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KG Financial
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kgfinancial.us
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1950
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KG Financial is a private financial advisory firm headquartered in the Washington, DC area that provides financial planning, insurance, and wealth management services to individuals, families, and business owners in the Mid-Atlantic region, primarily the DC/Maryland corridor. The firm centers its offering on the WealthShield Framework, a proprietary integrated planning methodology that combines strategic tax planning, entity and asset structuring, insurance-based risk management, retirement and income planning, and legacy and estate coordination into a single coordinated plan. Under WealthShield, service modules include Strategic Tax Planning, Executive Benefit Strategies, Business and Entity Structuring (LLCs, S Corps, Trusts), Wealth Accumulation and Distribution, Retirement and Liquidity Planning (Defined Benefit plans, IRA/401(k)/TSP rollovers, Roth conversions), Risk Management (Term, Whole, Indexed Universal Life insurance, disability and long-term care, key-person and business continuity), and Legacy and Estate Planning (trusts, inheritance, charitable giving). The firm generates revenue through professional advisory and consulting fees plus insurance and annuity product commissions, sold on a quote/consultation basis with multi-year engagements, and does not publish pricing.

The firm's go-to-market is sales-led and community-led: enterprise-style field sales conducted through scheduled consultations via Square appointments and Calendly, supported by event-based demand generation including Tax Talk events for young professionals in the DC area and Gift of a Lifetime events for families in Greenbelt, MD and Washington DC. Senior leadership comprises William Vincent (Agency President / Managing Partner of GWFS, 30+ years), Kalif Gallego (Lead Advisor / Managing Partner, 17+ years), and Michael Epps (Managing Partner of M.A. Epps & Associates, 25+ years, former CFO), with La-Deidra Blake as Operations Specialist and additional advisors and team members. Strategic depth beyond in-house capacity is provided by a partnership with Beyond Freedom Financial, CPAs Shona Bell and Jay Moore, whose proactive tax planning capabilities are integrated into the WealthShield delivery model. The firm is privately held, with no external institutional investors, parent company, or funding rounds disclosed.

KG Financial operates with 11-50 employees and serves a customer base segmented across high-income professionals and business owners (primary), individuals and families seeking financial guidance (secondary), and young professionals in the DC area seeking tax education (secondary). Distribution is regional rather than national, relying on event-driven community engagement and digital scheduling tools, with no mobile app, no public API, and no disclosed AI/ML technology layer.

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KG Financial is a private financial advisory firm in the Washington, DC area that delivers integrated financial planning, insurance, and wealth management services to high-income individuals, families, and business owners primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region via its proprietary WealthShield Framework.

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Operating
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11–50
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HeadquartersWashington, United States
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Washington
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United States
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North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices2 records

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City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
financial advisory services, wealth management planning, retirement income planning, estate coordination services, life insurance advisory
Industry3 codes
1Private Client/High-Net-Worth Advisory
CodeFSAEAAANPrimaryYes
2Business Owner & Executive Financial Planning
CodeFSAEAAAOPrimaryNo
3Structured Products & Derivatives for Wealth Clients (Notes, Options, Hedging)
CodeFSAAABAJPrimaryNo
NAICS code1 code
  • Portfolio Management and Investment Advice523940
SIC code1 code
  • Investment Advice6282
Product category
Financial Advisory Services
GTM motion3 records

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Type, Description, Source

Revenue model1 record
1Financial Advisory and Planning Services
TypeProfessional Services
Description

Revenue generated through financial advisory, planning, and consulting services for individuals and businesses. Services include risk management, wealth accumulation, retirement planning, and estate coordination.

kgfinancial.us
Marketing channels3 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels3 records

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Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others
Pricing details1 tier
1Consultation-based pricing
ModelOtherBilling cadenceMulti-year contract
Notes

No specific pricing tiers disclosed. Initial consultations available through appointment booking. Strategy sessions offered through Calendly scheduling.

kgfinancial.us
GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeServices
Services
Core offering1 text field

KG Financial provides financial advisory and planning services centered on the proprietary WealthShield Framework, integrating strategic tax planning, business and entity structuring, executive benefits, wealth accumulation, retirement and liquidity planning, risk management (term, whole, and indexed universal life insurance, annuities, disability and long-term care coverage), and legacy and estate coordination. Offerings target high-income individuals, families, and business owners in the DC/Maryland region through consultation-based engagements.

