Common questions about
our investment services

Our minimum account size is typically $500,000 for comprehensive portfolio management. However, we evaluate each potential client relationship individually and may consider smaller accounts based on specific circumstances, growth potential, and overall fit with our personalized service model. We encourage you to discuss your situation with our team during your complimentary consultation.

We operate on a transparent, asset-based fee structure typically ranging from 0.75% to 1.25% annually, depending on account size and complexity. Our fees are:

• Charged quarterly in arrears
• Based on the balance of your account
• Fully disclosed in our ADV Part 2A document
• Inclusive of investment management, ongoing monitoring, and regular consultations
• No hidden fees, commissions, or transaction charges from us

All fee details are provided during your initial consultation and clearly outlined in our Investment Advisory Agreement.

Our portfolio managers and partners are passionately committed to client success. You can expect:

• Direct access to your financial advisor
• Prompt, thoughtful responses to your questions
• Regular portfolio reviews and performance updates
• Proactive communication about market developments affecting your investments
• Quarterly statements and ongoing portfolio monitoring
• Annual comprehensive review meetings (in-person or virtual)

If you have questions, our people will get you accurate, prompt, and thoughtful answers. This personal attention and accessibility sets us apart from larger firms.

As a Registered Investment Advisor, Capital Ideas operates under a fiduciary standard where we are legally and ethically bound to:

• Always put your interests first, ahead of our own
• Provide investment advice that is in your best interest
• Act with the utmost good faith, honesty, and loyalty
• Provide full transparency about our fees and compensation

This commitment shapes every recommendation, every portfolio decision, and every conversation we have about your financial future. It's not just a legal requirement—it's the foundation of how we've operated since 1984.

We offer both growth-oriented and income-focused portfolio strategies, customized to your individual goals and risk tolerance:

• Infrastructure Plus Strategy: Our signature approach combining traditional infrastructure with modern technology and AI evolution
• Growth Portfolios: Focused on long-term capital appreciation through carefully selected equities
• Income Solutions: Emphasizing dividend-paying stocks, bonds, and other income-generating investments
• Balanced Strategies: Combining growth and income objectives based on your timeline and goals
• Family Office Management: Comprehensive wealth management for high-net-worth families

Every portfolio is custom-built for your specific situation—we don't use cookie-cutter approaches. Learn more about our investment strategies.

We work with premier institutional custodians to ensure the highest level of asset protection and service:

• Charles Schwab Institutional
• Wells Fargo Clearing Services

Yes, Capital Ideas provides sub-advisory services to other registered investment advisors, financial institutions, and qualified retirement plans. Our sub-advisory services include:

• Portfolio management for other RIAs seeking specialized strategies
• Institutional asset management for pension funds and endowments
• 401(k) and retirement plan investment management
• White-label investment solutions

Contact us to discuss sub-advisory opportunities and minimum account sizes for institutional relationships.

Capital Ideas was founded in 1984 and our investment team has over 140 years of combined experience.

Several factors distinguish Capital Ideas from other investment management firms:

• Our advisors have experience at top-tier investment banks and asset managers
• Multiple team members hold the prestigious CFA Charterholder designation
• Capital Markets Expertise: Deep understanding of public and private markets and economic cycles
• Equity & Fixed Income Research Experience: Background in professional security analysis across asset classes
• Personal Attention: Direct access to portfolio managers
• Our Commitment: Registered Investment Advisor with legal obligation to put your interests first
• 40+ Year Track Record: Four decades of continuous service through all market cycles

This combination of institutional-caliber expertise with personalized service creates a unique value proposition for our clients. We bring Wall Street experience with Main Street values.