Strategic planning isn’t for everyone.

It’s for you.

You already know complexity. What you need is a fee-only fiduciary partner who can turn it into strategy—in your financial plan and in your investment portfolio—objective, ongoing, and built entirely around your goals.

Who We Serve Best

We’ve found that our best work happens with people facing complexity—where stakes are high and strategy actually matters.

Families With Complexity

You’re making big decisions—retiring, selling a business, or shifting priorities. You need a strategy that sees the full picture. We help you coordinate investments, taxes, and life transitions in a way that keeps your values and goals aligned. It’s thoughtful, proactive planning—not guesswork.

Credit Union Executives

You’ve built a mission-driven career—and earned benefits that require more than surface-level advice. We have deep expertise in credit union executive plans—analyzing and integrating (but never selling) split-dollar arrangements, 457(b), 457(f), 401(k), and retention bonuses. We create strategies tailored to executives’ needs that you won’t find anywhere else.

Senior Executives

Your compensation isn’t simple—and neither is the impact it can have. We help you make smart, tax-aware decisions around stock options, deferred comp, and concentrated risk, with a strategy that connects the dots and keeps everything moving in the same direction: forward.

ACT Core Strategies

Our core strategies are designed to help you protect what you’ve built, plan for what’s next, and make smarter decisions along the way.

Trust From People Who’ve Been There

Here’s what it actually feels like to work with us—no edits, no incentives, and no filters. These reviews are real experiences from clients who value thoughtful guidance and long-term strategy from a fee-only fiduciary team.

Although my account is very small, Pat Latta is always there for me ready to offer sound advice regarding my financial situation. I appreciate his attention to someone who... read more

Ed Ninestein Avatar Ed N.
May 13, 2025

My family and I have benefited from using ACT Advisors. Terrific folks to work with!!

Robert Wilson Avatar Robert W.
May 27, 2024

Doug 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... read more

Ken R. Avatar Ken R.
May 27, 2024

We have been with ACT Advisors for over 15 years, and we are delighted with the growth of our portfolio during that time. The ACT team is always available... read more

Mike Chodnicki Avatar Mike C.
August 16, 2023

We have had the pleasure with working with ACT Advisors, Wes Johnson, Doug English, and their entire team for many years now. They are knowledgeable, have provided great advice in... read more

Maria Siachos Avatar Maria S.
May 27, 2024

Pat Latta has been my financial advisor for quite a few years. He is incredibly good at his job & has always steered me in the right direction. I also... read more

Karis Walker Avatar Karis W.
May 27, 2023

Pat was patient and detailed in making sure I understood all of my financial options. He provided suggestions and recommendations based on my needs and goals.

Caroline M.

Doug 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... read more

Joe M.

Doug English and the ACT Advisors staff are well into their second decade with my family as trusted advisors. Doug helped me map out a feasible plan for early retirement... read more

David W.

Before You Decide

Have questions? Here’s what many people ask before getting started.

What makes ACT Advisors different from other financial planners?

We’re a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and investment management firm with decades of experience and state-of-the-art technology. We don’t sell products, collect commissions, or offer surface-level advice—we partner with clients facing high-stakes financial decisions to align planning, tax strategy, and investments with clear intention.

Our best work happens with individuals and families navigating complexity—credit union executives, senior professionals with layered compensation, business owners facing liquidity events, or anyone making a major life transition. If your financial life isn’t simple, you’re in the right place.

It means your interests come first, always. As fiduciaries, we’re legally and ethically bound to act in your best interest. As fee-only financial advisors, we’re paid only by our clients—not by product providers.

We specialize in strategies for executives navigating stock options, deferred comp plans, 457(b)/(f)s, and split-dollar arrangements. We integrate your benefits into your broader financial plan, help manage tax exposure, and build long-term strategies that connect your compensation with your life goals.

Our planning process includes a deep review of your income, cash flow, portfolio, compensation, tax picture, estate plan, insurance coverage, investments, and more. We connect all of it into one cohesive strategy—then stay engaged to adjust and optimize as life and markets evolve.

Yes. Many of our clients come to us with existing portfolios, advisors, or partial plans. We offer a comprehensive review to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities. If we’re a better fit for your long-term needs, we’ll show you what that looks like—without pressure.

We’ll review your responses to understand your situation and goals. If it looks like we’re a strong fit for what you need, you’ll immediately see the option to schedule a call with one of our advisors. This conversation is designed to offer clarity, not a sales pitch—and if we’re not the right fit, we’ll still do our best to point you in the right direction.

Clarity Starts With a Conversation

Tell us a bit about your situation. Based on your responses, we’ll match you with the right Fee-Only Fiduciary Financial Advisor—or guide you to the planning approach that fits. Either way, you’ll walk away with clarity.

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