Fee-only · Fiduciary · No minimums

Level Up Your Money

Modern Fiduciary Financial Planning & Investment Management

Judgment-free, jargon-free, high-tech financial planning from a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, delivered virtually to clients across the U.S.
Fee-only fiduciary
No commissions. No product sales. Advice that's only ever in your interest.
No minimums
We start with where you are, regardless of income or investable assets.
100% virtual
Meet from anywhere in the U.S. via video, with paperless everything.
Values-aligned
ESG and impact portfolios that put your money to work for a better world.

As featured in

  • NPR
  • NerdWallet
  • CBS News
  • Business Insider
  • Investopedia 100 Top Financial Advisors
  • Yahoo Finance
  • MarketWatch
  • MSN
  • Policygenius

Why Elevation

Financial planning that fits the way you actually live.

  • A Progressive Path to Wealth

    Build your path to wealth with a simple, high-tech experience that supports your journey to financial independence with a socially-conscious perspective.

  • Modern Financial Advice

    Create a money journey that helps you say “yes” to your dreams, with supportive, modern, and empathetic financial advice designed for a modern world.

  • Impact Investment Management

    Build a portfolio of Socially-Responsible, ESG (environmental, social, and governance) and Impact Investing focused on supporting and developing a better world.

Accessible

Modern, Non-stuffy and High-tech

We believe everyone deserves access to professional financial advice. No minimums, no judgment, and no jargon. And you can meet with us from the comfort of your own home via video conferencing and paperless systems.

Client meeting with a financial planner by video

Progressive

A Progressive Financial Partner

You don't just want financial advice. You want a simple experience. You want high-tech virtual access that works around your schedule. And you want your money to make a positive impact in your life, in your community, and in the world.

Person reviewing finances on a laptop

How it works

Three steps to a clearer financial picture.

  1. 01

    Book a free consultation

    A relaxed video call to talk through your situation, your questions, and what you want your money to do for you.

  2. 02

    See your complete picture

    Link your accounts and, maybe for the first time, see your net worth, every account, and a confidence number in one place.

  3. 03

    Make progress, together

    A clear plan, values-aligned investments, and ongoing accountability so you keep moving toward what matters.

Blog & Podcast

Fresh from Wealth Redefined®

Weekly, plain-English guidance on money that matters to your life. Most posts are also episodes of the podcast.

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Credentials & memberships

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP)
  • NAPFA member
  • XY Planning Network CFP member
  • Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC)
  • Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF)
  • Certified Financial Therapist (CFT-I)
  • Certificate in Blockchain and Digital Assets (CBDA)
  • YNAB Certified Coach
  • Intuit ProAdvisor Gold
  • National Association of Tax Professionals member
  • Intuit Bookkeeping Certification
  • Intuit Academy Tax Exam Level 1

Read more about Michael's credentials.

Ready to level up your money?

Book a free initial consultation. We'll talk about where you are, where you want to go, and whether we're a good fit.