F5 Financial is a fee-only, fiduciary financial advisory firm that provides comprehensive, holistic financial planning and investment management services designed to our clients achieve long-term financial freedom and personal significance. Our approach integrates retirement planning, investment strategy, tax planning, estate and legacy planning, cash flow analysis, and more into a unified financial plan focused on your goals. We emphasize alignment with client interests by charging fees only to clients — with no commissions or product sales. We charge an upfront planning fee and an annual fee that scales with asset levels, which you can review in detail HERE.
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F5 Financial Naperville 29 South Webster Street, Suite 350B Naperville, IL 60540
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JOSH DUNCAN CFP®
Josh Duncan is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. He grew up near Peoria Illinois and attended Eastern Illinois University where he earned a B.S. in computer science. He also holds an MBA from Capella University.
From 2002 to 2012, Josh operated in multiple roles at Caterpillar including inventory management, project management, Six Sigma, business development and operations management.
Josh’s interest in personal finance took off in 2008 with a focus on long-term investing and personal financial planning. He officially started his vocation in the financial industry in 2013 and quickly grew a successful business. Josh joined the F5 Financial team in October 2018.
Josh helps his clients develop and implement plans to enrich their lives today and create a brighter future. He’s passionate about helping people achieve their goals and live a life of freedom and significance.
Josh is based in Venice, FL, along the Gulf Coast. He also maintains an office in McDonough, GA.
He and his wife, Tammi spend much of their time with their three boys who have interests in band, drama, soccer and piano. Josh is also a foodie and enjoys experiencing the local restaurant scene. As a Christ-follower, he spends time deepening his faith and loving on his community.
Designations and Affiliations
Curt Stowers, CFP®, PhD, MS
Curt is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. He is a graduate from the University of Illinois where he earned a BS, MS and PhD in Industrial Engineering. He’s a husband, father of three, an avid outdoorsman, and a follower of Christ.
Curt’s goal as a financial planner is to ensure that families, corporate executives, and entrepreneurs have a comprehensive financial plan in place to reach their life goals. With 18 years of experience as a corporate executive and having owned a Subway franchise for over a decade, he knows how to provide practical, first-hand perspectives in the financial planning process.
Curt was born in Orlando, Florida and has lived in over twenty different locations over his lifetime. He started working at the age of 16, balancing sports, an active social life, and studies throughout high school. He managed to earn three varsity letters, participate in championship scholastic teams, and graduate at the top of his class.
Curt spent nine years at the University of Illinois where he earned his BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Industrial Engineering. During his time at the University he remained active in athletics (participating in numerous intramural championship teams).
From 1993 to 2012 Curt was employed with Caterpillar. During that time he worked in inventory management, project management, commercial management, operations management, purchasing and business development.
Curt has always been fascinated with finances and around 2000 began exploring the possibility of offering a financial planning services company that would help families achieve their goals. In mid 2011, he took steps to turn the dream into reality.
In 2013 Curt transitioned to working as a financial planner full time. During 2013 he managed over $100M in portfolio assets and developed/administered financial plans for over 50 families in Naperville and the surrounding area.
He has had the chance to live in Peoria, Chicago, Denver and twice overseas, first in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and more recently in Brussels, Belgium.
For over 15 years he was a successful competitive fisherman, he’s become an avid golfer who proudly boasts of several sub-80 rounds, and has spent years coaching youth sports. Curt enjoys swimming, biking, and running an has been known to participate in sprint distance triathlons.
On October 22, 2015, Curt accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior. Since this time, he has dedicated significant time and energy to growing in his Christian faith and better understanding how to honor and glorify God.
Curt’s diverse professional and personal experiences combined with working with individuals from multiple cultures and backgrounds enable him to offer guidance on a wide variety of topics.
