Who We Serve

At Two Trails Financial Planning, we serve a diverse range of clients, but many are thoughtful, high-achieving (and busy!) professionals in their 30s and 40s. While this describes a significant portion of our clientele, we welcome individuals from all walks of life who share our core values and approach to financial planning. Regardless of their specific circumstances, our clients are united by a common mindset that sets them apart:

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Creative: Our clients bring creativity to their financial planning, seeing possibilities where others might see limitations. Rather than defaulting to a traditional "9-to-5 until 65" mindset, they value the idea of financial independence and designing a unique path that aligns with their personal vision of success and fulfillment.
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Purposeful: Our clients are interested in going beyond the numbers. They seek meaningful conversations about aligning all forms of their capital – time, money, attention, and talent – with what's truly important to them. They understand that true wealth encompasses more than just financial assets.
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Growth-Oriented: Whether in their careers, personal lives, or financial knowledge, our clients are committed to continuous growth and learning. They're open to new ideas that can help them achieve their goals.
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Collaborative: Our clients value expertise and are eager to work with a trusted advisor. They see financial planning as a partnership and actively engage in the process.

Here are a few of the organizations whose leaders and professionals Andy has worked with over the years:

Healthcare and Higher Education
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Tech
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Others
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Explore below to learn more about how we help clients like you:

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Finding Balance

As parents, you're constantly balancing competing demands on your time, money, and attention. You're trying to build your career while making the most of precious time with your kids. Financial planning often takes a back seat, leaving you worried that important things are falling through the cracks.

You might be asking yourself:

  • Are we on track to meet our financial goals?

  • What are our financial goals, anyway?

  • How do we save for our kids' education without sacrificing our own financial future?

  • Is our family financially protected if something unexpected happens?

How Two Trails Lightens the Load

At Two Trails, we understand the unique challenges you face. Our mission is to bring clarity, organization, and peace of mind to your financial life.

Clarity and Direction

We'll help you define what financial success looks like for your family and create a clear trail map to get there. Through regular check-ins, we'll ensure you're always moving confidently towards your goals.

Time-Saving Organization

We'll implement systems to streamline your financial life, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks. This frees up your time and mental energy for what (and who) matters most.

Balanced Planning

From education funding to career flexibility, we'll help you make financial decisions that balance your short-term needs with your long-term aspirations.

Family Protection

We'll guide you through important decisions about insurance, estate planning, and building a strong financial foundation for your family's future.

With Two Trails by your side, you can focus on cherishing time with your children and pursuing your ambitions, knowing your financial future is in good hands.

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Harnessing the Power of Two

As a dual-income couple, you're navigating the exciting and sometimes challenging waters of building your lives and careers together. You're combining your financial lives while respecting individual goals and ambitions. It's a delicate balance of teamwork and personal growth.

You might be wondering:

  • How do we merge our finances while maintaining individual financial identities?

  • Are we making the most of our combined income and benefits?

  • How can we plan for major life changes like buying a home or starting a family?

How Two Trails Helps You Thrive Together

At Two Trails, we understand the unique dynamics of dual-income couples. Our goal is to help you create a unified financial strategy that honors both your shared dreams and individual aspirations.

Unified Financial Vision

We'll guide you through conversations to align your financial goals as a couple, creating a roadmap that respects both partners' values and ambitions.

Optimized Teamwork

We'll help you leverage your combined strengths, optimizing everything from cash flow strategies to employee benefits, ensuring you're making the most of your dual-income status.

Future-Focused Planning

Whether you're eyeing a home purchase, considering starting a family, or dreaming of early retirement, we'll help you plan for life's big moments and transitions.

Tax-Smart Strategies

We'll develop tax-efficient investment and savings strategies tailored to your combined income, helping you keep more of what you earn.

Work-Life Integration

From exploring career changes to achieving better work-life balance, we'll help you make financial decisions that support your evolving professional and personal goals.

With Two Trails as your partner, you can confidently build your financial future together, knowing you have a plan that supports both your shared and individual dreams.

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Navigating Success & Its Complexities

As a successful professional, your hard work is paying off. Your career is thriving, but with success comes new financial complexities. You're dealing with advanced compensation packages, increasing tax burdens, and the challenge of balancing your professional life with personal aspirations.

You might be asking yourself:

  • How can I optimize my complex compensation package, including equity and bonuses?

  • Am I making the most tax-efficient decisions with my growing income?

  • How do I balance building wealth with enjoying the fruits of my labor now?

  • What's my path to financial independence, and how can I potentially retire early?

How Two Trails Elevates Your Hard Work

At Two Trails, we understand the unique challenges that come with professional success. Our goal is to help you leverage your high income to create lasting wealth and achieve your personal definition of success.

Compensation Optimization

We'll help you make sense of complex compensation packages, including strategies for managing stock options, RSUs, and other equity compensation to maximize their value.

Tax-Efficient Wealth Building

We'll coordinate with your CPA to implement comprehensive tax planning strategies to help you keep more of what you earn, both now and in the future.

Work-Optional Planning

Whether you're aiming for early retirement or just want more flexibility, we'll create a roadmap to make work optional on your terms.

Investment Strategy

We'll design and implement a tax-efficient investment strategy tailored to your goals, risk tolerance, and increasingly complex financial situation.

Legacy and Impact

From advanced estate planning to philanthropic strategies, we'll help you create a lasting impact and leave a meaningful legacy.

Life Integration

We understand success isn't just about money. We'll help you make financial decisions that support your personal goals, whether that's more family time, pursuing interests, or achieving better work-life balance.

With Two Trails as your financial guide, you can focus on excelling in your career and enjoying life, knowing you have a well-crafted plan to make the most of your success.

How to Get Started
1) Talk with us

Let’s have a no-obligation conversation to see if we’re a good fit to work together.

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2) Start planning

Your big goals. Our expertise. Let’s see what’s possible through collaboration.

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3) Blaze your own trail

Just wait ‘til you see the views from up there. You’re going to love it.

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