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Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product overview1 text field

KG Financial is a financial advisory firm offering a unified platform centered around the WealthShield Framework, their signature system that integrates tax, legal, insurance, and investment strategies. The platform delivers comprehensive financial planning through interconnected service modules: Strategic Tax Planning and Executive Benefit Strategies work alongside Business & Entity Structuring using LLCs, S Corps, and Trusts; Wealth Accumulation & Distribution and Retirement & Liquidity Planning support long-term financial security; Risk Management Services provide life insurance, disability, long-term care, and business continuity coverage; and Legacy & Estate Planning handles trust coordination, inheritance, charitable giving, and tax-free wealth transfer.

Product and service9 records
1WealthShield Framework
CategoryFinancial Advisory / Wealth Planning
Description

KG Financial's signature multi-disciplinary financial planning system that integrates tax, legal, insurance, and investment strategies to reduce taxes, preserve wealth, and build sustainable financial strategies for high-income individuals, families, and business owners.

2Strategic Tax Planning
CategoryTax Planning
Description

Forward-looking tax minimization strategies integrated into comprehensive financial planning to reduce tax exposure for individuals and business owners.

3Executive Benefit Strategies
CategoryExecutive Compensation Planning
Description

Strategies designed to help executives optimize compensation packages including stock options, deferred compensation, and executive bonus plans.

4Business & Entity Structuring
CategoryBusiness Structuring / Tax
Description

Asset structuring services using LLCs, S Corps, and Trusts to optimize business organization and tax efficiency.

5Wealth Accumulation & Distribution
CategoryWealth Management
Description

Strategies for building long-term wealth and creating sustainable distribution plans for retirement and legacy goals.

6Retirement & Liquidity Planning
CategoryRetirement Planning
Description

Qualified retirement design including Defined Benefit plans and liquidity strategies to ensure financial security in retirement.

7Risk Management Services
CategoryInsurance / Risk Management
Description

Protection planning including Term, Whole & Indexed Universal Life insurance, Disability & Long-Term Care coverage, Income Protection, and Key-Person & Business Continuity planning.

8Retirement & Income Planning Services
CategoryRetirement & Income Planning
Description

Comprehensive retirement services including Annuities & Guaranteed Income, IRA/401(k)/TSP Rollovers, Roth Conversions & Sequencing, and Tax Minimization strategies.

9Legacy & Estate Planning Services
CategoryEstate Planning
Description

Estate planning services including Trust & Estate Coordination, Inheritance Planning, Charitable Giving strategies, and Tax-Free Transfers to beneficiaries.

Scale indicator2 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership1 partner
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Beyond Freedom Financial is a strategic partner providing CPA and tax strategy expertise to the WealthShield Framework. Founders Shona Bell (CPA with 20+ years in corporate accounting) and Jay Moore (CPA) specialize in proactive tax planning with audit-ready documentation. The partnership enables advanced tax planning services across industries and entity types.

Recent move6 records

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Expansion highlight5 records

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Peers10 records
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

MassMutual is a major mutual insurer and financial services firm providing life insurance, annuities, retirement planning, and wealth management through affiliated advisors. Comparable to KG Financial in combining insurance products with holistic financial planning for individuals and business owners, though at national scale.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Hightower Advisors is a wealth management platform aggregating independent advisory firms serving HNW individuals, families, and institutions with holistic planning. Comparable to KG Financial in the relationship-based HNW advisory model, though as a national partnership rather than a regional practice.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Northwestern Mutual is a large established financial services company offering life insurance, annuities, and financial planning through a national advisor network. It is comparable to KG Financial as a broad incumbent in the integrated life-insurance-plus-wealth-planning space, but operates at vastly greater scale and breadth.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Focus Financial Partners is a partnership of independent wealth management firms serving HNW clients with financial planning and advisory services. Comparable to KG Financial as a wealth management platform for HNW individuals, though at much larger scale as a roll-up of partner firms.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Edward Jones is a national financial services firm providing investment advisory, retirement, and insurance solutions through a large branch-based advisor network. Comparable to KG Financial in delivering relationship-based financial planning to individuals and small-business owners, though serving a broader geographic footprint.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Cambridge Investment Research is a large independent broker-dealer supporting independent financial advisors offering retirement, wealth, and insurance planning. Comparable to KG Financial in the independent advisor business model focused on holistic planning for individuals, though operating as a larger IBD platform.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Cetera is a network of independent financial advisory firms serving individuals and small businesses with holistic planning, investments, and insurance. Comparable to KG Financial as an independent advisory firm offering multi-disciplinary planning services for HNW clients, though operating across multiple offices and regions.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Ameriprise Financial is a diversified financial services company offering wealth management, asset management, and insurance through a national advisor force. Comparable to KG Financial in providing integrated financial planning, retirement, and legacy services for HNW individuals and business owners.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Waddell & Reed is a financial advisory firm providing investment, retirement, and insurance solutions through financial advisors serving individuals and small businesses. Comparable to KG Financial in pairing insurance and investment offerings with advisor-led financial planning, though at broader national scale.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

