Frequently Asked Questions

We believe active investment management is a better solution than “buy and hold” strategies, especially for those clients who are looking to better control risk within their portfolios.

We offer goal-based planning for our clients, however, we do not offer financial planning services such as budgeting, cash flow analysis, insurance products, etc. 

Our primary focus is on investment management, as we believe your financial plan is only as strong as the investment strategy behind it.

John Rothe is a Chartered Market Technician (CMT). Those who earn the CMT charter hold the highest credential within the discipline of technical analysis of capital markets.

CMT Charterholders employ advanced knowledge in analyzing and interpreting market action, which includes quantitative approaches to market research and rules-based trading system design.

Riverbend is an independent, fee-only investment advisor. Our fee is based on a percentage of assets managed by us.

Accounts under $1 Million, are charged a flat fee of 2%. Accounts over $1 Million are negotiable. There are no commissions or additional fees from us.

For comparison, the average actively mutual fund can have a total cost of over 4%:

We do not take custody or possession of your savings. Accounts are held at Charles Schwab and can be viewed by you 24/7.

Yes. We require a minimum relationship size of $250,000. This can be made up of a combination of accounts (IRA, Roth IRA, Trust, Taxable, etc)

Absolutely. We have long-standing client relationships with investors across the US. We can meet remotely via Zoom, telephone, email, and more. As long as you live in the US, you’ll be well taken care of.

You can schedule an introductory call here: Schedule a Call

This 20-minute call is a  “get to know you” call to gain a high-level summary of your goals, concerns, and unique financial situation.

If we aren’t the right fit, we will work to guide you toward resources that are better suited to your financial needs.