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West Invest

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Client assets under management

$301,286,900

Clients

684

20% high-net-worth

Advisors

6

of 9 employees

Firm type

Team

5-30 advisors or >$500M in AUM

Clients per advisor

114

Very High

Average account size

$440,478

About

West Invest provides portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, high‑net‑worth clients, pension and business entities. The firm offers ongoing discretionary portfolio management and prepares written Investment Policy Statements tailored to each client’s goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

The firm’s investment process combines fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory and quantitative methods and generally implements long‑term strategies using mutual funds, equities, fixed income, real estate funds and ETFs (including precious‑metal ETFs). Risk tolerance and asset allocation are documented in each client’s IPS, and the firm states it seeks fair and equitable allocation of investment opportunities across client accounts while monitoring portfolios regularly.

Distinctive features disclosed in the brochure include that the firm was formed in July 2023 yet manages roughly $304 million in discretionary assets across several hundred client accounts, and that its principals also serve as registered representatives of LPL Financial and as licensed insurance agents. West Invest requires clients to custody assets at LPL, receives research/practice‑management benefits from that relationship, and utilizes standing letters of authorization to effect transfers — conflicts and benefits the firm discloses and says it mitigates through disclosure and suitability reviews.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management

Expertise

Wealth management Real estate investing Passive / index investing

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Fee options

Percentage

Negotiable up to maximum 1.5% annually

Commissions

Supervised persons accept compensation for sale of investment products; commissions received for sales of mutual funds and insurance products.

Other

Fee-only: Financial planning fees generally range between $500 and $12,000, negotiable depending on complexity and scope.

Main office location

West Invest

1801 F Street

Bellingham WA 98225, United States

Number of offices

1

Most active in

Arizona · California · Florida · Idaho · Montana · Nevada · Oregon · Texas · Washington

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Advisors at this firm

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Emily S

Series 66

Bellingham, WA

West Invest

Emily Schultz is a financial advisor with West Invest, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has worked at Northwest Wealth Advisors, LLC, West Invest, and LPL Financial LLC, and previously held positions at Whatcom County, Anderson Paper & Packaging, and Banner Bank. Emily is also a Notary Public and provides administrative support to Northwest Wealth Advisors, LLC. West Invest offers discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities. The firm employs a combination of fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative methods, focusing on long-term strategies tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Wealth management Real estate investing Passive / index investing
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Kristi H

Series 66

Bellingham, WA

West Invest

Kristi Huizenga is a financial advisor at West Invest with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at LPL Financial, Salish Wealth Management, and Securities America, among others. She is also a notary and provides administrative support to Northwest Wealth Advisors, an independent registered investment advisor. West Invest is a privately owned advisory firm serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities. The firm offers discretionary portfolio management and financial planning, using a combination of fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative methods to tailor long-term investment strategies.

Wealth management Real estate investing Passive / index investing
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Lamar W

Series 63, Series 65

Bellingham, WA

West Invest

Lamar West is a financial advisor at West Invest with 38 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at LPL Financial LLC since 1998 and Northwest Wealth Advisors since 2023. Outside of his advisory roles, he has been involved in a direct sales business with Amway Global. West Invest provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities. The firm combines fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative methods in managing portfolios primarily through long-term strategies using mutual funds, ETFs, equities, fixed income, and real estate funds.

Wealth management Real estate investing Passive / index investing
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Luke S

Series 65

Bellingham, WA

West Invest

Luke Smith is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with West Invest in Bellingham, WA. He has been with Northwest Wealth Advisors, LLC since 2024 and has prior experience working at the Bellingham Golf and Country Club. West Invest provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities. The firm’s investment approach combines fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative methods, tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Wealth management Real estate investing Passive / index investing
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La Velle W

CFP®, ChFC®, Series 66

Bellingham, WA

West Invest

La Velle West is a CFP® and ChFC® with nine years of industry experience. He is affiliated with West Invest, a team-based firm in Bellingham, WA, and has prior experience at Northwest Wealth Advisors and LPL Financial. Outside of advisory work, he is involved as a governor, owner, and agent of Mountain View Insurance. West Invest provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities. The firm employs a combination of fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative methods to implement long-term investment strategies tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Wealth management Real estate investing Passive / index investing
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Alice T

CFP®, Series 66

Bellingham, WA

West Invest

Alice Tweit is a CFP® with five years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at West Invest. Her prior experience includes roles at Northwest Wealth Advisors, LPL, Bank of America, Merrill, and Northwestern Mutual. She also provides administrative support to Northwest Wealth Advisors LLC, an independent investment advisory firm. West Invest offers discretionary portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, and business entities. The firm employs a combination of fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative methods, focusing on long-term strategies tailored to client goals and risk tolerance.

Wealth management Real estate investing Passive / index investing
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