Sloy Dahl & Holst Inc

A Boutique Investment House

Financial planner in Portland, OR (show on map)

3.5

★★★★☆

2 reviews

Boutique financial advisory firm specializing in tailored investment portfolios, retirement planning, and pension fund management.

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About

Sloy, Dahl & Holst, LLC is a registered, full-service financial advisory firm dedicated to clients' financial achievement. Founded in 1986 by certified financial planners Ron Sloy, Tony Dahl, and Jim Holst, the firm operates as a boutique investment house that tailors every investment portfolio to meet each client's specific goals.

The firm offers wealth building, capital preservation, retirement planning, and pension fund management. As a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) licensed with the SEC, the firm operates in a full-disclosure and fee-transparent manner, functioning as a fiduciary with every qualified plan it manages. The firm primarily utilizes an 'unbundled' approach, partnering with third-party administrators and holding qualified plans through Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, or Fidelity.

Boutique investment house with personalized service

Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) with full fiduciary responsibility

Fee-transparent and open architecture approach

3(38) Fiduciary status relieving plan trustees of investment decisions

Unbundled approach with third-party administrators

Plans held through Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, or Fidelity for objectivity

Custom risk-based model portfolios for each client

Nearly a decade ahead of industry in fee disclosure practices

Direct participant education and focus on retirement readiness

Over 30 years of experience navigating market downturns

Services

Individual Financial Services

Objective, fee-based investment management tailored to individual clients' goals, including no-load and institutional funds, separately managed accounts, and asset allocation strategies.

No-load and institutional funds Separately managed accounts Asset allocation strategies Quarterly reports One-on-one financial planning sessions Long-term investment approach

Corporate Retirement Services

Full-service 401(k) and qualified plan management with a focus on transparency, fiduciary responsibility, and participant education.

Open Architecture Full Disclosure Fee Transparency Fiduciary Status (3(38) Fiduciary) Direct Participant Education Custom risk-based model portfolios Unbundled approach with third-party administrators

Wealth Building

Long-term investment strategies focused on growing client wealth through quality investment options with proven management teams.

Quality investment options with proven track records Constant monitoring for changes in key personnel and performance Capital preservation focus

Capital Preservation

Investment strategies focused on hedging against declines in value and purchasing power, preserving capital in both bear and bull markets.

Capital preservation hedging Diversification to reduce risk Consistent returns across economic scenarios

Credentials & Certifications

Registered Investment Advisor (RIA)

Since 1986

SEC Registered

CEFEX Certified

Since 2017

AIF Accreditation (Michael Tudor)

Since 2012

QPFC Accreditation (Michael Tudor)

Since 2011

AIFA Accreditation (Michael Tudor)

Since 2018

AIF Accreditation (Paul Wedin)

Since 2019

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Rating

3.5

★★★★☆

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Sloy, Dahl & Holst different from other financial advisory firms? +

As a boutique investment house and Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), we operate with full fee transparency and fiduciary responsibility. We use an 'unbundled' approach, partner with third-party administrators, and hold plans through Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, or Fidelity to ensure objectivity.

Is Sloy, Dahl & Holst a fiduciary? +

Yes. As a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) licensed with the SEC, the firm always acts as a fiduciary with every qualified plan it manages, typically functioning as a 3(38) Fiduciary.

What services does Sloy, Dahl & Holst offer? +

The firm offers individual financial services (investment management, asset allocation, no-load and institutional funds, separately managed accounts), corporate retirement services (401(k) and qualified plan management), wealth building, capital preservation, and pension fund management.

When was Sloy, Dahl & Holst founded? +

The firm was founded in 1986 by Ron Sloy, Tony Dahl, and Jim Holst.

Where is Sloy, Dahl & Holst located? +

The firm is located at 1220 Main Street, Suite 400, Vancouver, WA 98660, and also maintains a historical office location in the Kearney House in the Northwest district of downtown Portland.

What investment philosophy does the firm follow? +

Sloy, Dahl & Holst follows a long-term investment philosophy rather than short-term trading. They focus on capital preservation, diversification, and selecting quality investment options with proven management teams and track records.

What retirement plan platforms does the firm use? +

All qualified plans are held through Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, or Fidelity, allowing selection from a wide universe of mutual fund options without proprietary platform ties.

Does the firm charge transparent fees? +

Yes. As an RIA firm (not a broker), Sloy, Dahl & Holst has always operated in a full-disclosure and fee-transparent manner, nearly a decade ahead of industry regulations requiring such disclosure.