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Paladin Research Report For:

Hetal Saki

Saaga Wealth Planning,

CFP®MBA
Virtual
Fremont, CA 94555
408-420-2270

About Hetal Saki

As a Certified Financial Planner(R), Hetal has been the professional partner that her clients can depend on when it comes to making important financial decisions. She understands that life transitions are a significant part of every person's journey, whether it be marriage, starting a family, changing jobs, or planning for retirement. With over 15 years of experience in the financial industry, Hetal is expertly equipped to guide her clients through these changes, ensuring they make informed financial decisions with clarity and confidence. Her approach is not only professional but also personal, as she cultivates a deep understanding of her clients' unique needs and aspirations. Clients often praise her for her ability to simplify complex financial concepts, making them accessible and understandable. Whether its budgeting for education, investing for the future, or devising a comprehensive retirement plan, Hetal is dedicated to providing the highest level of service and support throughout the entire financial planning process.

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General Information

Firm Start Year
  • 2026
No. of Employees
  • 1
CRD#
  • 5403110
Firm CRD#
  • 341789
Name of Custodial Firm
  • Charles Schwab
Years of Experience in Financial Services
  • 19
Number of Years with Current Firm
  • 1
Work Experience
  • I have worked in the Financial Planning and Wealth Management industry since 2007. My work primarily consists of helping clients create and implement their comprehensive financial plan and structuring their investments in a manner that is aligned with their financial plan. I have worked with many clients in different phases of their financial journey and understand the complexities that clients may during these life transitions. I have always guided clients in making the right decisions and offered the right solutions based on what meets their best interests.
Work with the following types of clients
  • Individual Investors, Businesses
Foreign Languages Serviced
  • Hindi, Gujarati
Advisory Services Provided
  • Education Funding and Planning, Risk Management, Money Management, Wealth Management, 401K Rollovers, Portfolio Management, Financial Planning, Estate Planning & Trusts, Investment Advice & Management, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Retirement Planning

Compliance

Registered Investment Advisor
  • Yes
Acknowledged fiduciary
  • Yes
Compliance Disclosures in Last 5 years
  • I have a clean record
Criminal Disclosures in Last 5 years
  • I have a clean record

Qualifications & Membership

Certifications, Accreditations & Designations
  • CFP®, MBA
Securities Licenses
  • Series 7

Compensation and Fees

Fee Structure
  • Fee-Only
Minimum Portfolio Size for New Managed Accounts
  • $300,000
Compensation Methods
  • Based on Assets, Hourly, Flat Fee
Fee % Based on Assets
  • .9%-.5%
Additional Details on Charges
  • I offer several service model options ranging from one-time consultation to retainer. Also, I offer both comprehensive and modular planning. Finally, I offer free comprehensive financial planning to my portfolio management clients, with whom I meet quarterly. My prices are negotiable and very competitive compared to current industry standards.
Minimum Fee Charged for Managed Accounts
  • .5%
Minimum Fee Charged for Hourly Planning Accounts
  • $150

Education

MBA - Finance

University of Santa Clara
08/2005 -07/2007

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