Bud Lavery, CFP®, RICP®

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Capstone Wealth Partners Bud Lavery, CFP®, RICP®
Dublin, OH

Serving Clients Nationwide

Your goals. Your values. Our guidance. | Fee-Only Financial Advisor

Areas of Focus

  • Education Funding
  • Financial Life Planning
  • Investment Management
  • Business Owners
  • Retirement Planning
  • Taxes

About Bud Lavery, CFP®, RICP®

Hi, I'm Bud Lavery. When I work with clients, I bring a lifetime of experience and a holistic view of well-being to my role as a financial planner. I developed my leadership and entrepreneurial skills as the CEO of two education technology startups and as the executive director of two nonprofits focused on educational success and wellness promotion.

My background in mindfulness and social work shapes how I build relationships, listen deeply, and connect with clients. My training in both the biological and behavioral sciences also influences my analytical approach and focus on research and practical outcomes.

Professional Background

I am a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and a Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP®). I earned my B.S. from Duke University and my M.S.W. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Before transitioning into financial planning, I served as CEO of two tech startups and two nonprofits. I am a member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA).

Fun Facts

▪️ I was born in Hawaii.

▪️ I am a trained mindfulness instructor and have practiced meditation for over 40 years.

▪️ Bill and Melinda Gates once visited an alternative high school that I co-created with a local school system.

▪️ I have two children who graduated from college without debt.

▪️ I recently moved to Colorado, where I enjoy hiking, cross-country skiing, and gardening.

Professional Designations

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ®
  • Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP)

Affiliations

  • Financial Planning Association

Primary Location

6037 Frantz Road Suite 104, Dublin, Ohio 43017

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Meeting Options

  • Video Conference
  • In-Person
  • Phone

Compensation Methods

  • Fee Only
  • Flat Fee
  • Subscription

What to expect in the first meeting

Click the 'Book Intro Call' button above to schedule a Get Acquainted Meeting. This is a complimentary Zoom meeting or phone call to discuss your planning needs and give us both a chance to make sure your situation matches our expertise. We look forward to speaking with you.

Offers Investment Management

Yes

About Capstone Wealth Partners

At Capstone Wealth Partners, we’re not your typical financial advisors. We’re committed to The Capstone Way – putting your needs first through transparent, goals-oriented planning and sustained support. Let us help you achieve financial clarity and confidence, no matter what stage of life you’re in.

What Sets Us Apart

✔️ We are a fee-only firm, not trying to sell you insurance products or invest all your assets with us.

✔️ We start with a comprehensive goals-based plan to organize your priorities, then build a customized financial strategy.

✔️ We are a trusted partner, providing ongoing guidance, education, and a listening ear – here to help you work through life’s wins and challenges, and adjust your plan accordingly in each new season.

Design. Build. Protect.

The three simple words at the heart of everything we do.

Design: Explore, understand, and clarify your life and financial goals.

Build: Put all the wheels of your holistic financial plan in motion through extensive research and planning strategies.

Protect: Stay on track through continual analysis, advice, and education.

Who We Serve

✔️ College-bound Families
✔️ Pre-Retirees
✔️ Business Owners
✔️ Individuals

Education

Duke University, Bachelor of Science - BS, Biology | The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)

Hobbies and Interests

  • Family
  • Gardening
  • Hiking
  • Skiing

Who We Serve

  • Baby Boomers
  • Business Owners
  • Corporate Executives
  • Dual Income Family
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Families
  • Gen X
  • Gen Y / Millennials
  • Individuals
  • Intergenerational Families
  • Living in Retirement
  • Parents
  • Young Families

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FAQs

What fees does Capstone Financial Planning charge?
At Capstone, we believe in transparent, trusted financial advice for one low monthly fee. We are a fee-only firm, not trying to sell you insurance products or invest all your assets with us. You pay a simple flat monthly membership fee based on your unique needs. Check out our pricing calculator for the fee you can expect to pay based only on the services you need. View Pricing Calculator

FAQ Disclosures

CWP is an independent Fee-Only Registered Investment Adviser (RIA).