Firm Info
Firm Size
Services Offered
- Financial Planning
- Portfolio Management for Individuals & Small Businesses
- Portfolio Management for Businesses or Institutional Clients
- Pension Consulting Services
- Publication of Periodicals or Newsletters
Types of Clients
- Individuals (Not High Net Worth)
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Individuals High Net Worth
*>=750k in Investable Assets or >=1.5m of Estimated Total Net Worth
- Pension & Profit Sharing Plans
- Charitable Organizations
- Other Investment Advisors
Available Fee Structures
- Percentage of Assets Under Management (AUM)
- Hourly
- Fixed Fees (Other than subscription)
Nelson Capital Management, LLC Overview
NELSON CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC is a fee-only registered investment advisory firm that has been in business since 2004. The company is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA, and offers investment advice to individuals and small businesses, as well as businesses or institutional clients. Their portfolio management services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each client, and they offer financial planning services to help clients achieve their financial goals. In addition, NELSON CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC also provides pension consulting services to help organizations manage their employee benefit plans. The firm has a team of experienced professionals who leverage their expertise to develop personalized investment strategies that match each client's unique financial situation. Their investment philosophy is rooted in rigorous research and analysis, and they use sophisticated tools and techniques to design portfolios that help clients achieve their desired outcomes. The firm's commitment to client satisfaction is unparalleled, and they pride themselves on their excellent customer service. NELSON CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC is also a publisher of periodicals and newsletters, providing insightful market commentary and analysis to their clients. This allows clients to stay informed about changes in the market and benefits them with an understanding of how market conditions may affect their portfolios. The firm's dedication to providing comprehensive services and financial education to their clients has earned them a reputation as a leader in the investment industry.
NELSON CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC is a comprehensive financial services firm that caters to a diverse clientele. The company provides personalized wealth management solutions to individuals, high net worth individuals, pension or profit sharing plans, charitable organizations, and other investment advisors. NELSON CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC understands that every client has unique needs and aspirations, which is why they offer tailor-made solutions to help them achieve their financial goals. NELSON CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC boasts a flexible fee structure that allows clients to choose the arrangement that best meets their needs. The firm charges a percentage of assets under management (AUM) for portfolio management services, which provides an incentive for the advisors to grow and protect the client's assets. Additionally, clients can opt for hourly billing for specific services such as financial planning, estate planning, or tax planning. Fixed fees are also available for certain services, making it easier for clients to budget and forecast their expenses. Whatever the fee arrangement, NELSON CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC aims to provide transparent and competitive pricing to ensure value for money.
Typical Clients, Fee Structures & Investment Minimum
The investment minimum for NELSON CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC is generally $1,000,000 for their Comprehensive Portfolio Management service, as stated in their Part 2 Brochure. They do have the discretion to waive the account minimum, and accounts of less than $1,000,000 may be set up if the client plans to add additional funds to bring the total to $1,000,000 within a reasonable time. However, there are exceptions for employees of the advisor and their relatives or relatives of existing clients.
How This Office Can Help Menlo Park, CA Residents
At Nelson Capital Management, our goal is to help clients in Menlo Park, CA achieve their financial goals by providing expert guidance and personalized solutions. Menlo Park is home to many successful individuals and families, with tech industry executives and entrepreneurs being particularly prevalent. As such, our team is experienced in assisting clients with complex financial situations, including managing stock options, equity compensation, and tax planning strategies. In addition, due to the high cost of living in Menlo Park and the surrounding area, retirement planning and wealth management are common concerns for our clients. Our team works closely with clients to develop retirement savings plans, build diversified portfolios, and protect their assets against market volatility. We also offer comprehensive financial planning services to help clients navigate major life events such as buying a home, starting a business, or sending children to college. At Nelson Capital Management, we strive to provide our clients with the tools and expertise they need to achieve financial security and success.
Services Offered by Nelson Capital Management, LLC
Core Advisor Services
Financial Planning
Financial planning services encompass the process of devising strategies for your future financial well-being, including preparing for events such as retirement, funding your child's college education, or planning for the transfer of assets.
Portfolio Management for Individuals & Small Businesses
Portfolio management entails the careful selection and strategic management of investment combinations tailored to meet the needs of individuals and small businesses.
Market Timing Services
Market timing services involve the endeavor to generate short-term profits from investments by capitalizing on opportunities to buy at low prices and sell at high prices.
Other Services
Selection of Other Advisors
The firm provides support in selecting and engaging other advisors who possess specialized expertise to complement your financial needs.
