Financial Planning Analysts, LLC

Financial Planning Analysts, LLC is a New York State Registered Investment Adviser founded in 2002 by Dr. Mark S. Brody, who has over 10 years of financial industry experience. The firm specializes in providing investment supervisory services, managing advisory accounts, and offering financial planning services. They require a minimum account size of $100,000 for money management services, but may waive this minimum at their discretion. Clients include individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. Fees for investment advisory services are negotiable and based on a percentage of assets under management, with rates varying depending on the scope of services provided. The firm does not charge performance-based fees and does not vote proxies on behalf of clients. Dr. Brody is also affiliated with Planned Financial Programs, Inc., a FINRA-regulated broker-dealer. The firm does not maintain custody of client funds and does not charge more than $15,000 in quarterly fees per client. Dr. Brody holds a B.A. in biology, a Ph.D. in Bio-Chemistry, and a DO in medicine. Clients should be aware of potential conflicts of interest related to the firm's affiliations and compensation arrangements. The firm emphasizes best execution practices and aims to provide fair and equitable treatment to all clients. Dr. Brody is responsible for all advice rendered to clients and supervisory oversight within the firm. Additional information about the firm and Dr. Brody can be found on the SEC's website.