Bernard Bowhuis
Bernard Bowhuis is a CFP, ChFC-designated registered investment advisor at Founders Financial Securities, LLC, based in Jenison, MI, with 41 years of industry experience. Bernard operates on a fee-only basis, meaning they do not earn commissions from product sales. Their practice areas include Estate Planning, Financial Planning & Coaching, Investment Management, Retirement Planning. Their firm serves 9,021 clients with $3.3B in assets under management.
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Fee Structure
FFS offers several investment management programs. Fees are determined separately for each account and are negotiable, based on factors like assets under management, account structure, and services provided. Fees are generally a percentage of assets under management and can be charged quarterly or monthly, in advance or arrears.
Independence Advisory accounts typically do not exceed 2.50% annually. The Managed Portfolio Program has a fee of 1.65% annually. FCMS Private Wealth Solutions fees do not exceed 1.70% of the first $1,000,000 and 1.40% thereafter, annually. Nationwide Variable Annuity fees do not exceed 1.50% annually.
Some programs have minimum account balances and additional custodial fees that could result in an effective rate greater than the stated percentage.
Location
Jenison, MI
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No disclosures, customer disputes, or regulatory actions on file.
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Learn about disclosures →Other Business ActivitiesSells Insurance
Bernard is the President/Owner of Benchmark Financial Services and sells life insurance and accident & health insurance, dedicating a few hours per week. He also volunteers as a member of the Finance Counsel for Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, spending minimal time.
Employment History
Current Registrations
Founders Financial Securities, LLC
Founders Financial Securities LLCBroker
Previous Registrations
Questar Asset Management, INC.
Questar Capital CorporationBroker
Mutual Service CorporationBroker
G. R. Phelps & CO., INC.Broker
New England SecuritiesBroker
State Registrations8 states
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