Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Financial Partner in Kalamazoo, MI
Gasaway Investment Advisors has been providing personalized financial guidance since 1990, serving clients in Kalamazoo, MI and nationwide. Our team of certified professionals, including CFPs and CLUs, adheres to a fiduciary standard, prioritizing client interests above all else. We specialize in retirement income planning, estate planning, and risk management for individuals, alongside tailored investment advisory services for businesses. Our commitment to education empowers clients to make informed decisions, while our community involvement reflects our dedication to broader societal impact.With decades of collective experience, we deliver comprehensive wealth management solutions designed to meet both immediate needs and long-term goals. Our proprietary tools and collaborative approach ensure clients receive actionable strategies aligned with their unique financial aspirations. By maintaining transparency and ethical practices, weve built a reputation as a trusted partner in financial planning.
Services
Retirement Income Planning
Financial Planning
Insurance Planning
Legacy and Estate Planning
Risk Management
Business Investment Advisory
Participant Experience Services
Third-Party Administration
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Weve provided fiduciary financial guidance since 1990 with certified professionals
- Our team holds advanced designations including CFP, CLU, and ChFC
- We operate under a strict fiduciary standard legally required to act in client's best interest
- Offer comprehensive services from retirement planning to small business investment advisory
- Active community engagement demonstrates our commitment to client values
Associations and certifications
- Registered Investment Advisors
What people say
Expert financial guidance
Personalized retirement strategies
Professional certified team
Comprehensive estate planning
Services
Retirement Income Planning
Create sustainable retirement income streams tailored to individual needs. Our advisors develop comprehensive plans considering Social Security optimization, tax strategies, and distribution planning. With decades of experience, we help clients transition from asset accumulation to secure income generation while managing market volatility.
Estate Planning
Design comprehensive estate plans to preserve wealth across generations. We coordinate with legal professionals to establish trusts, wills, and beneficiary designations. Our approach minimizes tax liabilities while ensuring your legacy aligns with personal values and family needs through regular plan reviews.
Business Investment Advisory
Provide fiduciary investment management for retirement plans under ERISA Section 3(38). We reduce employer liability while optimizing investment options for employees. Services include plan design, fiduciary education, and participant investment guidance to help businesses attract and retain talent through robust retirement benefits.
Risk Management
Implement strategic asset allocation and diversification strategies tailored to risk tolerance. Our investment committee conducts rigorous fund analysis to build resilient portfolios. We employ modern portfolio theory principles while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions and client life circumstances.
Financial Planning
Develop holistic financial plans addressing short and long-term goals. We integrate cash flow analysis, education funding, and insurance review to create comprehensive strategies. Our certified advisors use advanced planning tools to model various scenarios, helping clients make confident decisions about their financial future.
People
Jim Gasaway
President
With CFP, CLU, and ChFC designations, Jim leads our advisory team with 30+ years of experience. He specializes in complex estate planning and has guided hundreds of clients through retirement transitions while maintaining fiduciary excellence.
Caitlin Borton
Chief Operating Officer
As RICP designee, Caitlin oversees daily operations and client experience. She ensures seamless service delivery across all wealth management areas, combining operational efficiency with personalized client care for optimal outcomes.
Chase Imberger
Financial Advisor
CFP professional Chase specializes in retirement plan design for small businesses. His expertise in 3(38) fiduciary services helps employers reduce liability while improving employee retirement outcomes through customized investment strategies.
Ethan Thies
Investment Analyst
ChFC-designated analyst Ethan conducts in-depth market research and portfolio analysis. He supports advisors with data-driven investment recommendations while monitoring economic trends to enhance client portfolio performance.
Sara Holbrook
Paraplanner
FPQP certificant Sara develops detailed financial planning scenarios and maintains compliance documentation. She works closely with advisors to implement client strategies efficiently, ensuring accurate execution of wealth management plans.
Questions
What makes you different from other financial advisors?
We're Registered Investment Advisors held to a fiduciary standard, legally required to act in your best interest. Our certified team provides transparent, conflict-free advice with no product commissions.
Do you work with out-of-state clients?
Yes, we serve clients nationwide through virtual meetings and digital planning tools while maintaining the same personalized service quality regardless of location.
How are your fees structured?
We use a transparent fee-only model based on assets under management. This aligns our success with client outcomes, as we only grow when client portfolios grow.
What retirement plan services do you offer businesses?
We provide 3(38) fiduciary services, plan design, and participant education for small businesses, helping employers reduce liability while improving employee retirement benefits.
How often do you review investment portfolios?
We conduct quarterly reviews and annual comprehensive plan assessments, with additional check-ins available for significant market changes or personal life events.
Can you help with Social Security optimization?
Yes, our retirement specialists analyze claiming strategies to maximize Social Security benefits as part of your overall income plan, considering tax implications and spousal benefits.
