Mason & Associates Inc.
Mason & Associates, Inc. is an independent, fee-only financial planning and investment management firm headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 2006, the firm specializes in providing personalized financial planning, investment management, and advisory services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and small businesses. Its team of professionals offers comprehensive advice, including retirement, tax, and estate planning, with a particular focus on federal employees. The firm is recognized for its transparent, client-centered approach and has been recognized in the Inc. 5000 for growth. Employee count is not explicitly listed, but multiple financial planners are referenced.
Investment Strategy
Mason & Associates' investment strategy is centered on developing sound, personalized strategies through detailed assessment of each client's objectives, risk tolerance, and time horizons. They employ a combination of strategic and tactical asset allocation and/or sector rotation, with portfolios globally diversified to manage risks associated with traditional markets. Investment solutions use an open architecture platform, leveraging both in-house and third-party managers when beneficial. Portfolios are reviewed regularly and may be adjusted to maintain alignment with client goals as outlined in a written Investment Policy Statement. The firm implements both long- and short-term purchases, margin transactions, and option strategies when appropriate, always aiming to serve clients' best interests under a fiduciary duty.
Top Holdings
Equity Positions (120)
| Ticker | Security | Weight | Market Value | Shares | Avg Cost | Price | Change (QoQ) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J JQUA | J P MORGAN EXCHANGE TRADED F | 18.81% | $81.5M | 1,356,613 | $54.87 | $60.05 | +$4.9M |
R RECS | COLUMBIA ETF TR I | 8.74% | $37.9M | 1,029,239 | $36.79 | $36.79 | +$37.9M |
D DFUS | DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST | 7.91% | $34.3M | 511,481 | $56.31 | $67.02 | -$30.4M |
V VCSH | VANGUARD SCOTTSDALE FDS | 3.45% | $14.9M | 187,991 | $78.91 | $79.50 | -$1.4M |
S SMH | VANECK ETF TRUST | 3.25% | $14.1M | 50,512 | $206.96 | $278.88 | +$3.2M |