Stephen’s Approach
Stephen C. Lorence
CFP®
Financial Advisor / Member Owner
Overview
Stephen “Steve” Lorence is a financial advisor based in Savant’s Rockford, Illinois, headquarters, where he focuses on comprehensive financial planning for individuals and families. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, he works closely with clients on wealth transfer and philanthropy, proactive income and estate tax planning, retirement cash flow projections, retirement income optimization, insurance needs analyses, debt management, and education funding strategies.
Involved in the financial services industry since 2013, Steve joined Savant after working at a nationwide financial advisory firm, where he served as a relationship manager and guided clients through the financial planning process. His background supports a thoughtful, organized approach that helps clients align their financial decisions with long-term goals.
He earned a bachelor’s degree in finance with a focus on financial services and management from Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas.
Beyond his client work, Steve remains active in the Rockford community. He serves on the board of trustees at the Burpee Museum of Natural History, supporting its mission to educate and engage the public through science and history. A longtime sports and fitness enthusiast, Steve enjoys staying active at the gym and spending time outdoors. He also enjoys spending time with his wife and two young boys.
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
- Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science in Finance with a focus on Financial Services and Management
Professional Designations
- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional
Affiliations
- Burpee Museum of Natural History – board of trustees member
Insights & Perspectives
Thought leadership on wealth management, tax strategy, and financial planning.
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CFP®
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.