New York Life is a large mutual life insurer offering life insurance, annuities, long-term care, and investment advisory services through agents and advisors. Comparable to KG Financial in pairing insurance-led solutions with retirement, estate, and wealth-planning services for middle- to upper-income households.

Market position
Strengths5 records

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Weaknesses5 records

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Competitive moat4 records

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Key risks6 records

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Key highlights7 records

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Segment3 records

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Ideal customer profile2 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

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Has app

Feature1 record

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Profiles5 records

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KG Financial

Financial Advisory Serviceskgfinancial.us

KG Financial is a private financial advisory firm in the Washington, DC area that delivers integrated financial planning, insurance, and wealth management services to high-income individuals, families, and business owners primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region via its proprietary WealthShield Framework.

What KG Financial does

KG Financial is a private financial advisory firm headquartered in the Washington, DC area that provides financial planning, insurance, and wealth management services to individuals, families, and business owners in the Mid-Atlantic region, primarily the DC/Maryland corridor. The firm centers its offering on the WealthShield Framework, a proprietary integrated planning methodology that combines strategic tax planning, entity and asset structuring, insurance-based risk management, retirement and income planning, and legacy and estate coordination into a single coordinated plan. Under WealthShield, service modules include Strategic Tax Planning, Executive Benefit Strategies, Business and Entity Structuring (LLCs, S Corps, Trusts), Wealth Accumulation and Distribution, Retirement and Liquidity Planning (Defined Benefit plans, IRA/401(k)/TSP rollovers, Roth conversions), Risk Management (Term, Whole, Indexed Universal Life insurance, disability and long-term care, key-person and business continuity), and Legacy and Estate Planning (trusts, inheritance, charitable giving). The firm generates revenue through professional advisory and consulting fees plus insurance and annuity product commissions, sold on a quote/consultation basis with multi-year engagements, and does not publish pricing.

The firm's go-to-market is sales-led and community-led: enterprise-style field sales conducted through scheduled consultations via Square appointments and Calendly, supported by event-based demand generation including Tax Talk events for young professionals in the DC area and Gift of a Lifetime events for families in Greenbelt, MD and Washington DC. Senior leadership comprises William Vincent (Agency President / Managing Partner of GWFS, 30+ years), Kalif Gallego (Lead Advisor / Managing Partner, 17+ years), and Michael Epps (Managing Partner of M.A. Epps & Associates, 25+ years, former CFO), with La-Deidra Blake as Operations Specialist and additional advisors and team members. Strategic depth beyond in-house capacity is provided by a partnership with Beyond Freedom Financial, CPAs Shona Bell and Jay Moore, whose proactive tax planning capabilities are integrated into the WealthShield delivery model. The firm is privately held, with no external institutional investors, parent company, or funding rounds disclosed.

KG Financial operates with 11-50 employees and serves a customer base segmented across high-income professionals and business owners (primary), individuals and families seeking financial guidance (secondary), and young professionals in the DC area seeking tax education (secondary). Distribution is regional rather than national, relying on event-driven community engagement and digital scheduling tools, with no mobile app, no public API, and no disclosed AI/ML technology layer.

