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It Starts With a Plan

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The Best Financial Planning Outcome

The best financial planning outcome is one where a team of professionals across the financial industries come together to work for you, and where the most important aspects of your life are taken into consideration. As a business owner, your life is centered around two main facets: family and business. These two facets can be conflicting and difficult to manage alone.

Family and business finances planned together

Insurance, retirement and investments in one coordinated plan

Clear next steps, reviewed as your life changes

Retirement planning

Plan Your Financial Future

Planning for your financial future is an important step toward achieving your long-term goals. It involves setting financial objectives, identifying potential risks and opportunities, and developing a strategy to reach your goals. The process can feel complex, but with the right guidance it is rewarding and gives you peace of mind.

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Why it matters

Why Financial Planning Matters

Financial planning is important for a number of reasons. Here are the key ways a plan helps you and your family.

Helps you achieve your financial goals

Financial planning helps you identify your long-term goals, like saving for retirement, paying off debt or buying a home, and develop a plan to reach them.

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Provides a roadmap for your future

A plan shows where you are today, where you want to be, and how to get there, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

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Helps you manage financial risks

Planning ahead helps you identify and manage risks like inflation, market volatility and unexpected expenses, and limit their impact on your well-being.

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Improves your financial literacy

Understand key concepts like budgeting, investing and retirement planning, so you can make informed decisions and improve your overall financial well-being.

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Helps you stay on track

A plan gives you a framework for decisions and helps you prioritize your goals, so you stay focused and motivated over time.

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What People Say About Brian

Kind words from people who know Brian and the way he works.

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Brian has a great heart for seeing needs as it relates to financial needs - especially for business owners. Instead of being robotic and canned he works to understand the individual and adapt his expertise accordingly. Outside of trust with family members, trust with money is one of the hardest to find. I am grateful for the trust that can be found with Brian. He really does help and educate in things that can be less known or understood, and that is also extremely helpful. Pick his brain, you'll be glad you did!

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Rion Westfall

Founder, Own Your Revenue

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Operating at the intersection of financial expertise and true caring for his clients, Brian is a unique financial consultant. He has real empathy for people working to build and protect their financial future. With his guidance, you never have to do that alone. And the financial landscape is changing quickly and dramatically. He would be a great choice to be at your side as you seek to navigate that landscape.

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Katherine Moody

Hiring advisor

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Brian has unique skills in acquiring and meeting the needs of customers. He is a leader in his abilities to connect with various personalities and backgrounds. He has a strength in identifying customer needs and providing short and long-term solutions. He brings an infectious positive energy to work each day and genuinely wants the best for his customers and team.

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Eric Swanson

Insurance & Risk Management

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Brian Lee is an excellent leadership partner. Together, we were very effective at recruiting, coaching and developing a promising team of financial professionals. Brian is respected by his team because he truly cares about their success. He has the keen ability of striking the ideal balance between encouraging and motivating representatives while focusing on accountability for achievement of goals.

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John Vrkljan, CPCU

District Leader, COUNTRY Financial®

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Brian Lee was my manager at Prudential, and I had the opportunity to work with him for almost a year. He is a highly talented manager with an extraordinary work ethic who motivated our team to reach our targets. His coaching skills and genuine support helped me grow as a financial associate. Brian was always responsive to my questions and followed up to ensure my concerns were resolved. His patience and willingness to help motivated me to always do my best.

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Emre Akman

Engineering Tech IV, Illinois Department of Transportation

FAQ

Financial Planning FAQs

Quick answers to the questions we hear most. Still have a question? Call 630-509-4040.

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What does BL Wealth Management do?

BL Wealth Management helps families, teachers and small business owners plan for retirement and protect their income. Services include financial planning, retirement income planning, life insurance, annuities, disability insurance and long-term care planning, brought together into one coordinated plan led by Brian Lee.

Who does BL Wealth Management work with?

We work with individuals and families preparing for retirement, educators who want to make the most of their pension, and small business owners who need a retirement and exit plan. Meetings are available online by Zoom as well as by phone.

How do I get started?

Book a free consultation online or call 630-509-4040. In the first meeting we learn about your goals, your current situation and your questions, then suggest clear next steps. There is no obligation.

How are investment advisory services offered?

Investment advisory services are offered through First Advisors National, LLC (FAN Advisors), an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. FAN Advisors' firm brochure is available on request.

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Let's create a plan that suits your lifestyle and goals. Meet with Brian online or by phone, with no obligation.

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