Meet Your Advisors
James “Jim” Bales
Registered Principal, Founder
James Bales has been helping clients navigate their financial lives since 1994, bringing over 30 years of experience to every planning conversation.
As a Registered Financial Consultant (RFC) and Life Underwriters Training Council Fellow (LUTCF), Jim has built a practice rooted in comprehensive, client-first financial planning.
Jim is a longtime member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), a distinction earned by fewer than 1% of financial professionals worldwide, and has qualified every year since becoming an independent advisor in 2001, including recognition at the Court of the Table and Top of the Table levels. MDRT membership reflects a commitment to technical excellence, ethical standards, and outstanding client service.
Jim is married to Diane Stout Bales and has two children: Jacob, who’s an investment advisor at James Bales Financial, and Caroline.
Jacob Bales, CFP®
Investment Advisor Representative
Jacob Bales joined the practice in 2013 and has grown into an integral part of the team, working alongside his father Jim in financial planning, research, and client advising.
He holds the Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) designation, one of the most respected credentials in the industry, along with his Series 7 and Series 66 licenses. He serves as the office's Social Security specialist, helping clients navigate one of the most consequential decisions in their retirement planning.
Jacob is a graduate of the University of Virginia and lives locally with his wife, Lauren, and and their three children, Nathaniel, Owen, and Eloise.
Professional Support at Every Stage
Meet the experienced team dedicated to ensuring your financial plan is carried out with consistency, coordination, and care.
Our Mission
To guide you toward confident financial decisions so you can stop stressing about the details and start living the life you’ve been building towards.
