Basalt Capital Management

Mission Statement

“At Basalt Capital Management, we are steadfast as the stone we’re named after, providing a foundation of trust and reliability in all our financial endeavors. Our commitment to strength in investment acumen ensures we preserve and grow our clients’ wealth with unwavering dedication. We pledge to navigate the complexities of financial planning with transparency and expertise, empowering our clients to achieve their financial aspirations confidently.”

Overview

Welcome to Basalt Capital Management, where your financial future is sculpted with precision and care. Basalt Capital Management is based in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, and serves clients nationwide. Founded by James E. Quillen, CFP®, who has spent the last 30 years in wealth management, working with affluent clients and their families, providing discretionary asset management and comprehensive financial planning. Jim’s most recent experience included leading a regional team of investment professionals at Truist Bank as Division Investment Director, overseeing team assets under $10 billion. As an independent firm, Basalt Capital is not limited to the offerings or investment philosophy of one company but has the flexibility to consider all investment solutions, sentiment, forecasting, and modeling from some of the most respected financial institutions on Wall Street.

Our Services

Discretionary Asset Management: We offer personalized investment strategies tailored to your unique financial goals. We diligently oversee your portfolio, making strategic adjustments to optimize performance tax efficiently and align with your evolving needs.

Comprehensive Financial Planning: Your financial journey requires a holistic approach. That’s why we provide comprehensive planning services that encompass all facets of your financial life, ensuring a harmonious balance between your present requirements and future aspirations.

Fiduciary Commitment: As your trusted advisor, we operate on a fiduciary platform, upholding the highest standards of transparency and responsibility. Your best interests are the cornerstone of every decision we make.

Why Financial Planning Matters

Purposeful Direction: Financial Planning provides clarity and purpose. It helps us understand your unique goals, aspirations, and challenges. By delving into your financial landscape, we chart a course that aligns with your life’s journey.

Holistic View: We don’t view your finances in isolation. Instead, we take a panoramic view, considering your income, expenses, investments, taxes, estate planning, and risk tolerance. This holistic approach ensures that no stone is left unturned.

Customized Solutions: Your financial plan is as individual as your fingerprint. We tailor our advice to your specific circumstances, creating a roadmap reflecting your dreams, values, and priorities.

How Financial Planning Shapes Basalt Capital’s Recommendations

Strategic Allocation: Asset allocation, risk management, and investment selections all stem from your financial plan. We allocate resources strategically, aiming for growth while safeguarding against volatility.

Tax Efficiency: Tax planning is integral to financial success. By understanding your tax situation, we optimize strategies to minimize tax liabilities and enhance after-tax returns.

Lifestyle Alignment: Your financial plan informs decisions about major life events, such as buying a home, funding education, retirement, or estate planning. We ensure that your wealth aligns seamlessly with your lifestyle aspirations.

Measuring Progress and Success

Baseline Benchmarking: Your financial plan serves as our baseline. It defines where you are today and where you want to be.

Dynamic Adjustments: Life evolves, and so does your financial plan. We adapt to market shifts, personal milestones, or unexpected events – making necessary adjustments to keep you on track.

Client-Centric Metrics: Success isn’t just about the number; it’s about achieving your goals. We celebrate your milestones – whether it’s funding a child’s education, retiring comfortably, leaving a legacy, or efficiently and successfully navigating liquidity events such as a business sale or monetizing equity compensation.

Our Partnerships

Alden Investment Group: In collaboration with Alden Investment Group, we expand our capabilities, offering you a broader range of investment technology and interfaces, operational support, compliance monitoring, and many other opportunities and insights to keep our focus on serving clients.

Schwab Advisor Services: Our partnership with Schwab Advisor Services enhances our operational efficiency and client experience, providing seamless access to top-tier investment platforms, Wall Street research, and economic data. As of May 2024, Charles Schwab has custody of over $4 trillion in independent advisor assets for clients’ safekeeping.

Our Commitment

At Basalt Capital Management, we’re more than just your wealth managers; we’re your partners in building a legacy of prosperity. Financial planning isn’t an afterthought; it’s our compass, our guiding star. Trust us to sculpt your financial future with precision, strength, and unwavering dedication to the pinnacle of financial success.

Contact us today to begin your journey with Basalt Capital Management.