01. About Us

In the complex world of finance, whether you’re doing it yourself or working with an advisor, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with tactics, strategies and options. It shouldn’t be!

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02. Our Philosophy

Thoughtful Advisors “does things differently than the crowd” and we show thoughtful savers solutions they didn’t know existed so they “know what they can have” enabling them to make better decisions in their best interest.

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03. Our Process

We provide fiduciary based tax smart advice helping individuals and businesses get the highest quality, lowest cost and hassle-free strategies for financial success..

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Our Services

 

Savings Strategies

 

Employee Benefit Plans

 

Tax - Smart Planning

Meet The Founder

Gary LoDuca CFP®, ChFC, AIF®

Founder, Owner & Chief Executive Thinker
I graduated from the University of Florida - College of Business in 1989 and joined First Union National Bank in 1990. I became a Investment Adviser...

We manage investment assets and design qualified and non-qualified savings plans for individuals and businesses.

Blogs

5 Time-Tested Investment Strategies to Match Your Financial Mindset

Gary LoDuca |
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Investments
What makes one investor stick with their strategy through market swings while another panics and pulls out? Often, it comes down to mindset. Your investing mindset can shape how you make decisions, respond to volatility, and pursue financial goals.1 Without a strategy that aligns with that mindset, it’s easy to make impulsive choices or lose sight of your long-term plan. The good news? You don’t have to be a market expert to invest. By understanding...

5 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund in 2025

Gary LoDuca |
Categories
Investments
Finance
Tax Planning
Tax season might not spark joy, but a refund sure can. In 2025, the IRS estimates the average federal income tax refund will top $3,170. 1 That means a lot of folks are suddenly asking the same question: What should I do with it? Splurge? Save? Invest? The good news: there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. But there are a few options that tend to deliver more peace of mind and long-term upside. Here are five smart...

FAQ

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Is Thoughtful Advisors an Independent Firm?

Yes. We are privately owned and operated. We select our own solutions and work with our chosen professional partners.

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Is Thoughtful Advisors a Fiduciary Firm?

Yes. We are legally and professionally mandated as fiduciaries on behalf of our clients.

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What is a Fiduciary?

A fiduciary is a professional who is legally obligated to put the interests of their clients ahead of their own. A fiduciary is held to the highest legal standard to “do the right thing” for their clients. A fiduciary must disclose any potential conflicts of interest as soon as practical to their clients.