Michael’s Approach
Michael J. Goldstein
CFP®, ChFC®, AAMS®, CDFA®
Financial Advisor / Member Owner
Overview
Financial advisor Michael “Mike” Goldstein shapes comprehensive planning strategies for families and individuals from Savant’s Lincolnshire, Illinios, office. A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, he focuses on wealth transfer, philanthropy, retirement planning, tax-efficient income strategies, insurance evaluations, debt management, and education funding.
Mike has worked in the financial services profession for 25 years. He previously owned Addison Clark Wealth Management, LLC, for 11 years after serving as a financial consultant with Charles Schwab and a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley.
Heavily involved in the financial industry and his community, Mike belongs to the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts®, the Financial Planning Association, the Buffalo Grove Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce, the Lake County Bar Association, and the Lake County Estate Planning Council. He holds the Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®) designation, the Accredited Asset Management SpecialistSM (AAMS®) designation, and the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®) credential. He earned a bachelor’s degree in social science from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton.
Mike lives in Vernon Hills, Illinois, with his wife, Michelle, and their twin daughters. He is also the father of two older daughters. He fills his time with travel, flying planes, fishing, baseball, and any chance to be outdoors.
Areas of Focus
Comprehensive Wealth Management
Integrated guidance for your full financial life, bringing together investment, tax, estate, and retirement planning to support your goals.
Financial Planning
Our planning process helps you evaluate key areas of your financial life, uncover opportunities, and make decisions aligned with your goals.
Investment Management
Evidence-based investing designed to help you stay focused on long-term goals while navigating changing market conditions.
Estate Planning & Wealth Transfer
Thoughtful estate planning guidance to help organize your affairs, support your wishes, and prepare for future generations.
Trust Services
Comprehensive trust administration supported by integrated investment, tax, estate, charitable, and business succession planning services.
Education
- Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Arts in Social Science
Professional Designations
- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional
- Chartered Financial Consultant®
- AAMS®
- Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®
Affiliations
- Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts® – member
- Financial Planning Association – member
- Buffalo Grove Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce – member
- Lake County Bar Association – member
- Lake County Estate Planning Council – member
Insights & Perspectives
Thought leadership on wealth management, tax strategy, and financial planning.
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You’ve Inherited Wealth: Now What? Video from Savant Wealth Management.
Watch the video "You've Inherited Wealth: Now What?" to learn expert strategies on wealth management. Get practical tips…
Your Guide to Taxes and Divorce
Divorce demands emotional resilience and astute financial planning. Asset division, particularly regarding the marital home, carries significant tax…
Roth Conversions: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
In the world of retirement planning, few tools stir as much strategic debate as the Roth conversion. Converting…
Tax Landmines in High-Net-Worth Divorce
In high-net-worth divorces, it’s not enough to simply divide assets equally; what truly matters is the after-tax value…
The Generational Investing Gap: Why Fewer Young People Put Their Money to Work
A generational divide is emerging as younger people invest less than their predecessors. Many prioritize immediate needs over…
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