A well planned strategy is a financial game changer. Learn how we can help you live a tax free retirement.
Our Philosophy
As a firm, our focus is to understand your goals and develop a plan to reach them. We will meet with you to present an analysis and discuss recommendations. Together, we implement your customized strategy and monitor your financial progress. From there, we will meet with you to assess the progress toward your goals and, when necessary, adjust your financial plan. Because there are many factors that may change in your situation or the environment, it’s of the utmost importance to us to be proactive and knowledgeable in the financial industry. We recognize that everyone's economic and life situation is unique. Using our process allows us to design a custom financial plan to fit you and your goals. We offer financial services in all areas of a well-built holistic plan, whether it be retirement planning, tax planning and preparation, estate planning, insurance, or long & short-term investments. We look to match you with the right financial products and services to achieve your goals and financial independence.
Meet James Stephenson- CEO, Tax and Wealth Advisor
Originally from Deridder, Louisiana, James grew up with a joy for sports and the outdoors. He graduated from McNeese State University with a degree in accounting before working overseas in Afghanistan. After 3 years, James decided to come home to the bayou state. He worked for a local financial firm for many years as a tax and wealth advisor. He honed his skills in tax preparation and tax planning strategies before completing his necessary exams to become a certified financial planner. He has a series 65 licenses and regularly attends educational programs to stay well versed in all areas of his career. In his free time James enjoys staying active with Brazilian Jujitsu and traveling the globe.
Stephenson Investment Group was built on providing investment management and strategic wealth planning to Lake Charles and the surrounding areas. Founder and CEO James Stephenson started Stephenson Investment Group because he wanted to offer unmatched customer service to his clients. As a financial advisor he saw firsthand how clients were lost in this confusing industry. He is passionate about helping clients and giving them the knowledge and confidence to make smart financial decisions. Now with his own firm he has the ability to help clients with all of their investment needs and is in the position to make positive effective change in people's future with no hidden agenda.
Simply put, Stephenson Investment Group strives to be a client’s trusted advisor. As an investment firm, our focus is to provide financial goal planning, extensive research on the products we recommend and unbiased opinions that are designed to attain long-term investment results. We achieve this with the highest levels of trust, integrity, and respect. We are dedicated to professionally supporting, educating, and providing informed direction to each client that comes through our door.
With our expert financial planning comes a decade-long tax practice that allows us to offer an unbeatable service to our clients. This sets us apart from many other firms that cannot offer up to date tax advice as an in-house service. We have the educational background and are committed to staying up-to-date with implications of tax, estate and social security laws in order to provide you with the best financial advice for your situation.
Retirement Planning
Investments
IRAs and Annuities
College Savings
Tax Preparation
Tax Planning
Roth Conversions
RMDs
Inherited IRAs
Medicare
Life Insurance
Estate Planning
Helping You Live a Tax-Free Retirement
A tax free future is possible. Contact us to learn more.
jstephenson@chfs.com
(337) 304-7761
1407 W. Prien Lake Rd.
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Our investment plans are designed to help minimize taxes on retirement income and even eliminate tax burdens all together.