Pre-Meeting Questionnaire: Identifying Your Financial Priorities

This questionnaire is designed to help us better understand your current financial situation and identify areas where you may need support. By answering these questions, you’ll provide insights into the core components of financial planning – such as protecting income, managing risk, and building wealth – while also highlighting any additional customizations you may need, like planning for major life goals or preparing for future generations. 

Please complete this questionnaire prior to our meeting, as it will guide our discussion and ensure that we focus on the areas that matter most to you. The questions are straightforward and designed to help us identify both your strengths and potential gaps in your financial plan. 

Thank you for taking the time to share this information. Your responses will help us tailor our advice to best meet your financial goals 

Pre-Meeting Questionnaire

Basic Personal Information

To help us get a directionally accurate understanding of your financial picture, we ask for some basic personal information. This information will give us a starting point for identifying your financial priorities and tailoring our recommendations. As our conversations progress, we may need to gather additional details to provide you with a more comprehensive plan.

Name
Name
First Name
Last Name
Marital Status
Do you have any children?
Are you currently working with a financial advisor?

Core Components: Evaluating Your Financial Foundation

The following questions are designed to assess key aspects of your financial health, focusing on protecting your income, managing risks, and building long-term wealth. These foundational areas are crucial to ensuring your financial security and future success. Your answers will help us understand where you currently stand and identify opportunities to strengthen your financial plan.

Do you have an emergency fund that covers at least 3-6 months of your living expenses?
Do you have life, health, or disability insurance to protect your family's income incase of illness or loss of life?
How comfortable are you with your current level of debt?
Have you worked with a tax professional or financial planner to reduce your tax liability?
Do you currently have a will or estate plan in place to ensure your assets are protected an passed on according to your wishes?
Are you currently saving for retirement (e.g., 401(k), IRA) and confident in your contribution levels?
How diversified is your investment portfolio?

Additional Customizations: Tailoring Your Financial Plan

The following questions focus on more personalized aspects of financial planning, designed to address specific needs and long-term goals. From education savings and charitable giving to business succession and lifestyle purchases, these areas allow us to customize your financial strategy to better align with your unique aspirations. Your responses will help us identify which specialized services may be most relevant to you.

Are you currently saving for your children's or dependents' education expenses?
As a business owner, do you have a succession plan in place for your business?
Are charitable donations an important part of your financial planning strategy?
Have you considered long-term care insurance or strategies for covering potential long-term healthcare needs in the future?
Are you interested in creating passive income streams through investments or other ventures?
Do you have any plans for major lifestyles purchases (e.g., vacation home, luxury renovations) in the near future?

Personal Goals: Defining Your Financial Vision

The following questions are designed to help us understand your overall financial goals and priorities. By identifying what matters most to you - whether it's retirement, wealth building, or protecting your family's financial future - we can develop a plan that aligns with your vision. Your responses will provide insight into your confidence in your current strategy and highlight areas where you may need more support or adjustments.

What are your top three financial goals right now? (please select 3 options)
How important is it for you to leave a financial legacy for your family or charity?
What is your biggest concern when it comes to your financial future?
How confident are you in your current financial plan?
Do you have a strategy in place for managing taxes in retirement?
Do you regularly review your financial plan and make adjustments as needed?
Is there any specific area of your financial life where you feel you need the most help right now?

Closing: Preparing for Our Meeting

As we prepare for our meeting, we want to ensure our discussion focuses on the areas that matter most to you. If there are specific aspects of your financial plan that you'd like to prioritize, please let us know. Alternatively, if you prefer a general overview, we're happy to provide a comprehensive review of your financial situation and make tailored recommendations based on your needs.

Would you like to focus on any specific areas of your financial plan in our meeting?

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