How we work
Process & fees
Work with Lock Wealth for financial planning only, or add investment management when the time is right. Fee-only — no commissions, no kickbacks.
Foundations
$100/month
For individuals and households ready to get organized and build momentum.
- Personalized financial plan
- Quarterly planning meetings
- Cash flow & savings guidance
- Retirement planning basics
- Ongoing advisor access
Comprehensive
$400/month
For households needing broader planning across taxes, estate, and long-term goals.
- Everything in Foundations
- Tax planning & coordination
- Portfolio review & allocation guidance
- Estate & beneficiary planning
- Advanced implementation support
Business owner
$800/month
For business owners who need integrated advice across personal and business finances.
- Everything in Comprehensive
- Business tax strategy
- Succession & exit planning
- Business continuity planning
- Personal + business integration
You don't need to move your money to work with us. If you choose to add investment management, our fee is 1.00% on the first $1M, 0.75% on $1M–$3M, and 0.50% above $3M.
Getting started
How it works
Three meetings to go from curious to fully underway.
Discovery meeting
We get to know each other — your goals, your situation, and what's keeping you up at night financially.
- No commitment required
- ~15 minutes
- Virtual, phone, or in person
Proposal meeting
We present your personalized plan, walk through your financial snapshot, and explain exactly what it costs to work together.
- Your financial snapshot
- Options presented, no obligation
- Q&A, no pressure
Implementation & service calendar
We put the plan into motion and welcome you into the service calendar — your year is mapped out from day one.
- Action items assigned
- Accounts & tools set up
- Review meetings scheduled
What to expect
Your year at a glance
Every quarter has a focus. Here's how we spend our time together.
Q1 — Jan–Mar
Tax & cash flow
- Tax planning kickoff
- Cash flow review
- Set annual goals
- Review prior year plan
Q2 — Apr–Jun
Planning & savings
- Tax return follow-up
- Savings strategy check-in
- Mid-year projections
- Action item review
Q3 — Jul–Sep
Investments
- Portfolio review
- Rebalancing discussion
- Risk & allocation check
- Retirement account review
Q4 — Oct–Dec
Protection & updates
- Beneficiary review
- Insurance check
- Estate document update
- Year-end tax moves
