Best Financial Planners and Advisors in Chicago

F.I.C. helps Chicago individuals, families, and businesses make informed financial decisions through personalized planning, investment strategy, retirement guidance, tax support, and business advisory services. With over 35 years of experience and a one-stop approach, our team brings clarity to complex financial situations while helping clients build practical strategies for today and the future.

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Our Financial Planning Services

Personalized financial guidance spanning retirement, investments, taxes, and business advisory needs.

Retirement Planning

F.I.C. helps individuals and business owners develop comprehensive retirement strategies involving 401(k) rollovers, annuities, IRAs, and life insurance as appropriate.

Investment Strategy

Investment strategy support helps clients organize their finances, align portfolios with long-term goals, and make more informed decisions through personalized guidance.

Financial Advisory

Advisory services bring accounting, tax, insurance, and business insight together to help individuals and companies address complex financial situations with greater clarity.

Personalized Financial Guidance

Build a Clearer Financial Future

Financial planning should connect your daily decisions with your long-term goals. F.I.C. combines investment strategy, retirement planning, tax knowledge, insurance insight, and business advisory support in one coordinated relationship. From Chicago, our multidisciplinary team helps clients understand complex choices, prepare for potential setbacks, and pursue practical strategies tailored to their personal or professional circumstances.

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The F.I.C. Difference

Why Choose F.I.C.?

F.I.C. brings coordinated expertise and personalized guidance to Chicago financial planning relationships.

35+ Years

Over 35 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and businesses with financial challenges.

One-Stop Support

Accounting, tax, insurance, retirement planning, and advisory services are coordinated under one roof.

Personalized Plans

Chicago clients receive customized strategies rather than one-size-fits-all financial recommendations.

Global Perspective

International and inter-state accounting experience supports clients with connected financial circumstances.

Meet The Chicago Team

Experienced professionals help clients navigate complex financial decisions with clarity.

Portrait of Al Beheary, CEO of Financial Innovations Consulting

Al Beheary

CEO

Al Beheary serves as CEO of Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), bringing entrepreneurial vision and deep expertise in international and inter-state government accounting to the firm. With a strong background in investment strategy, Al works closely with individuals and companies to organize their finances, align their investment portfolios, and achieve their long-term financial and retirement goals. His leadership has guided F.I.C. through over 35 years of growth, expanding the firm from its Chicago roots to a multi-office organization with an international presence in Ireland and Egypt. Al's commitment to empowering clients with knowledge and personalized financial solutions remains at the core of everything F.I.C. does.

Portrait of Siobhan Kieran, COO of Financial Innovations Consulting

Siobhan Kieran

COO

Siobhan Kieran serves as Chief Operating Officer of Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), bringing extensive experience working with both individuals and large multinational corporations. As a seasoned risk manager, Siobhan specializes in identifying potential financial setbacks and equipping clients with the foresight and long-term safeguards needed for personal and professional success. Her expertise spans strategic planning, operational oversight, and risk mitigation, making her an invaluable resource for clients navigating complex financial landscapes. Siobhan's client-centric approach and commitment to delivering proactive, comprehensive financial strategies reflect F.I.C.'s core values of transparency, integrity, and excellence.

Portrait of Mary Kay, Administration and New Business Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting

Mary Kay

Administration/New Business Specialist

Mary Kay serves as Administration and New Business Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), playing a key role in welcoming new clients and ensuring seamless onboarding experiences. With a detail-oriented and client-focused approach, Mary Kay helps individuals, families, and business owners navigate the first steps of their financial journey with F.I.C. Her organizational expertise and dedication to exceptional service contribute to the firm's reputation for personalized, responsive client care. As part of F.I.C.'s experienced administrative team, Mary Kay helps uphold the firm's commitment to clarity, transparency, and making every client feel supported from day one.

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Thomas Sandhof

Administration/Retention Specialist

Thomas Sandhof serves as Administration and Retention Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), focusing on nurturing long-term client relationships and ensuring ongoing satisfaction with the firm's services. Thomas plays a vital role in maintaining the trust and loyalty of F.I.C.'s diverse client base, which spans individual taxpayers, small business owners, and large corporations. His dedication to client retention reflects F.I.C.'s core belief that lasting financial partnerships are built on consistent communication, reliability, and personalized attention. Thomas works to ensure that every client continues to receive the high-quality financial guidance and support they expect from F.I.C.

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Aine Breen

Administrative Assistant

Aine Breen serves as Administrative Assistant at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), providing essential support that keeps the firm's daily operations running smoothly and efficiently. Her organizational skills and commitment to excellent service ensure that clients, colleagues, and partners receive timely, professional assistance across all of F.I.C.'s service areas. Aine's contributions help maintain the high standards of accuracy and responsiveness that F.I.C. is known for across its Chicago headquarters and beyond. Her dedication to supporting both the team and the clients she interacts with reflects the firm's client-centric values and commitment to operational excellence.

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Matt McDowell

Marketing

Matt McDowell serves as Marketing Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), responsible for communicating the firm's comprehensive range of financial services to clients across Chicago, the United States, and internationally. Matt plays a key role in building F.I.C.'s brand presence and helping individuals, families, and business owners understand how the firm's expertise can address their unique financial needs. His work supports F.I.C.'s mission to be a trusted, accessible financial partner for a diverse clientele. Through targeted marketing strategies, Matt helps connect those facing complex financial challenges with the expert guidance F.I.C. has provided for over 35 years.

Portrait of Sara Peterson, Insurance Assistant at Financial Innovations Consulting

Sara Peterson

Insurance Assistant

Sara Peterson serves as Insurance Assistant at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), supporting the firm's comprehensive insurance services for individuals, families, and businesses. Sara assists clients in navigating insurance options, policy details, and coverage solutions, ensuring they have the protection and clarity they need to make confident decisions. Her role is integral to F.I.C.'s one-stop financial services model, which combines accounting, tax, retirement planning, and insurance under one roof. Sara's attentive, client-focused approach helps ensure that every insurance client receives accurate information and responsive support, reflecting F.I.C.'s commitment to excellence and transparency.

Portrait of Cara Kennedy, Irish Logistics Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting

Cara Kennedy

Irish Logistics

Cara Kennedy serves as Irish Logistics Specialist at Financial Innovations Consulting (F.I.C.), managing the firm's operational coordination from its international office in Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland. Cara plays a critical role in supporting F.I.C.'s international service delivery, helping bridge the firm's Chicago-based operations with its European clientele and partners. Her expertise in cross-border logistics ensures that clients in Ireland and beyond receive the same high standard of financial service that F.I.C. is known for across the United States. Cara's work reflects F.I.C.'s commitment to providing seamless, globally connected financial solutions for an increasingly international client base.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a normal fee for a financial planner?

Financial planner fees vary based on the scope of advice, the complexity of your finances, and how the advisor is compensated. Some engagements may involve a planning fee, an advisory fee, or another arrangement. F.I.C. can review your goals and circumstances before explaining the recommended scope of work and applicable costs, so you can evaluate the relationship with clear expectations.

What does a financial planner or advisor do?

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Still Have Financial Planning Questions?

Talk with F.I.C. about your goals, concerns, and next steps.

Start A Clearer Financial Conversation

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Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (773) 202-9393. You can also send us a quick email at TAX@FICMN.COM.