About us
our missionYou are more
than a client to us
We've been serving this community since 1995. What started as an independent firm founded by one advisor has grown into a multigenerational family business, but our focus hasn't changed. We're here to help you pursue your personal and family goals through thoughtful financial guidance and planning.
How We Work
Our job is to help you realize your dreams. That requires being great listeners and recognizing that each situation is unique. What works for one family won't necessarily work for another. We don't apply cookie-cutter solutions. We build financial plans shaped around your specific circumstances, your timeline, and what matters most to you. The relationship starts with understanding where you are and where you're trying to go. From there, we develop strategies that make sense for your life, not just on paper. We stay involved, making adjustments as your circumstances change and as opportunities arise.
Why Independence Matters
We were the original independent firm in this community, and that independence allows us to put your interests first. We're not tied to proprietary products or institutional quotas. Our recommendations are based on what serves you best, not what benefits someone else's bottom line. Operating as a fiduciary means we're legally and ethically bound to act in your best interest. That's not just a tagline. It's how we've built our reputation and how we maintain the trust our clients place in us.
A Multigenerational Approach
As a family business spanning multiple generations, we understand the importance of legacy and continuity. The knowledge and experience we've built over decades gets passed down and expanded. Our clients benefit from that depth while knowing their relationship with us will continue well into the future. We're invested in this community because we live here too. Your success matters to us, and when our clients succeed, our community succeeds. That connection drives everything we do.
Who you will work withMeet your team
Jennifer Johnson
Executive Assistant
Christian Tackman
Financial Advisor
Cody Tackman
CPA
Most people see the tax code as something to survive. I see it differently. I'm a CPA, and I spend my days working through accounting, tax planning, and business consulting for individuals and companies who want to stop leaving money...
Steven Tackman, CPA
Branch Office Manager, Financial Advisor, Founder
I've spent over four decades in this business, and I still wake up excited about the work. I started as a CPA in public accounting firms for eight years before shifting into financial advising in 1990. By 1995, I founded Tackman...
Our ProcessPlanning support
for every season of life
Introduction
We meet to discuss your situation, explain our services, and determine if we're the right fit for you.
Discovery
We gather detailed information about your finances, goals, and concerns to understand what you need and where you're headed.
Implementation
We handle compliance requirements, set up accounts, and put your customized financial plan into action with clear next steps.
Ongoing Management
We stay in regular contact, monitor your progress, make adjustments as needed, and keep you informed every step forward.
Ready to Start Building Your Plan?
The first step is a conversation about where you are and where you want to go. Reach out today to schedule a meeting and see how we can help you move forward with confidence.