The Financial Advisory Group
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About
The Financial Advisory Group is a small independent advisory firm led by a sole proprietor that serves individuals, trusts and pension plans, providing financial planning and general investment advisory services. The firm participates in wrap fee programs at times and states that it does not take custody of client funds or securities.
Investment advice is described as tailored to clients’ needs and informed by worldwide conditions, with accounts reviewed periodically and when a client’s situation changes; as of December 31, 2025 the firm reported no discretionary client assets and accepts limited investment authority only for mutual funds and variable annuity sub-accounts. Fees are described in the brochure as based on assets under management and/or time spent on client projects, and the firm does not provide performance-based compensation.
The firm’s sole proprietor also acts as a registered representative of a broker-dealer and holds an insurance license, selling securities through a broker-dealer and offering insurance services—an arrangement that is uncommon among independent advisory firms. The brochure also notes that the firm sometimes engages other investment advisors and is compensated by those advisors for participation, and that its limited discretionary authority and lack of custody distinguish its operating model from many peers.
Client services
Expertise
Fee options
Fixed fees are indicated in SEC Part 1; specific amounts not stated.
Fees based on time spent on client projects; specific hourly rates not stated.
Main office
San Francisco CA
Advisors at this office
1
Most active in
California
Also doing business as
James O. Davis · The Financial Advisory Group · The Investment Management Consulting Group · The Tax Advisory Group
Disclosures
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Business activities & affiliations
Is active or affiliated with:
Insurance agent
They sell insurance products and may earn commissions on those sales.
Broker-dealer / trader
They provide brokerage services and may earn transaction-based compensation in addition to advisory fees.
Accountant / CPA / tax prep
They offer tax and accounting services, typically for separate fees.
Is not active or affiliated with:
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Bank
They're affiliated with a bank that may offer its own financial products and services.
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Trust company
They provide trust and estate administration services, typically for separate fees.
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Fund sponsor
They manage or sponsor investment funds and may earn management or performance-based fees if clients invest in them.
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Lawyer
They provide legal services, typically billed separately.
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Real estate agent
They facilitate real estate transactions and may earn commissions.
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Other specialized services
They may provide services such as pension consulting or municipal advisory work, typically for separate fees.
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