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Lewis Altfest is listed as one of Barron's Top 100 Independent Advisors in the Nation for the third year in a row (2007, 2008, 2009)
Karen Altfest authored the cover story of the AAII Journal's August issue, "Surviving a Loss: Smart Steps for Coping With Widowhood."
The Altfest Opinion Blog is now live. Stop by and read about Retiring Well in New York
Paul Palazzo appeared in the Wall Street Journal article "A Time for Giving: Why now is a great opportunity to pass on some of your wealth"
Lewis Altfest is one of six featured in the January issue of Money magazine, in the article "Secrets of America's Top Advisors."
How We Help You

At Altfest Personal Wealth ManagementSM, we want to help you meet your goals. We understand that each person’s lifestyle is unique and requires distinct consideration and planning. That’s why we provide services with a personal touch, whether it’s investing client money or providing advanced financial planning guidance – we listen to what you really want, and really don’t want. Clients benefit from our expertise, objectivity and genuine service, which have been a hallmark at our firm since 1983. That’s why we believe our clients make a smart choice in working with us.

Today, we offer you:

  • A staff of some 20 smart and friendly professionals and support staff dedicated to making you comfortable as we make your financial life easier.
  • The willingness to serve you in the way that best addresses your own special circumstances, sensitivities and concerns.
  • Sophisticated financial planning to help you navigate your way to a secure future and make intelligent decisions in areas such as investments, retirement, college planning, insurance or estate planning.
  • A diversified portfolio of select individual stocks, mutual funds, bonds and private investments, custom tailored to your individual needs, objectives, and concerns, and managed by a talented team led by Chief Investment Officer, Lewis J. Altfest, regarded by many as one of the best in wealth management.

Pioneers in the world of fee-only wealth management – no commissions, no products to sell; therefore no conflicts of interest -- Altfest has worked hard to earn and reward the trust of our clients. Beyond the personal fulfillment of having a respected and successful practice, are the strong and lasting relationships with our family of clients.

Barron's Top 100
Top 100 Independent Financial Advisors
— Barron's 2007, 2008, 2009
Worth Top 250
Top 250 Wealth Advisors
— Worth Magazine, 2008