AUM Fees Explained
What Are Assets Under Management?
Assets Under Management (AUM) represents the total value of your investments we manage on your behalf. When you elect to open an account with us, you indicate which investments you would like us to manage. These investments constitute your assets under management.
For long-term relationships, investment advisory services are typically structured as a percentage of assets under management. This approach aligns our interests with yours and reinforces our shared focus on steady, long-term growth.
Why Charge by AUM?
Most independent investment advisers charge a fee based on the value of the assets they manage, this has several important impacts on the adviser’s business and their relationship with the client.
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As the value of assets in your account changes so does our compensation. When your assets decline, we earn less. When your assets grow, we earn more. This structure keeps our incentives aligned with yours and reinforces our focus on helping you make steady progress toward your financial goals.
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Investment management is a continuous process. We monitor markets, the economy, research reports, and your portfolio to ensure that we are providing you with the best advice possible. An AUM structure supports this ongoing level of attention and care.
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An AUM fee provides clarity and consistency. It is calculated as a simple percentage of the assets under management and is fully visible on your statements. There are no performance incentives, hidden triggers, or complicated formulas—just a transparent structure tied directly to the work we do on your behalf.
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Larger portfolios often involve more positions, more coordination, tax considerations, estate planning discussions, and strategic decisions. A dynamic fee structure reflects the additional time, analysis, and responsibility that come with managing greater assets.
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Because our compensation is tied to the assets we manage for you, our relationship is designed to be long term. We are invested in your success and committed to building a lasting partnership based on clarity and trust.
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Fee Summary
Fee Breakdown by Tier
| Tier | From | To | Fee % | Amount in Tier | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $0.00 | $1,000,000.00 | 1.000% | - | - |
| 2 | $1,000,000.01 | $2,000,000.00 | 0.900% | - | - |
| 3 | $2,000,000.01 | $3,000,000.00 | 0.800% | - | - |
| 4 | $3,000,000.01 | $4,000,000.00 | 0.700% | - | - |
| 5 | $4,000,000.01 | $5,000,000.00 | 0.600% | - | - |
| 6 | $5,000,000.01 | $6,000,000.00 | 0.500% | - | - |
| 7 | $6,000,000.01 | $7,000,000.00 | 0.450% | - | - |
| 8 | $7,000,000.01 | and up | 0.400% | - | - |