Publication of Periodicals or Newsletters
The firm engages in the dissemination of diverse financial educational materials through the publication of periodicals.
Educational Seminars & Workshops
The firm organizes and conducts seminars or workshops aimed at enlightening investors on various financial concepts.
Fee Structures
Financial advisory fees usually are based on the services provided. Fee types charged by Nelson Capital Management, LLC most likely consist of the following fee types: asset-based, hourly or fixed. Wrap fee programs, or the practice of bundling services for a single fee, are not offered by the firm.
Available
Percentage of Assets Under Management (AUM)
This fee structure charges a percentage of the assets under management by the firm. Fee structures are often tiered based on the amount of assets managed, with higher AUM often charged a lower rate.
Between 0.50% and 2.00% of assets under management (annually), often lower for a robo advisor. Fees are typically charged quarterly by the firm and will show on your investment statement. View typical advisor costs here.
~96% of registered firms offer this fee structure.
If you have $1 million managed by a firm at a 1% management fee, you would be charged $10,000/year to manage your assets (or $2,500 per quarter). This would be automatically deducted from your investment portfolio.
Hourly
Similar to an attorney, a financial consultant might charge fees based on hourly rates. This fee structure can be advantageous when seeking specific or ad hoc advice.
Charges generally span from $150 to $400 per hour, depending on the extent of the services required.
~33% of registered firms offer this fee structure.
If you needed hourly consulting to sell a business or transfer your estate to your children but did not want your assets managed by a firm, you could consult a firm at an hourly rate to answer any questions you may have.
Fixed Fees (Other than subscription)
Fixed fees are a one-time, lump-sum payment rendered for a specific service, such as creating a financial plan without ongoing management or implementation. This option is beneficial if you solely require guidance for a particular objective rather than a long-term consultancy or asset management.
Fixed fees for creating a financial plan often range from $1,000 to $3,000.
~49% of registered firms offer this fee structure.
If you did not want a firm to manage your assets but needed to create a retirement plan, life transition plan such as divorce or loss of a spouse, estate transition plan, business financial plan, or any other financial planning, you could consult with an RIA firm to help you with the creation of that plan.
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Subscription (Newsletter or Periodical)
Commissions
Occasionally, advisors are compensated through commissions by selling certain financial products, such as mutual funds or life insurance policies, or as a broker-dealer by facilitating the buying and selling of securities. Advisors who receive commissions may be incentivized to make specific suggestions to clients in order to secure a commission. Advisors who operate on a fee-only basis do not earn commissions, whereas fee-based advisors may do so.
Often 3% - 6% of the value of the security.
Only ~3% of registered firms say they offer this fee structure, but other advisors may receive “soft dollars”. Many mutual funds charge 12b-1 fees to cover the promoting and selling of the fund’s shares. While your advisor does not charge these fees, they may receive a kickback for recommending the investment.
An advisor selling their client on a life insurance policy and receiving a commission on the sale of that policy, or recommending a specific investment and receiving a kickback for that recommendation.
Performance-based Fees
Advisors typically obtain performance-based fees if a portfolio surpasses a predefined benchmark. This fee is determined through various methods, but is most commonly assessed as a percentage of investment gains. Performance-based fees may incentivize advisors to undertake riskier decisions in pursuit of generating higher returns.
“Two and Twenty” is common among hedge funds with a 2% management fee and a 20% incentive fee above the “hurdle rate,” or performance threshold the fund is compared against.
32% of registered firms offer this fee structure.
A hedge fund earns a 15% return with a 20% performance fee in above the performance of the S&P 500, which grew 7% that same year.
20% of fund growth in excess of S&P 500’s 7% growth for that year = 15% hedge fund growth - 7% S&P 500 growth = 8% difference x 20% = 2% performance fee (in addition to the management fee).
Other
Firms occasionally offer unconventional fee structures when charging clients. For more detailed information about a firm’s specific fee structures, please refer to their Form ADV and Part 2 Brochure.
Types of Clients
*The Securities & Exchange Commission defines someone as “high net worth” if they have $750,000 or more in investable assets or $1.5M of estimated total net worth.
This Office Location
Other Office Locations
This firm has no other locations.
State Registrations
Nelson Capital Management, LLC is registered to service clients in the following states:
- California
- Colorado
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New York
- Washington
Disciplinary History
Nelson Capital Management, LLC does not have any disclosures. Please visit it's Form ADV for more details.