More strategy. More clarity. More of what matters—delivered by a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and investment management firm that puts your interests first.
We help successful families, executives, and professionals simplify complex finances, pursue tax-efficient strategies, and plan for what’s next.
Your financial life is complex—and moving fast. If you value strategy, clarity, coordination, and expert partnership, you’re in the right place.
You’re managing a demanding career, and your compensation reflects it—stock options, RSUs, deferred compensation plans, and bonuses that carry real opportunity and real risk. You want to reduce tax friction, align benefits with long-term goals, and make informed financial decisions without pressure or product sales. We help design strategies to address complexity and support your financial goals.
You have significant assets or income, growing complexity, and the responsibility that comes with both. You may be navigating major life events—retirement, a business sale, inheritance, or preparing to transfer wealth to the next generation. You want integrated advice that connects investments, taxes, estate planning, and legacy goals. We provide thoughtful collaboration, clear guidance, and a relationship grounded in trust.
You’ve built a mission-driven career and earned benefits like 457 plans or split-dollar arrangements—benefits that require specialized, objective guidance. You want advice that aligns with your values, reduces unnecessary tax exposure, and takes advantage of your Tax Delta™ superpower. We understand the credit union movement and help you uncover opportunities within your current benefits package—so it works as hard for you as you do for your members.
We guide you with intentional strategies—and never rely on gimmicks, commissions, or shortcuts. Here’s what sets us apart.
We guide you with intentional strategies—and never rely on gimmicks, commissions, or shortcuts. Here’s what sets us apart.
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We have been ACT Advisors clients for many years and appreciate their knowledgeable and innovative approaches to wealth management. Additionally they are extremely responsive, courteous and a pleasure to work with. We have complete trust and confidence in their company.
Cathy HamiltonDoug English has worked with me for over 20 years planning my retirement. His financial advice and guidance helped me through difficult financial and personal times. His reviews have always made me feel confident in his recommendations. He is very personable and professional...and over the years he has become a friend with whom I enjoy sharing my retirement life stories and adventures.. I highly recommend contacting him for your financial investments and future. Joe
Joe MillerWe have worked with Pat and ACT Advisors for several years. He is honest with you and will give you a detailed report on your financial situation tailored to you. Thank you Pat!
Kim BassDoug English and his stalwart crew have been successfully managing our investments for years. His knowledge, personal approach, and sage advice have always given us confidence that our money was in good hands.
Ken R.Thoughtful, insightful, and top-notch service!
ACT Advisors helps me understand the financial markets in so many different ways, personal one on one talks, news letters and even videos. They have helped me... read more
Great folks to work with. ACT team works hard, during the past year it has been a rough ride. Doug and his team have been there with information... read more
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From your first meeting to every milestone ahead, our team is here to offer steady guidance and exceptional service.
See Around Corners. Navigate with Clarity.
January 2026 opened with modest stock market gains and stable bond performance. Doug English of ACT Advisors reviews market activity and outlines how portfolios and financial planning are being approached in February.
The Federal Reserve (Fed) enters 2026 navigating potentially constrained policy conditions as resilient growth and above‑trend inflation intersect with an increasingly unsustainable fiscal trajectory. Fed
In this episode of C.U. On The Show, Doug English speaks with Elizabeth Wadsworth of Velera about the evolving role of artificial intelligence in credit unions. The conversation focuses on AI agents, responsible AI governance, and how credit unions can evaluate emerging technologies in a way that aligns with their mission, risk posture, and strategic goals.
Doug English, Certified Financial Planner™ with ACT Advisors, recently joined South Carolina Business Review to share his perspective on what investors may want to consider in 2026.
We don’t believe in sales pressure or one-size-fits-all advice.
Just a thoughtful conversation about where you are, what’s ahead, and whether we’re the right partner to help.