Global Financial Advisory was founded in 2001 and is a estate, retirement and financial planning firm devoted to providing clients with guidance during the various financial stages of clients’ financial life cycles. From accumulation, maintenance and preservation to distribution of wealth to the next generation, our mission is to help provide the client with sound advice to navigate the often treacherous financial road everyone must travel.
Our knowledge and experience in helping individuals with wealth accumulation, risk reduction, risk minimization, tax strategies, estate planning, long-term care planning, life insurance, and 401(k) rollover strategies provides our clients with the guidance necessary to help them realize all of their retirement and other financial goals.
As an independent financial advisory firm, we take our role very seriously. One size does not fit all, and we seek to fully understand your individual needs and goals and then custom tailor a plan to help meet them. Retirement is a journey, and we partner with our valued clients both throughout their financial future and that of their loved ones. With a focus on capital preservation, we utilize insurance and investment tools in the industry to help achieve your financial goals. Combining income planning, wealth management and estate planning strategies, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality advice and wealth management solutions to help simplify and enhance the quality of your life.
Michael H. Ryan, J.D. | Managing Director, Financial Advisor
Mr. Ryan is an attorney and the managing principal and founder of Global Financial Advisory, an estate, retirement and financial planning firm. Mr. Ryan has over 25 years of experience in the financial industry and has been practicing law for over 20 years; accordingly, he and his team have extensive knowledge and experience to help provide guidance during the various stages of the client's financial life cycle. Areas of experience include risk reduction, risk minimization, tax strategies, estate planning, long-term care planning, life insurance and 401(k) rollover strategies.
"Part of success is preparation on purpose."
From accumulation (and preservation) to distribution of wealth to the next generation, Mr Ryan’s mission is to help provide his clients with sound advice to navigate the treacherous financial road everyone must travel. With preparation comes the opportunity to achieve one's goals and dreams. No matter which phase of the financial cycle you find yourself, Mr. Ryan and his team of professionals can help you stay focused on your pre- and post-retirement goals and prepare you in a manner that enables you to reach those goals.
Mr. Ryan has a degree (BBA) in Finance from Texas A&M University (where he was a part of the business school honors program) as well as a Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Houston Law School. Following graduation from college, prior to going to law school, Mr. Ryan utilized his finance degree working as a banker.
Mr. Ryan has lived in DFW for more than 42 years. He grew up in the Arlington/Mansfield area, and for the past 19+ years has lived in the Colleyville/Grapeville area with his wife of 19 years, Deborah, and their four children: Sarah (18), Jake (16), Grace (12), and Cade (12). Mr. Ryan is very active in his community, as he volunteers at his church and coaches all of his children year-around in a variety of sports and activities.
Martin Scott Rasmussen, CFP™ | Co-director, Financial Advisor
Mr. Rasmussen is a dedicated partner and co-director of financial planning services at Global Financial Advisory. With over 39 years of experience in financial services, he stands ready to address all areas of concern regarding problem solving for our clients. He is committed to sound, clear, strategies and practical core values in an effort to help provide valued clientele with sound financial strategies for retirement.
As a financial advisory firm, we take our role very seriously. One size does not fit all, and we seek to fully understand your individual needs and goals and then custom tailor a plan to help meet them. Retirement is a journey, and we partner with our valued clients both throughout their financial future and that of their loved ones. With a unique focus on capital preservation, we utilize tools to help achieve your financial goals.
Combining income planning, wealth management and estate planning strategies, we are dedicated to providing quality advice and wealth management solutions to help simplify and enhance the quality of your life.
Mr. Rasmussen has a degree (BBA) in Business Management from The University of North Texas. He started his career in financial services in 1977. He has passed the Series 66 securities exam and has achieved the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation.
When not helping clients increase their confidence about their financial futures, Mr. Rasmussen enjoys gathering regularly with family and friends. Biking, Skiing, Golf and Outdoor Cooking are just a few of his favorite activities.
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