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Northern Pacific Asset Management is a boutique private wealth advisor and investment management firm to select individuals, families, entrepreneurs, closely-held businesses and trusts across the United States.

Our sole purpose? To help you and your loved ones live exponentially—maximizing not just wealth, but every facet of your life. We are purpose-built to deliver customized, holistic financial advisory, planning, and investment management that exceeds the expectations of trailblazing clients—always with unwavering fidelity.

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Financial Life Counsel, Strategy & Management

At Northern Pacific Asset Management, we provide robust, trusted fiduciary advice and private wealth management with a commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity. Our experienced team serves a diverse clientele—individual investors, family offices, foundations, and corporations—tailoring solutions to your unique needs.

Wealth Builder

Unlock a Future of Financial Freedom Your ambition drives your wealth—a foundation for a life of freedom, impact, and legacy....

Private Client

Build a Legacy That Echoes Through Generations Your wealth is a testament to your life’s achievements—a foundation for the future...

Retirement Planning

Craft a Retirement That Lasts a Lifetime Your wealth is the foundation of a life well-lived—a bridge to the retirement...

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Strategic Services for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Northern Pacific Asset Management offers a full suite of enterprise strategy services designed...

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Are Your Political Beliefs Quietly Undermining Your Retirement Plan?

December 22, 2025

Why Psychological Bias—and Not Just Policy—Is Distorting Wealth Outcomes for Progressive West Coast Investors In today’s hyper-polarized world, the socio-political news cycle does more than inform—it profoundly influences the emotional well-being and financial trajectories of millions, particularly among affluent and progressive individuals. Behavioral finance and psychology research reveal that our brains are inherently wired for tribal affiliation, safety, and social validation. In an...

Why Your Advisor Gave You the Exact Same Portfolio as Your Friends
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December 22, 2025
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Selling Your Business in 2025: Tax Strategy Under the New Federal Law

December 22, 2025
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Most Small Business Owners Are Headed for a Retirement Crisis—Here’s How to Build a Financial Ark Before It’s Too Late

December 22, 2025
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One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Tax Reforms for Business Sellers (2025)

December 22, 2025
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Building Your Financial Ark under the OBBBA: The Ultimate Guide for SMB Owners & HCEs

December 21, 2025
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The Imperative of Business Exit Planning: A Strategic Blueprint

May 2, 2025
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The 10 Most Impactful Employee Benefits to Attract and Retain Top Talent Today

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Understanding Parallel SLATs: A Smart Strategy for Estate Tax Mitigation

May 1, 2025
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Banking Crisis Update & Money Market Funds

March 24, 2023

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