KG Financial firmographics

Firmographics
Name
KG Financial
Legal name
KG Financial
Website
https://kgfinancial.us
Company type
Private
Founded year
1950
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
11–50 employees
Short description
KG Financial is a private financial advisory firm in the Washington, DC area that delivers integrated financial planning, insurance, and wealth management services to high-income individuals, families, and business owners primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region via its proprietary WealthShield Framework.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

KG Financial industry classification

Industry
Product category
Financial Advisory Services
NAICS
Portfolio Management and Investment Advice (523940)
SIC
Investment Advice (6282)
akta.pro primary industry
Private Client/High-Net-Worth Advisory (FSAEAAAN)
akta.pro secondary industries
Business Owner & Executive Financial Planning (FSAEAAAO), Structured Products & Derivatives for Wealth Clients (Notes, Options, Hedging) (FSAAABAJ)

Keywords

  • Financial advisory services
  • Wealth management planning
  • Retirement income planning
  • Estate coordination services
  • Life insurance advisory

Where KG Financial is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Washington
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

KG Financial business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

  1. Financial Advisory and Planning Services: Revenue generated through financial advisory, planning, and consulting services for individuals and businesses. Services include risk management, wealth accumulation, retirement planning, and estate coordination.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
OtherMulti-year contractConsultation-based pricing

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

KG Financial product offering

Product offering

Core offering

KG Financial provides financial advisory and planning services centered on the proprietary WealthShield Framework, integrating strategic tax planning, business and entity structuring, executive benefits, wealth accumulation, retirement and liquidity planning, risk management (term, whole, and indexed universal life insurance, annuities, disability and long-term care coverage), and legacy and estate coordination. Offerings target high-income individuals, families, and business owners in the DC/Maryland region through consultation-based engagements.

Product overview

KG Financial is a financial advisory firm offering a unified platform centered around the WealthShield Framework, their signature system that integrates tax, legal, insurance, and investment strategies. The platform delivers comprehensive financial planning through interconnected service modules: Strategic Tax Planning and Executive Benefit Strategies work alongside Business & Entity Structuring using LLCs, S Corps, and Trusts; Wealth Accumulation & Distribution and Retirement & Liquidity Planning support long-term financial security; Risk Management Services provide life insurance, disability, long-term care, and business continuity coverage; and Legacy & Estate Planning handles trust coordination, inheritance, charitable giving, and tax-free wealth transfer.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • WealthShield Framework KG Financial's signature multi-disciplinary financial planning system that integrates tax, legal, insurance, and investment strategies to reduce taxes, preserve wealth, and build sustainable financial strategies for high-income individuals, families, and business owners.
  • Strategic Tax Planning Forward-looking tax minimization strategies integrated into comprehensive financial planning to reduce tax exposure for individuals and business owners.
  • Executive Benefit Strategies Strategies designed to help executives optimize compensation packages including stock options, deferred compensation, and executive bonus plans.
  • Business & Entity Structuring Asset structuring services using LLCs, S Corps, and Trusts to optimize business organization and tax efficiency.
  • Wealth Accumulation & Distribution Strategies for building long-term wealth and creating sustainable distribution plans for retirement and legacy goals.
  • Retirement & Liquidity Planning Qualified retirement design including Defined Benefit plans and liquidity strategies to ensure financial security in retirement.
  • Risk Management Services Protection planning including Term, Whole & Indexed Universal Life insurance, Disability & Long-Term Care coverage, Income Protection, and Key-Person & Business Continuity planning.
  • Retirement & Income Planning Services Comprehensive retirement services including Annuities & Guaranteed Income, IRA/401(k)/TSP Rollovers, Roth Conversions & Sequencing, and Tax Minimization strategies.
  • Legacy & Estate Planning Services Estate planning services including Trust & Estate Coordination, Inheritance Planning, Charitable Giving strategies, and Tax-Free Transfers to beneficiaries.

