Money is not the goal.

Life Planning & Wealth Advisory for founders, athletes and high-performers who want their financial life to reflect what matters most.

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A partnership rooted in
trust, kindness, and clarity.

Your money should reflect your life…

not the other way around.

You’ve worked hard to build something meaningful. You’re earning a strong income or have found success in your business… But with that success comes complexity, questions, and a sense that it’s time to be more intentional.


We’re here to help you clarify what matters most:

✔ Clarify your priorities
✔ Envision a meaningful life
✔ Align money with values
✔ Organize your finances
✔ Create a personalized plan
✔ Invest with clarity and confidence

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Your Path to a Life Well-Spent

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Explore

Uncover what matters most so your financial life has a clear direction.

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Design

Together, we design a financial life plan that aligns your money with your vision for life.

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Live Well

Put the plan into motion with ongoing partnership, clarity, and confidence.

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“Financial Life Planning starts with who you are, not what you have.”

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Hi. I’m Bryan!

Financial Planner + Lover of Life

“Financial Life Planning starts with who you are, not what you have.”

I believe money is the means, not the end, and that good financial planning starts when you get clear about what matters most.

✔ You’re running a busy life and business, and want a steady partner to keep you focused financially.

✔ You’re facing big money questions and want a clear, actionable path forward.

✔ Your financial foundation is strong, but you’re unsure what’s missing or how to prioritize and optimize.

We Might Be A Good Fit If:

✔ You want to feel more aligned with your partner on how to use your money to build your shared life.

✔ You’re seeking a thoughtful advisor with a network of trusted pros—CPAs, attorneys, agents, therapists, and more.

Most Clients I Work With Are:

Business owners, pro athletes or high-earners in their 30s to 50s
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Earning strong income but unsure how to optimize it
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Seeking more clarity spending, investing & tax strategies
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Feeling the tension between building wealth and living well — in alignment with their values
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Focused on good health, joy, purpose and family
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Wanting a long-term partner to help navigate financial strategy and life’s bigger questions
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What are you waiting for?

This is your one life. You deserve to have a clear path to live it on your terms.

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Highly Rated Advisor: Voice of the Client Award (2026)

Wealthtender awarded Bryan Gum, CFP®, RLP® with its 2026 Voice of the Client Highly Rated Advisor Award on 07-06-26. Rating criteria based on eligible client reviews published on Wealthtender between 07-01-25 and 06-30-26. Although Lighthouse Planning compensates Wealthtender for marketing services (including eligibility to be considered for this award), Wealthtender’s award criteria is objective and not influenced by compensation. This award is not a guarantee of future performance or success and client reviews may not be representative of the experience of all past or future clients.  View additional award details and FAQs (wt.reviews/awards)