Nathan P. Straus, CFP®

  Director, Medical Division, CFP®

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Nathan Straus is The Director of Physician Services and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional for Commonwealth Financial Group based in Charleston, SC. Nathan specializes in helping physicians reach financial independence. His guidance has been critical in helping physicians overcome financial challenges unique to their chosen career. Accordingly, Nathan was recognized by Medical Economics in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 as one of the "150 Best Financial Advisors for Doctors" and also recognized by Dental Practice in 2011 as one of the "70 Best Financial Advisers for Dentists."

Nathan is able to offer both advice and implementation of ideas by providing access to a wide range of competitive financial products and services. Nathan has been working with physicians since 1997 in the areas of:

• Risk Management, Asset Protection, and Liability Protection*
• Debt Management
• Wealth Accumulation
• Tax-Favored Investment Strategies*
• Estate Planning
• Practice Benefits
• Practice Exit Planning Strategies

Nathan spends a great deal of time working directly with various resident programs at the Medical University of South Carolina. The focus of this work centers around providing emerging physicians with the financial tools necessary to running an effective medical practice. He is a regular speaker for:

• Anesthesiology
• Emergency Medicine
• Dental Medicine
• Health Professionals
• Pathology
• Dermatology Radiation
• Oncology
• Internal Medicine
• Ophthalmology
• Psychiatry
• Pediatrics
• Radiology
• OB/GYN

Nathan received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Finance from The College of Charleston. He is a Registered Representative and Investment Advisor Representative of Securian Financial Services, Inc. His educational and industry background includes FINRA series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 24 registrations.

Commonwealth Financial Group is an independent financial services firm with a vision to reshape the look of the traditional financial services firm and a mission to positively impact the lives of the individuals, the families and the businesses with which it works.

Mr. Straus lives in Mount Pleasant with his wife Anna, sons Philip, Joseph, & Sam and daughter, Sophia. He enjoys surfing, SCUBA diving, MMA, and travel.

For questions or to inquire about a meeting:
Nathan.Straus@commonwealthfg.com
1-888-858-5213 (toll free)
843-884-4545 (office)

*This should not be considered as tax or legal advice. Consult a qualified tax and/or legal professional regarding your individual situation.

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