01. About Us

In the complex world of finance, whether you’re doing it yourself or working with an advisor, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with tactics, strategies and options. It shouldn’t be!

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02. Our Philosophy

Thoughtful Advisors “does things differently than the crowd” and we show thoughtful savers solutions they didn’t know existed so they “know what they can have” enabling them to make better decisions in their best interest.

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03. Our Process

We provide fiduciary based tax smart advice helping individuals and businesses get the highest quality, lowest cost and hassle-free strategies for financial success..

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Our Services

 

Savings Strategies

 

Employee Benefit Plans

 

Tax - Smart Planning

Meet The Founder

Gary LoDuca CFP®, ChFC, AIF®

Founder, Owner & Chief Executive Thinker
I graduated from the University of Florida - College of Business in 1989 and joined First Union National Bank in 1990. I became a Investment Adviser...

We manage investment assets and design qualified and non-qualified savings plans for individuals and businesses.

Blogs

5 Tax-Saving Strategies to Keep More of Your Money

Gary LoDuca |
Categories
Tax Planning
Retirement
Tax season doesn’t have to feel like an uphill battle. With the right strategies, you can minimize your tax bill and keep more of your hard-earned money where it belongs, in your pocket. Whether you’re a DIY tax filer or rely on a pro, understanding these key moves can help you make smarter financial decisions and sidestep costly mistakes. Let’s dive in. 1. Adjust Your Withholding to Avoid Surprises Getting a big refund might feel...

How to Dive into Business Succession Planning: 10 Key Questions

Gary LoDuca |
Categories
Investments
Finance
Tax Planning
What will happen to your business when it’s time for you to take a step back? That can be a tough question that many business owners eventually have to face. Yet, far too many admit they don't have a formal succession plan in place. In fact, looking at family businesses alone, about 61% say they do not have a documented succession plan. 1 Why? Many business owners say they haven’t put together a succession plan...

FAQ

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Is Thoughtful Advisors an Independent Firm?

Yes. We are privately owned and operated. We select our own solutions and work with our chosen professional partners.

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Is Thoughtful Advisors a Fiduciary Firm?

Yes. We are legally and professionally mandated as fiduciaries on behalf of our clients.

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What is a Fiduciary?

A fiduciary is a professional who is legally obligated to put the interests of their clients ahead of their own. A fiduciary is held to the highest legal standard to “do the right thing” for their clients. A fiduciary must disclose any potential conflicts of interest as soon as practical to their clients.