Take Control of Your Finances
Independent, Flat-Fee Financial Advice for Proactive Investors
You’ve built a strong financial foundation—and you want to stay in control. At Scholar Financial Advising, we help DIY investors make smarter decisions with clear, personalized guidance from credentialed experts. No product sales. No AUM fees. Just advice that aligns with your goals.
High-Quality Advice. No Sales Pitch.
Not everyone needs a full-time wealth manager. But everyone deserves advice they can trust.
Whether you’re optimizing for taxes, weighing early retirement, or navigating complex decisions like RSUs, inheritance, or uneven income, we’ll help you think through the tradeoffs and chart a smart path forward.
Why Work With Scholar?
100% Fiduciary. Always.
We’re ethically bound to put your interests first. No product sales. No AUM fees. Just flat-fee, conflict-free advice shaped by what’s right for your situation—nothing else.
DIY-Friendly, Expert-Led
You’re in charge of your investments. We’re here to help you refine your strategy, catch blind spots, and plan with confidence.
- Clear recommendations down to fund names, dollar amounts, and next steps
- Guidance tailored for high-income and high-net-worth individuals
- Deep expertise in tax optimization, equity compensation, gifting, and more
Academic Rigor Meets Real-World Planning
Our team of PhD and CFP® professionals brings both intellectual depth and practical financial insight to every client relationship.
→ Want a preview of how we think?
Check out our upcoming webinar on Thursday, November 13 to explore how gold, commodities, and the dollar behave in inflationary environments — and what that means for long-term portfolio strategy.
Hosted by Dr. Stephan Shipe, Ph.D., CFA, CFP®
📅 Register or get the recording
What’s Next?
Use the link below to fill out a form and receive a complimentary personalized proposal for your financial plan.