors primarily serves individual and high-net-worth clients, offering separately managed account portfolio management and financial planning services. The firm uses defined model allocations and an internal approved list of securities, managing most portfolios on a discretionary basis while accommodating client-imposed restrictions.

Wealth management General retirement planning
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