Laura Mertz is a CFP-designated registered investment advisor at Blankinship & Foster, LLC, based in Solana Beach, CA. Laura operates on a fee-only basis, meaning they do not earn commissions from product sales. Their practice areas include Education Planning, Estate Planning, Financial Planning & Coaching, High Net Worth, and 4 more. Their firm serves 290 clients with $940M in assets under management.
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Portfolio-Based Fees (Tiered)
| Portfolio Value | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to $1.0M | 1.00% |
| $1.0M - $3.0M | 0.75% |
| $3.0M - $5.0M | 0.60% |
| $5M+ | 0.40% |
Accounts under $1,000,000 are subject to a minimum annual fee of $10,000. Fees are negotiable.
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420 Stevens Avenue, Suite 250, Solana Beach, CA, 92075
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