Hennessy Advisors, Inc. is a financial advisory firm based in Novato, California. It currently has approximately $3,071,521,476 of assets under management and employs about 17 people. Hennessy Advisors, Inc. uses a fee structure of and a percentage of assets under your management.

Equius Partners, Inc. is a SEC-registered investment adviser founded in 1983, specializing in providing investment advisory services to individuals, corporations, nonprofits, trusts, and pension plans. The firm focuses on tailored investment advice based on clients' financial objectives, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon. Equius recommends a mix of passively managed, low-cost mutual funds and ETFs to reduce unnecessary risks associated with active management. As of December 31, 2022, the firm managed over $1 billion in assets, with fees based on a percentage of assets under management. Clients are billed quarterly in advance, and fees are refundable if services are terminated mid-billing period. Equius Partners does not accept compensation for the sale of securities or products and does not impose performance-based fees. The firm's investment strategies are based on asset class investing and Modern Portfolio Theory, emphasizing diversification and long-term investment goals. Clients have investment discretion, and the firm does not vote on client securities. Equius Partners has no disciplinary events and maintains a Code of Ethics to ensure integrity and client-focused service.

Winans International, operating as Winans Investments, is a Registered Investment Adviser based in Novato, California, established in 1992 by Kenneth Grant Winans. The firm offers personalized Portfolio Management Services, including discretionary and non-discretionary options tailored to clients' needs and objectives. Clients may have customized or model portfolios monitored and rebalanced as needed. Advisory Consulting and Research Services are also available, providing investment analysis and guidance. The firm primarily focuses on quantitative and technical analysis for growth investing, with a diversified mix of U.S.-based stocks, bonds, real estate, mutual funds, ETFs, and derivatives. Winans Investments manages $245,180,000 in client assets as of December 31, 2022, on a discretionary basis. Fees for Portfolio Management Services are based on a percentage of assets under management, with rates varying by total assets. The firm does not accept performance-based fees or engage in side-by-side management. Winans Investments may engage in sub-adviser relationships with other registered advisers, providing strategies and models. The firm does not participate in wrap fee programs and primarily advises on stocks, bonds, real estate, mutual funds, ETFs, and derivatives. Clients must have a minimum of $400,000 to open an account, with discretion over investment decisions granted based on client preferences. Winans Investments exercises limited custody over client funds, with fees deducted directly from client accounts. The firm does not have any reportable disciplinary information and maintains high ethical standards outlined in its Code of Ethics.

Alpha Wealth Management And Planning LLC is a financial advisory firm based in Novato, California. It currently has approximately $237,745,000 of assets under management and employs about 8 people. Alpha Wealth Management And Planning LLC uses a fee structure of a percentage of assets under your management, hourly charges and fixed fees.

Marin Capital Management, LLC, a Novato-based investment advisory firm established in 1997, specializes in researching alternative investments to perform across market cycles, including recessions. Their multi-asset class approach blends traditional and alternative investments to lower portfolio volatility. The firm caters to individuals, trusts, small business retirement plans, other RIAs, family offices, and institutions, offering mutual funds, ETFs, options, and real estate funds. Clients with a net worth of $1 million (excluding primary residence) can access alternative investments. MCM provides custom-tailored portfolios based on client needs and risk tolerance, with an initial comprehensive financial plan available upon request. The firm charges fees starting at 1.1% annually, negotiable in special circumstances. MCM also offers Advanced Legacy Planning services for estates with $10 million or more in assets, charging a flat fee of $9,500. MCM does not assess performance-based fees and requires a minimum account size of $2,000,000, which may be waived at their discretion. The firm acts as a fiduciary, ensuring full disclosure of material facts and acting in the best interest of clients. MCM does not have any disciplinary history and does not vote on client securities.