Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
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Financial planning is the process of creating and implementing a strategy to achieve your financial goals. This involves assessing your current financial situation, defining your long-term objectives, and developing a plan to reach those goals by managing your income, expenses, savings, and investments, while also mitigating potential risks.
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Casita incorporates a behavioral based approach to financial planning that blends the psychology of finance with traditional financial planning. We create financial plans that are aligned with your core values, emotions, and money behaviors to ensure effectiveness and impact.
Casita's financial advisors are fee-only, meaning we are compensated solely through fees paid directly by our clients. We do not earn commissions or receive compensation from the sale of third-party products, such as mutual funds, insurance, or other investment products. Our fee structures vary and may include flat fees, hourly rates, or a percentage of assets under management. For more details about our fees, click here.
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We specialize in helping first & second generation Americans, people new to finance, families, and career professionals achieve their financial goals. There is no minimum amount of assets needed to begin working with Casita. Investment management is not required to receive Financial Planning.
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Finances evolve over time, especially during life events. Having an ongoing relationship with a trusted professional may help you navigate those changes. Memberships allow clients to have full access to an advisor via text & email, receive a financial plan, and have ongoing coaching to accomplish their financial goals. Membership levels vary based on complexity of plan, frequency of coaching calls, and client needs.
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Yes, absolutely! Financial planning is the heart of our service offering.
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Details for each membership can be found here.
Pricing & Commitment
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Yes, each membership level has either a 6-month or 3-month minimum time commitment. These commitments help establish a trustworthy relationship, ensure that the quality of advice provided is high, and create a healthy coaching environment.
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Please contact support@casitafinancialplanning.com for questions about modifying your membership.
Service & Communication
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Membership:
Members have ongoing access to their financial advisor via email or video call for questions. This also includes regular video coaching calls to track progress toward financial goals.
One-Time Calls:
Questions can be asked only during the one-time call. Email support is not included with one-time calls.
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Your financial life is constantly evolving, and we are committed to providing continuous support.
Membership Benefits:
Ongoing Access: Contact us anytime via email or text with your financial questions.
Proactive Plan Updates: We will update your financial plan in response to any major life events.
Regular Insights: Receive our newsletter featuring financial planning tips, economic news, and insights directly from our advisors.
For those engaging with us on a one-time call basis, subsequent advice on your specific questions would require booking an additional call.
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As a member, you have full access to a CFP® professional via email, so you'll never feel alone when making an important financial decision or experiencing a life change. You will also have regular coaching sessions and opportunities to check in via video call based on your membership tier.
For one-time calls, you can book calls as often as you need.
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Yes, you have the ability to book and purchase additional meetings outside of your membership plan. Email support@casitafinancialplanning.com to coordinate.
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