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Independent Financial Advisory

Securing Your Financial Future

Compass Wealth Strategies — Independently serving Western New York for over 25 years

25+
Years Serving
Western New York
Fiduciary
Independent
Client-Centered

Our Mission

Financial Independence

Welcome to Compass Wealth Strategies, an independently managed financial advisory and wealth management firm. We have served the Western New York community for over 25 years by providing education and individualized strategies designed to help you pursue your financial goals and evaluate your financial situation and planning alternatives based on your objectives. Compass Wealth Strategies successfully integrates financial services into a wealth management offering designed to support your unique needs and objectives. We have a commitment to client-centered service in accordance with fiduciary standards and uncompromising integrity. We welcome the opportunity to learn more about where you are now and where you want to be.

Our Approach

Our Goal is to Help You Achieve Financial Independence

The partners of our group specialize in helping you protect your most important assets: You, Your Business or Practice, and Your Retirement. As personal financial advisors, we start by analyzing your current position and forming a plan designed to address your objectives. We then help you implement those strategies. Whether you are exploring financial services for the first time, looking for a second opinion or are simply unhappy with your current financial situation, please call us at 716-823-1869 or e-mail [email protected]. We will be happy to offer you a complimentary consultation.

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Client Benefits

Here are some of the benefits we provide our clients:

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Reduce Taxes

We help you reduce your taxes by 30% or more, using customized, innovative strategies. So you can put that money to work for you, or spend it if you want.

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Stop Money Leaks

Most business owners unknowingly lose money every year in everything from cash flow systems to interest payments. We help you stop these leaks.

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Secure Your Retirement

We help you secure your retirement based on facts, not hopes, so you can have the financial freedom you dream of after you retire.

If You'd Like to Learn How You Can Grow Your Money Now and For the Future, Schedule a Complimentary Consultation With John

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There is no fee for this introductory consultation. An advisory relationship is established only through a written agreement.

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For Business Owners

Your Business Should Work For You

As a business owner, you want to make sure that your business is working for you, both now and in the future. Most business owners overpay their taxes, and lose money unknowingly and unnecessarily. They also aren't strategically planning to become financially independent after they retire. We help you address both of these problems.

Resources

Articles

Financial analysis
InvestmentJul 10, 2019

Art as an Investment

Exploring alternative investment strategies and how fine art can play a role in a diversified portfolio.

Data privacy
Privacy · TechnologyJun 12, 2019

How to Protect Your Personal Data Online

Practical steps to safeguard your digital identity and financial information in an increasingly connected world.

Compass Wealth Strategies

We are dedicated to providing investment management and strategic wealth planning that is right for you. Simply put, we strive to be our client's trusted advisor.

Financial Advisors do not provide specific tax/legal advice and this information should not be considered as such. You should always consult your tax/legal advisor regarding your own specific tax/legal situation. Separate from the financial plan and our role as a financial planner, we may recommend the purchase of specific investment or insurance products or account. These product recommendations are not part of the financial plan and you are under no obligation to follow them. Investment Advisor Representative offering Independent Investment Management utilizing Tactical Active Management through Brookwood Investment Group, SIPC.

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