A Fee-Only Financial Advisor

Financial planning that actually fits your life.

Thoughtful guidance for LGBTQ+ individuals and families, women in transition, and people who want clear, values-based money decisions.
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Real life gets complicated.

Your financial plan should make things simpler.

Your life keeps moving. New careers, new relationships, new versions of your family. Your money should be able to keep up.

Planning isn't a one-time thing you get right and move on from. It's something that flexes as your life does.

We'll look at what's in front of you, talk through what it means, and figure out next steps together.

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Why it Matters

A more human way to talk about money.

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Come as you are

We work with people whose lives, families, and goals don't always fit traditional expectations. Whether you're building a family, navigating divorce, coming out later in life, or simply creating a path that feels right for you, you belong here. You don't need to explain or justify who you are.
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Bring your questions

You don't need to know the right financial terminology or have everything organized before we talk. Curiosity is enough.
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We'll figure it out together

We'll work together to build a plan that fits your life, adapts as things change, and helps you make informed decisions along the way.
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You deserve financial advice that meets you where you are.

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I'm Leah (she/her), and I get it. I've been through the messy middle myself—divorce, coming out later in life, single parenting—and I know money decisions don't pause for any of it.

The messy middle isn't a detour from your life—it's part of it. And it's where I do mybest work.

Those are just a few reasons why I started Orchard.
I wanted to create a place where people could talk about money openly, ask questions without judgment, and get thoughtful guidance that fits their actual life.

Over the years, I've helped clients navigate divorce, family planning, career transitions,retirement decisions, equity compensation, and the many financial questions that come with real life.

I'm known for being down-to-earth and approachable, but believe me when I say—I amvery good at what I do. You can be confident you're in good hands.

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How It Works

What working together looks like.

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Start with a fit conversation

We'll talk about where you are today, what you're hoping to accomplish, and whether Orchard is the right fit for your needs. (Think of it as us interviewing each other.)
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Build a plan around your life

We'll take a deep dive into your finances, identify opportunities and tradeoffs, and create a plan designed around your priorities—not someone else's rules of thumb.
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Move forward with support

Whether we're implementing recommendations together or providing ongoing guidance, you'll have a partner to help you navigate what's next.
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A plan that gives you permission to live your life.

Life is complicated. Your financial plan doesn't need to be.

Big transition, big goal, or just a long list of questions—whatever brought you here, we'll help you get some clarity and a plan to match.

If you're looking for thoughtful financial guidance that fits your actual life, we'd love to meet you.

A fit conversation is a chance to ask questions, learn more about Orchard, and see whether we're the right fit for each other. No hard sell, no jargon homework required.

Many of our clients come to us during periods of change: building a family, navigating divorce, managing equity compensation, preparing for retirement, or simply trying to make thoughtful decisions about what's next.

We have particular experience helping LGBTQ+ individuals and families, women in transition, and professionals navigating restricted stock units (RSUs), equity compensation, Incentive Stock Options (ISO), and Non-qualified Stock Options (NSO).

For clients who want it, we can also incorporate socially responsible investing considerations into their portfolio and financial plan.

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