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Vann Equity Management LLC

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Client AUM

$206,812,470

Clients

180

Advisors

6

across 2 offices

About

Vann Equity Management LLC is an SEC‑registered, mid‑sized investment adviser with a team of five advisors managing roughly $231 million for individuals, high‑net‑worth families, retirement plans, and other institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, and also facilitates access to third‑party portfolio managers and wrap‑style programs.

VEM uses a mix of model‑based and bespoke approaches, offering strategies such as U.S. large‑cap growth and value, small/mid‑cap core, international ADRs, and several ETF‑based “Index Advantage” strategies that combine strategic and tactical allocations. Investment decisions draw on quantitative and macro analysis (including model-driven tools and FactSet data), technical and fundamental methods, and the firm may implement both individual equity selections and ETF allocations while employing third‑party managers or the GeoWealth platform as appropriate.

What distinguishes VEM is its structured use of sub‑advisory relationships for real‑estate‑oriented investments — specifically engaging Realized Financial, Inc. to manage allocations to Delaware Statutory Trusts, Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds, UPREITs/721 exchanges, and 1031‑like structures while VEM retains primary advisory oversight. The firm also emphasizes performance reporting and compliance infrastructure, reporting in accordance with GIPS® and noting independent verification by The Spaulding Group, and it integrates data aggregation and technology platforms for consolidated client reporting.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting

Expertise

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments Real estate investing

Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Executive

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Fee options

Fixed

Fixed fees ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 for broad-based financial planning services; may exceed $20,000 with notice

Percentage

$0 - $50,000,000: 1.50% annually $50,000,001+: Negotiable

Project-based

$350 per hour for financial planning consulting services; $250 per hour for special projects

Other

Account minimum: $40,000 for asset allocation models, $250,000 for equity portfolios, $50,000 for Unified Managed Account Program accounts (all negotiable) Fee-only: Fixed fees and hourly fees available for financial planning and consulting services.

Main office

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4975 Preston Park Blvd #490

Plano TX 75093

Advisors at this office

3

Most active in

Louisiana · Nevada · Texas

Also doing business as

Austin Wealth Specialsts · Pcm Advisory LLC · Precision Capital Management · Vann Equity Management LLC

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Business activities & affiliations

Advisors at this firm

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Ryan M

Series 63, Series 66

Plano, TX

Vann Equity Management LLC

Ryan Mcdonald is a financial advisor with Vann Equity Management LLC in Plano, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at several firms including B. B. Graham & Co. Inc., Per Stirling Capital Management, and TRS Advisors. Mcdonald serves as a director on the board of the Russ Martin Show Listeners Foundation, a charitable organization. Vann Equity Management LLC is a mid-sized SEC-registered investment adviser with a team of six advisors managing approximately $231 million for individuals, high-net-worth families, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm employs a blend of model-based and customized investment strategies across various asset classes and uses sub-advisory relationships for specialized real estate investments while maintaining primary advisory oversight.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Michael H

Series 63, Series 65

Austin, TX

Vann Equity Management LLC

Michael Hughes is a financial advisor at Vann Equity Management LLC with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with firms including The Hughes Group Wealth Management Partners LLC and Megellan Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he is a self-employed insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance and annuity sales. Vann Equity Management LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth families, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm employs a mix of model-based and bespoke investment approaches, utilizing sub-advisory relationships for specialized real estate investments while providing comprehensive portfolio management and financial planning services.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Kristen F

Series 63, Series 66

Austin, TX

Vann Equity Management LLC

Kristen Fuhrman is a financial advisor at Vann Equity Management LLC in Austin, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses with eight years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Guardian Life Insurance Company, Park Avenue Securities, and Axa Advisors. Vann Equity Management LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $231 million for individuals, high-net-worth families, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm combines model-based and customized investment strategies, utilizing quantitative, fundamental, and technical analysis along with structured sub-advisory relationships, particularly in real estate-oriented investments.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Keith P

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Austin, TX

Vann Equity Management LLC

Keith Powell is a CFP® professional with 33 years of industry experience, currently serving at Vann Equity Management LLC in Austin, TX. His prior roles include positions at Quincy Wells Capital, Great Point Capital, B.B. Graham & Co., and The Hughes Group Wealth Management Partners. Outside of advisory work, he is involved with a boat charter business, Gypsy Soul LLC, where he serves as manager and captain. Vann Equity Management LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $231 million for individuals, high-net-worth families, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm employs a blend of model-based and customized strategies, utilizing quantitative, macro, technical, and fundamental analysis, and distinguishes itself through structured sub-advisory relationships for real estate–oriented investments.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Julie N

Series 65

Plano, TX

Vann Equity Management LLC

Julie Nielsen is a Series 65 licensed advisor at Vann Equity Management LLC in Plano, TX, with six years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Edward Jones, LPL Financial dba PWG Financial, and several other firms. She also works part-time as an administrative assistant at Edward Jones in a non-investment capacity. Vann Equity Management LLC is a mid-sized, SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth families, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm employs a blend of model-based and customized strategies across various asset classes and incorporates sub-advisory relationships for specialized real estate investments.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Founder/Business Owner Executive
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John V

Series 63, Series 65

Plano, TX

Vann Equity Management LLC

John Vann is a financial advisor at Vann Equity Management LLC with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and joined Vann Equity Management in 2019 following prior roles at Per Stirling Capital Management, LLC and Level Four Advisory Services. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in ownership of several personal property entities in Bulgaria. Vann Equity Management LLC is an SEC-registered firm with a team of five advisors managing approximately $231 million for individuals, high-net-worth families, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm employs a mix of model-based and bespoke investment strategies, leveraging quantitative, macro, technical, and fundamental analysis, and utilizes both individual equity and ETF allocations alongside sub-advisory relationships for real-estate-focused investments.

Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments Real estate investing Founder/Business Owner Executive
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