Fiduciary Counsel Inc

Understand your options, compare strategies, and make informed decisions — without product sales, commissions, or pressure.

Financial planner in Englewood, CO (show on map)

Fiduciary Counsel provides objective, conflict-free financial guidance including 1031 exchange guidance, investment management, and financial planning for real estate investors and property owners in Colorado.

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About

Fiduciary Counsel is an independent, fee-only fiduciary financial advisory practice based in Colorado. Led by Craig Johnston, MBA, the firm provides objective, conflict-free guidance on 1031 exchanges, investment management, interactive financial planning, tax planning and return preparation, and estate planning and charitable giving.

As a fee-only fiduciary, they do not sell DSTs or receive compensation from any providers, ensuring all guidance is 100% aligned with client best interests. They specialize in serving real estate investors and property owners navigating tax-deferred exchanges.

Fee-only fiduciary — no commissions, no product sales

No compensation from DST providers or replacement property vendors

100% aligned with client best interests

Faith-based approach

Services

1031 Exchange Guidance

Objective, conflict-free guidance for real estate investors navigating 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, including education on rules, DST analysis, and replacement property evaluation.

Education on 1031 Rules DST Analysis Replacement Property Evaluation Timeline Management

Investment Management

Comprehensive investment management aligned with client goals and risk tolerance, managed without commissions or product sales.

Portfolio Management Risk Assessment Fee-only Approach

Interactive Financial Planning

Collaborative financial planning process that helps clients understand their options and make informed decisions.

Goal Setting Scenario Analysis Retirement Planning

Tax Planning and Return Preparation

Proactive tax planning and return preparation services to minimize tax burden and ensure compliance.

Tax Planning Tax Return Preparation Estimated Payments

Estate Planning & Charitable Giving

Estate planning guidance and charitable giving strategies to help preserve and transfer wealth.

Estate Planning Charitable Giving Wealth Transfer

Credentials & Certifications

MBA

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Fiduciary Counsel different from other financial advisors? +

Fiduciary Counsel operates as a fee-only fiduciary with no product sales, commissions, or pressure. They do not sell DSTs or receive compensation from any providers, ensuring guidance is 100% aligned with client best interests.

What is a 1031 exchange? +

A 1031 exchange is a tax-deferred exchange that allows real estate investors to sell property and reinvest proceeds in replacement property while deferring capital gains taxes. Fiduciary Counsel provides objective guidance on whether an exchange aligns with long-term financial goals.

Does Fiduciary Counsel sell investment products? +

No, Fiduciary Counsel operates on a fee-only basis without commissions or product sales. They do not sell DSTs or receive compensation from any providers, ensuring their guidance is completely objective and conflict-free.

What services does Fiduciary Counsel offer? +

Fiduciary Counsel offers 1031 exchange guidance, investment management, interactive financial planning, tax planning and return preparation, and estate planning and charitable giving.