Companies that use KG Financial

Customer profile

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

KG Financial technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

KG Financial partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • Beyond Freedom FinancialcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeyond Freedom Financial is a strategic partner providing CPA and tax strategy expertise to the WealthShield Framework. Founders Shona Bell (CPA with 20+ years in corporate accounting) and Jay Moore (CPA) specialize in proactive tax planning with audit-ready documentation. The partnership enables advanced tax planning services across industries and entity types.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

KG Financial competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Broad incumbents

  • MassMutual: MassMutual is a major mutual insurer and financial services firm providing life insurance, annuities, retirement planning, and wealth management through affiliated advisors. Comparable to KG Financial in combining insurance products with holistic financial planning for individuals and business owners, though at national scale.
  • Northwestern Mutual: Northwestern Mutual is a large established financial services company offering life insurance, annuities, and financial planning through a national advisor network. It is comparable to KG Financial as a broad incumbent in the integrated life-insurance-plus-wealth-planning space, but operates at vastly greater scale and breadth.
  • Focus Financial Partners: Focus Financial Partners is a partnership of independent wealth management firms serving HNW clients with financial planning and advisory services. Comparable to KG Financial as a wealth management platform for HNW individuals, though at much larger scale as a roll-up of partner firms.
  • Edward Jones: Edward Jones is a national financial services firm providing investment advisory, retirement, and insurance solutions through a large branch-based advisor network. Comparable to KG Financial in delivering relationship-based financial planning to individuals and small-business owners, though serving a broader geographic footprint.
  • Ameriprise Financial: Ameriprise Financial is a diversified financial services company offering wealth management, asset management, and insurance through a national advisor force. Comparable to KG Financial in providing integrated financial planning, retirement, and legacy services for HNW individuals and business owners.
  • Waddell & Reed Financial: Waddell & Reed is a financial advisory firm providing investment, retirement, and insurance solutions through financial advisors serving individuals and small businesses. Comparable to KG Financial in pairing insurance and investment offerings with advisor-led financial planning, though at broader national scale.
  • New York Life: New York Life is a large mutual life insurer offering life insurance, annuities, long-term care, and investment advisory services through agents and advisors. Comparable to KG Financial in pairing insurance-led solutions with retirement, estate, and wealth-planning services for middle- to upper-income households.

Direct peers

  • Hightower Advisors: Hightower Advisors is a wealth management platform aggregating independent advisory firms serving HNW individuals, families, and institutions with holistic planning. Comparable to KG Financial in the relationship-based HNW advisory model, though as a national partnership rather than a regional practice.
  • Cambridge Investment Research: Cambridge Investment Research is a large independent broker-dealer supporting independent financial advisors offering retirement, wealth, and insurance planning. Comparable to KG Financial in the independent advisor business model focused on holistic planning for individuals, though operating as a larger IBD platform.
  • Cetera Financial Group: Cetera is a network of independent financial advisory firms serving individuals and small businesses with holistic planning, investments, and insurance. Comparable to KG Financial as an independent advisory firm offering multi-disciplinary planning services for HNW clients, though operating across multiple offices and regions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

KG Financial social profiles

Digital presence

KG Financial financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

KG Financial leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

KG Financial funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

KG Financial M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about KG Financial

What does KG Financial do?

KG Financial provides financial advisory and planning services centered on the proprietary WealthShield Framework, integrating strategic tax planning, business and entity structuring, executive benefits, wealth accumulation, retirement and liquidity planning, risk management (term, whole, and indexed universal life insurance, annuities, disability and long-term care coverage), and legacy and estate coordination. Offerings target high-income individuals, families, and business owners in the DC/Maryland region through consultation-based engagements.

Is KG Financial a public or private company?

KG Financial is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.

When was KG Financial founded?

KG Financial was founded in 1950. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is KG Financial based?

KG Financial is headquartered in Washington, United States, in the North America region.

How does KG Financial make money?

One revenue line is on record: financial Advisory and Planning Services.

Who are KG Financial's main competitors?

Broad incumbents on record are MassMutual, Northwestern Mutual, Focus Financial Partners, Edward Jones, Ameriprise Financial, Waddell & Reed Financial and New York Life. Direct peers are Hightower Advisors, Cambridge Investment Research and Cetera Financial Group.

Does KG Financial have an API?

No public API is recorded for KG Financial.

What industry is KG Financial in?

KG Financial's product category is Financial Advisory Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is FSAEAAAN, Private Client/High-Net-Worth Advisory, with a secondary code of FSAEAAAO, Business Owner & Executive Financial Planning. Its NAICS code is 523940 and its SIC code is 6282.

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