Coffee Chat

The goal is to see if we’re a good match and whether I can genuinely help with what you’re trying to accomplish.

Getting to Know You

Tell me about yourself and what brought you here today.

  • What’s your current situation? (work, family, life stage)
  • What made you think about getting financial help now?
  • Have you worked with an advisor before?

How do you like to work with people?

  • Are you a “check in quarterly” person or more hands-on?
  • Email, phone calls, or face-to-face meetings?
  • Do you like to be involved in decisions or prefer to delegate?

The Big Picture

What are you hoping to accomplish?

  • What are your biggest financial goals right now?
  • What worries keep you up at night about money?
  • If we’re successful together, what would that look like in 2-3 years?

Tell me about your current financial life:

  • How’s your cash flow? Saving regularly or living paycheck to paycheck?
  • Do you feel organized with your money or is it scattered?
  • What accounts do you have? (401k, savings, investment accounts)
  • Any big debts? (mortgage, student loans, credit cards)

Quick Snapshot

Assets (rough numbers are fine):

  • Emergency savings: $____
  • Retirement accounts: $____
  • Other investments: $____
  • Home value: $____

Debts:

  • Mortgage balance: $____
  • Other debts: $____

Monthly picture:

  • Income: $____
  • Typical monthly savings: $____

Working Together

What kind of help are you looking for?

  • Investment management
  • Retirement planning
  • Getting organized
  • Tax planning
  • Insurance review
  • Just someone to talk through decisions

Any questions about how this works or what I do?


Wrap Up

Based on our conversation:

  • Does this feel like something that could be helpful?
  • What would be a good next step?
  • Any concerns or hesitations?

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