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                                      Planning Process

                                      One thing our clients appreciate about working with us is that we don’t believe in cookie-cutter solutions or a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we follow a meticulous process designed to help us get to know each client’s situation, goals, values and priorities as well as their level of risk tolerance so that we can make appropriate recommendations to meet their needs. Everyone is different and we may amend our approach to suit a specific client, but in general, we utilize the following process to help those we’re privileged to serve.


                                      Burmane Process

                                      Intro Call

                                      Estimated Time: 30 Minutes

                                      Topics

                                      • Get to know each other

                                      • Discuss your planning concerns

                                      • Explain who we are and how we work with clients

                                      • Provide an overview of the process

                                      • Confidential questionnaire emailed directly to you

                                      Initial Consult

                                      Estimated Time: 1-1.5 Hours
                                      In Person or Virtual Meeting

                                      Topics

                                      • Review completed confidential questionnaire

                                      • Focus on your specific goals and confirm financial data

                                      • Conduct a cash/income needs analysis along with a retirement planning worksheet

                                      • Address any questions/concerns around the planning process

                                      • Discuss the costs associated with entering into a formal financial planning engagement

                                      Case Design

                                      Now the fun begins! This is the part of the planning process where our team begins developing your financial plan based on your goals and financial data. Expect frequent communication from us as we have additional questions and need supporting documents (paystubs, estate documents, investment/retirement account statements, insurance coverage, etc.).

                                      Strategy Session

                                      Estimated Time: 1 – 1.5 Hours
                                      In Person or Virtual Meeting

                                      Topics

                                      • Review your Balance Sheet (Net Worth Statement)

                                      • Analyze your cash flow (Inflows vs Outflows)

                                      • Discuss our observations and recommendations going forward

                                      • Confirm your specific action items with a date for completion

                                      Plan Delivery & Implementation

                                      Estimated Time: 30 minutes
                                      Phone Call or Virtual Meeting

                                      Topics

                                      • Answer any questions that arose from your strategy session

                                      • Confirm your goals and action items

                                      • Discuss the next steps

                                      On-Going Advice

                                      Throughout the next 12 months

                                      Communicate with each other as questions arise about:

                                      • Benefits

                                      • Retirement accounts

                                      • Investment accounts

                                      • Estate planning

                                      • Major purchases

                                      • Unexpected expenses

                                      • Etc.


                                      Get in Touch


                                      (619) 886-2714
                                      jburmane@eaglestrategies.com

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                                      55 S Lake Ave, Ste 200
                                      Pasadena CA 91101

                                      Disclosure

                                      James Burmane is an agent of and licensed to sell insurance through New York Life Insurance Company and may be licensed with various other independent unaffiliated insurance companies in the states of CA (CA Insurance License #0F48110), IL, NJ, NY, and TX. No insurance business may be conducted outside the states referenced.

                                      James Burmane is a Registered Representative of and offers securities products & services through NYLIFE Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, a licensed insurance agency, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company, 55 S Lake Ave Ste 200, Pasadena, CA, 91101, 619-886-2714. In this regard, this communication is strictly intended for individuals residing in the states of AZ, CA, and TX. No offers may be made or accepted from any resident outside the specific states referenced.

                                      James Burmane is also a Financial Adviser with Eagle Strategies LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company, offering advisory services in the states of AZ, and CA. As such, these services are strictly intended for individuals residing in the states referenced.

                                      Neither New York Life Insurance Company nor its agents or affiliates provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. Please consult your own tax, legal, or accounting professional before making any decisions.​

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                                      • ABOUT
                                        • Meet James
                                          • The CFP® Difference
                                            • Strategic Alliances
                                              • Planning Process
                                              • EXPERTISE
                                                • Services for Individuals and Families
                                                  • Services for Business Owners
                                                    • Services for Pre-Retirees and Retirees
                                                      • Investment Management
                                                      • EDUCATION
                                                        • Investment Newsletter
                                                          • Calculators
                                                            • Helpful Links
                                                            • CONTACT US
                                                              • Location and Contact
                                                                • Schedule a Meeting
                                                                • CLIENT LOGIN
                                                                  • eMoney
                                                                    • Eagle Strategies
                                                                      • New York Life
                                                                        • Mainstay Funds
                                                                          • American Funds

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