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Bret Alexander Hartman

20 Years of Experience

Firm Information

Compensation
Fee-Only (AUM)Fixed/Hourly
Number of Advisors
168 advisors
Number of Clients
6,720 clients
Average Client Portfolio
$302K average
Assets Under Management
$2.0B

Fee Structure

Financial Plan Fee:$100 - $15,000
Hourly Rate:$150 - $400/hr

BFC Planning offers financial planning services with fees ranging from $150 to $400 per hour or a fixed fee between $100 and $15,000. The exact fee depends on the IAR, scope, and complexity. Asset management services are also available through various platforms, with fees set within ranges determined by BFCP. Lower fees may be available elsewhere. Payment can be made by check, investment account deduction, or credit/debit card.

Areas of Practice
Investment ManagementRetirement PlanningTax PlanningInsurance PlanningEducation PlanningFinancial Planning & CoachingReal Estate Investing
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Advisor Information

Office location

Cortland, NY

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Regulatory History (3)
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Customer Dispute
August 2020
Settled
Customer Dispute
June 2020
Settled
Customer Dispute
May 2020
Settled
Other Business ActivitiesSells Insurance

Bret is a co-trustee for the Hartman Family Irrevocable Trust, managing utilities and taxes for family cottages. He also owns and manages four rental properties, sells life insurance (permanent and term), operates Upskill Wealth Management, and is a member of Upskill Tax Services.

Employment History
Current Registrations
Bfc Planning, INC.
September 2020 - Present · 5 yrs 4 mos
Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, INC. Broker
September 2020 - Present · 5 yrs 4 mos
Previous Registrations
LPL Financial LLC Broker
October 2011 - September 2020 · 8 yrs 11 mos
LPL Financial LLC
October 2011 - September 2020 · 8 yrs 11 mos
Uvest Financial Services Group, INC.
June 2010 - October 2011 · 1 yr 4 mos
Uvest Financial Services Group, INC.Broker
June 2010 - October 2011 · 1 yr 4 mos
Chase Investment Services CORP.
October 2009 - June 2010 · 8 mos
Chase Investment Services CORP.Broker
September 2009 - June 2010 · 9 mos
Chase Investment Services CORP.
May 2004 - August 2006 · 2 yrs 3 mos
Chase Investment Services CORP.Broker
April 2004 - August 2006 · 2 yrs 4 mos
AXA Advisors, LLC Broker
March 2002 - December 2003 · 1 yr 9 mos
State Registrations9 states
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