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We believe that defining what wealth truly means to you is the most important part of any financial plan. And we believe that everyone deserves an advisor to help create an expert plan that’s not only aligned with these values but that can withstand the ebbs and flows of the market—and of your evolving life.

Together with our valued partnerships, we bring you a team that specializes in collaborative thinking, comprehensive solutions and the latest research to guide you towards success.

Brian Tinker, CFP®

Wealth Advisor

Brian Tinker, CFP^®

Wealth Advisor

Brian@TinkerCapital.com

310-683-8667

What do you do at Tinker Capital?

I am a wealth advisor committed to helping each client find the right financial solutions for them to achieve personal fulfillment.

What are your credentials/past experience, for working in your position?

I have prepared individual tax returns and analyzed telecommunication semiconductor companies during the dot-com boom and bust. I have my Life Insurance license and CFP® certification and have given clients financial advice for nearly 20 years.

What’s your background?

I am a Native Los Angeleno blessed with the privilege and obligation to help others. I loved life as a student graduating from Loyola High School of Los Angeles and UCLA earning a BA in social psychology with a business emphasis. Learning promotes growth and fulfillment, and I continue to enjoy broadening my knowledge base, which helps myself as well as others. I had an opportunity to work for Bank of America Securities as a Telecommunication Semiconductor Analyst in San Francisco before moving back to LA to join my father’s tax practice and provide his clients honest financial advice in their best interest. When my dad retired, I aligned myself with Bridge Advisory for additional resources and support to add as much value as possible for the clients I assist. I then founded Tinker Capital to bring together all the knowledge I have gained while selecting a team I believe can deliver the highest quality solutions to my clients.

What is the main value that drives you?

Client-focused integrity.

What are your favorite quotes?

“Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”

-Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

“That person who helps others simply because it should or must be done, and because it is the right thing to do, is indeed without a doubt, a real superhero.”

-Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

What are two interesting facts about you?

1. I run to meditate—breathe to live; breathe in cadence to run: in-in, out-out, in-in, out-out; 1-2, 1-2, 1-2, 1-2… so hypnotic is my meditative breathing cadence, I actually fell asleep on a treadmill the first time I tried it (KABOOM). Note to self, “keep eyes open when running to meditate.”

2. I can only sing well when no one is listening, “fa la la la la la la la la…” If no one is listening when I sing, will I still make noise?

What is something about the financial industry that you want to change?

The perception that a friend shouldn’t be your financial advisor. If your financial advisor isn’t already your friend, you should find ways for him/her to become one.

What are your favorite three books or podcasts?

Catcher in the Rye by JD Salinger, TED Talk Podcasts, Serial Podcast

What do you enjoy doing outside of the office?

Spending time with family and friends, preferably watching or playing sports.

That’s a bit about me, but I'd love to learn more about you.

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