PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: Last Edited 4/6/2026
At Stern Financial, we are committed to protecting the confidentiality and security of the nonpublic personal information (NPI) we collect. As a fiduciary, we maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to guard your data.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information to open your accounts, process transactions, and provide tailored wealth management services. This includes:
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Identifying Information: Name, address, phone number, and Social Security or Taxpayer Identification Number.
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Financial Profile: Assets, liabilities, income, account balances, and investment goals.
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Digital Data: IP addresses, cookies, and website usage data collected during your visit to improve our site performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data strictly for legitimate business purposes:
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Account Administration: To establish and manage your investment portfolios and execute trades.
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Regulatory Compliance: To fulfill our obligations to bodies like the SEC or FINRA.
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Communication: To provide you with market updates, administrative messages, or materials you have requested.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information to anyone. We only share data with non-affiliated third parties in the following limited cases:
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Service Providers: Custodians, broker-dealers, and technology partners who assist in managing your accounts.
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Legal Requirements: In response to subpoenas, court orders, or regulatory investigations.
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Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information with your CPA, attorney, or other professionals.
4. Your Rights & Options
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Opt-Out Rights: You have the right to limit the sharing of your information with non-affiliates for marketing purposes.
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Access & Correction: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold or ask us to correct inaccuracies.
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State-Specific Rights: If you are a resident of California, you may have additional rights under the CCPA, including the "Right to Know" and the "Right to Delete".
5. Security Measures
We employ industry-standard encryption, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and strict internal access controls to protect your data. Our employees are only granted access to the specific information needed to perform their jobs.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact our office at
413-253-8989/nick@planwithsf.com.
