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Our Wealth Management Philosophy

Why Our Approach Matters

With over 460,000 advisors in the U.S., four out of five high-achieving families remain uncertain they’ve partnered with the ideal financial guide. Our research among more than 1,400 successful households revealed five core financial priorities that drive every strategy we build:

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  • Investment Decisions: Preserving and enhancing your lifestyle through prudent portfolio design.

  • Tax Efficiency: Retaining more of what you earn by minimizing your income and investment tax liabilities.

  • Legacy Planning: Passing wealth seamlessly to future generations or worthy causes.

  • Asset Protection: Shielding your capital from unanticipated risks and liabilities.

  • Philanthropic Impact: Structuring purposeful giving to maximize benefit and personal fulfillment.

Our Three‑Pronged Framework

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Investment Consulting (IC)

Propelling your goals with market insight. Our disciplined process blends data‑driven analysis with cost‑ and tax‑aware design:

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  • Asset allocation dynamically calibrated to your risk profile and time horizon.

  • Rigorous risk evaluation and stress‑testing across market cycles.

  • Ongoing portfolio performance and fee analysis.

  • A bespoke Investment Policy Statement that keeps strategy on course.

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Advanced Planning (AP)

The cornerstone of long‑term stability. We engineer structures that fortify your financial future, integrating:

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  • Wealth Enhancement through tax‑savvy design and cash‑flow optimization.

  • Wealth Transfer strategies including trusts, estates, and gift vehicles, to pass assets as you intend.

  • Wealth Protection via legal entities, insurance, and risk‑mitigation frameworks.

  • Charitable Planning to magnify your philanthropic vision.

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Relationship Management (RM)

Your dedicated partner through every decision. We orchestrate seamless collaboration with:

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  • Client Engagement: Regular progress reviews, transparent reporting, and proactive communication.​

  • Professional Network: Coordinating with your attorneys, accountants, and insurance advisors for unified execution.

Our comprehensive Wealth Management Formula stands on three foundational pillars: 

Contact

(734) 692-7900

2836 W Jefferson, Trenton, MI 48183

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Registered Representatives offering securities and advisory services through Independent Financial Group, LLC (IFG), a Registered Investment Adviser. MEMBER FINRA/SIPC

Dixon Associates, LLC and IFG are unaffiliated entities. 

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Registered Representatives can only offer securities in the states where they are registered. Information provided is from sources believed to be reliable however, we cannot guarantee or represent that it is accurate or complete. Because situations vary, any information provided on this site is not intended to indicate suitability for any particular investor. The opinions expressed and material provided are for general information, and should not be considered a solicitation for the purchase or sale of any security. Hyperlinks are provided as a courtesy. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss.

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