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California Financial Advisors

Trusted Financial Guidance Since 1998

Financial planner in San Ramon, CA (show on map)
Google 5.0
★★★★★
1 reviews

California Financial Advisors is a top-ranked RIA firm in San Ramon, CA, offering retirement planning and investment management with over $2B in assets under management.

Call (925) 275-1000
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About

California Financial Advisors (CFA) is a registered investment advisory (RIA) firm founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Ramon, California. With over $2 billion in assets under management as of December 2024 and a 99.45% average annual client retention rate from 2022-2024, CFA specializes in retirement planning and investment supervisory services.

The firm operates as a fiduciary, meaning it always acts in clients' best interest. CFA has been recognized by CNBC's FA 100 list every year from 2019 to 2025 and was ranked #21 in the nation in 2024. The firm uses Charles Schwab and Fidelity Investments as custodians and has over 150 years of combined team experience.

Founded in 1998 — 26+ years in business
Over $2B in assets under management
99.45% average annual client retention rate (2022-2024)
Ranked on CNBC FA 100 list every year 2019-2025 (#21 in the nation, 2024)
Fiduciary RIA — always acts in clients' best interest
Over 150 years of combined team experience
Works with clients in 40+ states and abroad
LEED Certified office — environmentally responsible

Services

Financial Planning

Ongoing and in-depth financial planning services tailored to each client's unique situation, goals, and risk tolerance.

Retirement planning Portfolio management Quarterly performance reports RMD monitoring

Investment Management

Portfolio management services including fund selection, performance assessments, and monitoring of required minimum distributions, using independent custodians.

Fund selection and performance assessments Quarterly performance reports Required Minimum Distribution monitoring Independent custodians (Schwab & Fidelity)

Credentials & Certifications

Registered Investment Advisor (RIA)
Since 1998
FINRA/SIPC

Reviews

Google
Rating
5
★★★★★
Reviews
1

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does California Financial Advisors offer? +

CFA offers ongoing and in-depth financial planning as well as portfolio management services including fund selection, performance assessments, and quarterly reporting, using Charles Schwab and Fidelity Investments as custodians.

How does the financial planning process work at CFA? +

The process begins with a complimentary introduction meeting, followed by financial data collection and goal discussion, a financial plan presentation, an educational investment talk, defensive barrier analysis, and ongoing portfolio rebalancing services.

How much access do clients have to their advisors? +

CFA proactively contacts clients semi-annually to discuss their portfolio and update their plan, or more often at no extra charge. The team is always available by phone or email.

Who is CFA's custodian? +

CFA uses Charles Schwab and Fidelity Investments as custodians for client accounts, with dedicated service teams and direct advisor lines at both institutions.

What is CFA's investment philosophy? +

CFA's Golden Rule: they will never recommend an investment they would not invest in themselves. They emphasize highly liquid, no-load mutual funds and develop each investment strategy based on each client's specific needs and goals.

How is CFA compensated? +

CFA's fees are charged quarterly based on total assets under management (AUM). The fee schedule ranges from 1.2% for $100K-$299K to 0.4% for $10M+. Once a portfolio crosses a threshold, the entire amount is billed at the new lower rate.

What is CFA's areas of expertise? +

CFA has over 150 years of combined successful experience across its team. The firm specializes in retirement planning and investment supervisory services.

Does CFA offer virtual services? +

Yes, CFA has been ranked nationally and works with clients in over 40 states and abroad as of 12/31/24, indicating broad virtual/remote service capabilities.

Contact California Financial Advisors

California Financial Advisors
Website
calfinad.com
Category
Financial planner
Wheelchair Accessible
Call (925) 275-1000

Opening Hours

Sunday
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Monday
08:00–17:00
Tuesday
08:00–17:00
Wednesday
08:00–17:00
Thursday
08:00–17:00
Friday
08:00–17:00
Saturday
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Location

Location of California Financial Advisors, 12657 Alcosta Blvd #470, San Ramon, CA 94583 · View on Google Maps

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