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Steve Cooke CFP®, CDFA®, ADPA®, CRPS®
Financial Advisor, Managing Director
Overview
Trust. Integrity. Mutual respect. These are the operating principles I rely on when I work to develop an investment approach that is designed to meet my clients’ financial goals and objectives.
My client-first service commitment for you begins by asking questions, listening to your responses and learning what is important to you. We’ll work together to evaluate your current financial picture and explore your investment time horizon, and your tolerance for risk. Each of these steps will help us develop your personalized, goals-based financial program using the various investment tools we have at Benjamin F. Edwards & Co.
As we implement your strategy, we will continue to work together to monitor your progress, making adjustments as your needs and goals change, and/or as opportunities in the markets present themselves.
I very much look forward to showing you what our client-first investment approach can mean for you and your family.
Phone 520-274-2748
Toll Free Phone 833-274-2831
Phone (Direct) 520-274-2748
WHAT IS A CDFA®? Earning the Certified Divorce Financial Analysts®, or CDFA®, designation from the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts means that a financial advisor has successfully completed a course of study, passed an exam, and is in good standings with the IDFA™. In addition, the designation is subject to renewal requirements every two years, which includes the completion of 15 divorce-related hours of continuing education.
What is an ADPA®? An ACCREDITED DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP ADVISORSM, or ADPA®, designation from the College for Financial Planning indicates that the holder has completed a course of study that addresses wealth transfers, federal taxation, retirement planning, and planning for financial and medical end-of-life needs for domestic partners. Additionally, individuals must pass an end-of-course examination, agree to adhere to standards of professional conduct, are subject to a disciplinary process and must complete 16 hours of continuing education training every two years.
What is a CRPS®? A CHARTERED RETIREMENT PLANNING SPECIALISTSM, or CRPS®, certification from the College for Financial Planning indicates that the holder has completed a rigorous course of study that addresses design, installation, maintenance and administration of retirement plans. Individuals must pass an end-of-course examination that tests their ability to synthesize complex concepts and apply theoretical concepts to real-life situations. Additionally, individuals must agree to adhere to standards of professional conduct, and are subject to a disciplinary process.
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