Client Testimonial
My experience and relationship thus far has been pretty amazing. Brian is the second financial advisor I was introduced to, by a mutual friend. But his timing, needless to say, was a little off solely due to an unpleasant experience with a financial advisor before him. So I wasn’t interested in hearing anything Brian had to say, to be honest. Nonetheless, Brian remained patient, but also persistent—and honestly, his approach is and was endearing. I never felt like Brian's responses to my questions or our pre-planning meeting was robotic, he is an engaging and active listener and challenges me to think outside of the box, and is very resourceful. I also appreciate how personable he is. He listens to my concerns, and, expectations, and holds me accountable as well which are really amazing qualities you want in a financial advisor and team. And the quality of services he provides is seamlessly reflected across the board with the team as well. 10/10 thus far!
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My experience at Northwestern Mutual has been nothing short of fantastic. My representative, Brian, and his team, have made me a priority and have gone the extra mile to make my experience clear and simple to understand. Their approach is personalized and makes you feel like you’re important, the way any firm should. I can’t stress enough how awesome these people are and I would recommend them to anyone for any financial questions, advice, or guidance. If professionalism and transparency is what you’re looking for in a firm, then Northwestern Mutual is where to find it.
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Brian and his team have been tremendously helpful over the past year. They take great care to ensure that I fully understand the different components of long-term financial success and how they are implemented in my plan. I'm very optimistic about the future.
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I have worked with Brian's team for well over a year and the financial support and information I have learned working with them has put me leagues ahead of where I was after graduation. I continue to maintain an open dialogue with Brian on financial adjustments or changes and he is always incredibly receptive. The time Brian spends getting to know you and your financial goals goes beyond just the numbers. I can not speak enough on his character and ambition to ensure you are properly established financially, nor how much work and time he and his team put in. I highly recommend that anyone looking to better understand their finances, establish a strong financial portfolio and create a well-connected support system to consider working with Brian and his incredible team.
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Brian and his team are excellent to work with. As a young professional, it's difficult to judge the necessary from the fluff when it comes to personal financing, with so many new ways to invest available. Brian and his team give great directions in all aspects, from personal finances to insurance for the future, allowing me to focus on advancing my career with peace of mind. 10/10 would recommend.
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Knowing Brian and members of his team for over 15 years now, I've come to learn a lot about traits he carries and principles he values. First and foremost, Brian has always valued a trusting relationship. There is no question Brian wants everyone to be on the same page and is willing to tailor a personalized approach to his client's financial goals. Extremely lucky to know Brian Sytsma on a business and personal level, as it is certainly a connection worth having.
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I am hands-on in some aspects of financial planning but hands-off in others. Brian and his team do a great job of providing the flexibility I want by informing me of all my options and allowing me to make the decision. Brian and his team are knowledgeable and personable, and I can tell he and his team care about me, not just my account.
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Brian has been great to work with! He is responsive, knowledgeable, and always respectful of personal goals and situations. I feel better equipped to handle my financial future due to working with him and I am very thankful for the quality of service he provides.
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Although I hadn't had much experience with financial planning, Brian made it very easy to get started. He took the time to learn my goals and made sure I understood everything while tailoring a unique plan for my situation. Additionally, his team went out of their way to find extra resources to assist me with managing my finances. I am happy with my experience and highly recommend them!
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After I graduated college, I didn't know much about financial planning. Brian and Bryan answered all my questions and provided insight on things that I didn't know existed. They worked with me to set up a plan that will help me keep financial security and peace of mind as I progress in my career and after retirement.
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I was introduced to Brian, and boy am I glad I took the call For months I had been having a ton of trouble planning for my autistic son. Many of the major companies have underwriting rules that completely deny autistic children any coverage if they’re under a certain age. The discriminatory rule shows a complete lack of understanding about what autism is. I spoke to Brian & learned about more about finance than insurance. He helped us diversify our accounts while staying at a risk level that was comfortable for us. He encouraged us to make our wills & final documents. After literally 12 years of “meaning to do that” I can proudly say that we have legal wills & additional final documents removing much stress down the line. He taught us different ways to build generational wealth & compared & contrasted multiple methods of planning for our children’s future. I have pages & pages of notes from all of Brian’s guidance. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable in his craft, but he is able to explain daunting topics in a way that makes them understandable to those with little experience. He is extremely patient & thorough. I have never felt rushed or belittled during our conversation. He doesn’t try to push you to make a decision; he simply presents the information in a manner that ENABLES you to select the best path for your family. Brian also has a fantastic team who coordinates the administrative side of things. They are great about sending reminders without feeling like you’re being harassed, & if they don’t know the answer to a question, they actually take the time to find it! That is a dying quality across the board in customer service; it is so refreshing dealing with them! I have nothing but good things to say about Brian & his team. Our family is literally better thanks to him; not only have we benefited, but our children & grandchildren will also reap those benefits. I earnestly hope that this professional relationship will last for years to come! 10/10 Gold stars
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Brian and his team have been friendly and trustworthy since day one. I always appreciate his advice, and I'm saving better than I ever have before.
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Brian Sytsma is the definition of what a financial professional should be. He is honest and hardworking, while being able to emphasize with me to understand what my goals are and where I want to end up with my finances. His team has been fantastic in reaching out and making sure I am satisfied, and Brian often calls just to check in and see how life for me has been. This is someone who truly cares about the people who he works with, and I am extremely glad I made the decision to go with Brian.
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From the beginning, Brian Sytsma was welcoming, knowledgeable, and professional. After a few conversations, I felt he was more of a friend than a stranger. He genuinely cares about his clients' wellbeing, finances, and personal life. In the last year, he has had a major impact on my life both financially and personally. I consider Brian a great friend and a great advisor.
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Brian and his team were great to work with. Brian gave me confidence in my financial situation, and we developed a plan to help me reach my goals in different aspects of my financial life. He was so knowledgeable, a great listener, and I could tell his solutions were tailored specifically to my situation. His team was very timely with communication and answering any questions I had. I enjoyed working with them so much, I’ve referred them and now more of my friends use him!
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I think the team that Brian has put together have been invaluable to me and my portfolio. From the very beginning they made the entire process painless and explained to me in-depth about all of my options. They’ve been so good that I have recommended them to at least 8 friends I have. I am Team Sytsma for the long haul.
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Brian is a trusted advisor who goes out of his way to get you all the information you need to make the best decisions with your money. He makes sure his client understands their financial picture and patient with all questions. I highly recommend Brian and his team for all your wealth management needs.
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I have been a client working with Brian Sytsma and Paige Putrino. I find both of them to be very reliable, punctual, and exceptionally helpful. Every meeting, Brian excels at listening, note-taking, and has helped me alleviate my original financial concerns. Additionally, he is quite personable and kind. I have known him since we were 7 years old from summer camp, and he is a wonderful person. Paige is also a wonderful person, and she is a determined and patient person! Thank you both!
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Brian is an expert in customizing a plan that meets the client's needs and not his own. He is patient and will explain things until there is a full understanding. Brian is easy to reach whenever there are questions and he is very responsive to any concerns.
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