Our Firm

James D. Freeman, MSFS, CFP®, CLTC is President of Freeman Financial Advisory, LLC.  He began his career in the financial services industry in 1980 upon graduating from Rider University with a Bachelor of Science Degree.  He worked as an investment consultant for a regional broker/dealer before founding his own financial planning firm in 1986.

 
Jim became a Certified Financial Planner Practitioner (CFP®) in 1987, received a Masters Degree in Financial Services (MSFS) in 1994, and his Certification in Long Term Care (CLTC) in 2004.  He specializes in consulting clients in retirement planning and portfolio management.  Based on his contributions to the financial services industry, he was selected for inclusion in Who’s Who in Finance and Industry in 1992.  As a charter member of the Financial Planning Association of the Delaware Valley (FPA), Jim also believes in giving back to his profession.  He served on the Board of Directors of Delaware Valley Financial Planning Association from 1991 through 1995.


 

 
Memberships Include:

  • Financial Planning Association - Board Member 1991-1995
  • Academy of Financial Services Professionals
  • National Register of Who's Who in Finance and Industry
  • National Association of Tax Professionals
  • National Council on Aging
  • AARP
  • Children of Aging Parents 
     

Donna Deterding  is our Director of Operations, Chief Marketing Officer, and has her insurance license.  She is responsible for client account establishment and client maintenance.  You will find Donna brainstorming great new ways to reach our clients including the world of Social Media.  She is integral in the day-to-day operations of running our office.  Donna  is known by all clients to have stellar and exemplary customer service. 

 

Todd Bergmann is our Senior Financial Analyst.  He graduated from the University of Richmond with a Bachelor of Science Degree.  He assists in researching investment portfolios and preparing tax analysis for our clients. In addition, he handles overseeing financial and performance reporting for the firm.