William Allan Wealth Management · Start a conversation
Start with a short call.
Spend thirty minutes with Ian Bearss, who handles first conversations for William Allan. He will learn about your situation and questions, explain how the team works, and help you decide on a next step.
No advice, no pitch, no obligation.
Choose Phone call for your thirty-minute introduction. Ian will call the number you provide. You will get a confirmation by email.
A starting point that fits you
Looking for ongoing advice?
Share your main question, state, and timing so Ian can prepare the right next step with the advisory team.
Still working out what you need?
Start with a short conversation with Ian. You do not need a finished plan or financial paperwork.
Just exploring for now?
Use our retirement checklist at your own pace. It is free to read, print, and share; no email required.
A note on fees and fit
There is generally no account minimum, but Asset Management Services carry a minimum annual fee. Those are different things. Advisory fees are separate from any fund expenses, transaction charges, or other investment costs. We will discuss services, costs, and fit before you decide whether to work with us.
What happens after you reach out
Tell Ian what is going on
What prompted the outreach, what feels uncertain, and what you would like resolved. Bring questions, not paperwork.
Get matched to the right person
Portfolio, tax, estate, or all three at once. Ian's job is to understand your situation well enough to put you with the advisor whose work fits it.
Agree on the next step
If the fit is right, Ian helps arrange an advisor meeting based on availability and explains how to prepare. If you are not ready, start with a useful resource. The introductory call does not include financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an account minimum?
In general, no. We do not require a minimum dollar amount to open or maintain an advisory account. We do reserve the right to close an account that falls below a size we can manage effectively, and Asset Management Services carry a minimum annual fee. Our Form CRS explains the current fee arrangement; we will discuss costs and fit before you commit.
Is the first conversation really free?
Yes. There is no charge and no obligation. If we are not the right fit, we will say so and, where we can, point you toward something better.
What should I bring?
Nothing, for the first call. It is a conversation about your situation and your questions. If you decide to meet with an advisor, the team will explain what to prepare and how to share documents securely. Please do not send statements or tax returns through our contact form.
Do I have to move my accounts to work with you?
If we manage your investments, your assets are held by an independent qualified custodian in an account in your name. Our authority is set out in your written agreements. Certain authorizations, such as standing instructions for third-party transfers, count as custody under regulatory rules. Our Form ADV explains these arrangements and safeguards. We will explain any account changes before you decide.
Do you work with clients outside California and Colorado?
Our office is in Long Beach, and we serve Colorado clients remotely by phone and video. We will confirm at the start of the conversation that we are able to serve clients in your state.
Who will I be speaking with?
Ian Bearss, who handles first conversations for William Allan. The first call is not advice; its job is to understand your situation well enough to put you with the right advisor. The advisory team is led by Jason Crawshaw, CPA, the firm's President and Chief Executive Officer.