How we serve you

My team and I believe in maintaining a service offering that is unique, unmatched and irreplaceable. We take the needed time to create and maintain long-term client relationships by understanding of each client’s wealth strategy and investment tolerance. We are focused on family values, with an emphasis on connecting with all of our clients and their loved ones. When you have helped clients for as long as we have, you develop a system that revolves around listening to clients, staying current on all industry trends and events and loving what we do. For over 28 years, we’ve managed investment portfolios with an emphasis on appropriate balance, diversification, goal-based risk tolerance and return objectives.

Personalized service, with your goals in mind


How I serve you

I have more than 25 years’ experience providing trusted financial advisory and concierge wealth management services to families, retirees, closely held business owners and corporate executives. I specialize in developing personalized strategic plans designed to provide clear solutions for retirement planning, investment management, risk management (insurance) and financial life balance.  In addition to my work as a trusted financial advisor, I also serve as the Branch Director of the Scottsdale RBC Wealth Management office where I am responsible for Branch Supervision and growing RBC’s presence in the Scottsdale market.

 

Proud to be a national award-winning advisor

As a financial advisor, it is gratifying to be recognized as a leader in your industry, because it means you are serving your clients well. I am proud to be a recipient of the following prestigious awards.

  • 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 Forbes Best-In-State Top Wealth Advisor
  • 2020 Barron's Top 1200 State by State Advisors List

 

Introducing RBC Total Wealth

RBC Total Wealth is a way to view your complete financial picture. See your RBC accounts—along with your accounts at other financial institutions you choose to add—–in one convenient place. Access Total Wealth by selecting Sign in above to log into your accounts and then choose Add External Accounts. It’s a simple and secure way to keep your financial life connected to your everyday life.

Prepare for the unexpected

When unforeseen or sudden events happen, whether it’s a business opportunity, a family emergency or even a natural disaster, consider an RBC Credit Access Line, through the Royal Bank of Canada, for flexible financing and immediate access to liquidity when you need it most. This short-term, securities-based line of credit allows you to use your investments as collateral and borrow money instead of selling your assets. Contact me today to learn more about RBC Credit Access Line and be prepared for the unexpected.

 

Global Insight 2025 Outlook: Beyond the Horizon

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Following strong equity gains and significant fixed income volatility, investors should prepare for a more complex and dynamic environment in 2025. Read the Global Insight Outlook »

Take control of health care in retirement

No matter what you want your money to help you accomplish in life, planning for health care expenses in retirement is essential. Download Taking Control of Health Care in Retirement to learn more about the steps we can take together to help you prepare for a long, happy—and healthy—retirement.

Taking the next step

Whether you're a current client who would like to review your portfolio, or a potential client that would like to learn more about my approach, I would love to hear from you.  To set up a consultation Contact Me.

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Disclosures

RBC Credit Access Line is a securities-based, demand line of credit offered by Royal Bank of Canada, an Equal Opportunity Lender and a bank affiliate of RBC Capital Markets, LLC. Subject to Credit Approval. Securities-based loans involve special risks, are subject to minimum collateral requirements, and are not suitable for everyone. Additional restrictions may apply.

The 2020 Forbes "Best-In-State Wealth Advisors" award was announced January 2020. Data as of 6/30/2019. The award was developed by SHOOK Research and is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings to evaluate each advisor qualitatively, a major component of a ranking algorithm that includes: client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research, LLC and not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client’s experience. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance. For more information: www.SHOOKresearch.com.

The 2021 Forbes "Best-In-State Wealth Advisors" award was announced February 2021. Data as of 6/30/2020. The award was developed by SHOOK Research and is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings to evaluate each advisor qualitatively, a major component of a ranking algorithm that includes: client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research, LLC and not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client’s experience. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance. For more information: www.SHOOKresearch.com.

The 2022 Forbes "Best-In-State Wealth Advisors" award was announced April 2022. Data as of 6/30/2021. The award was developed by SHOOK Research and is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings to evaluate each advisor qualitatively, a major component of a ranking algorithm that includes: client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research, LLC and not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client’s experience. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance. For more information: www.SHOOKresearch.com.

The 2020 Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors" award was announced March 2020. Data as of 9/30/2019. The award is based on the following criteria: The individual is credentialed as a FINRA registered representative, assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory and compliance record. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance.

The 2023 Forbes “Best-In-State Wealth Advisors” award was announced April 2023. Data as of 6/30/2022. The award was developed by SHOOK Research and is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings to evaluate each advisor qualitatively, a major component of a ranking algorithm that includes: client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research, LLC and not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client’s experience. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance. For more information: www.SHOOKresearch.com.

Tim Cowdrey is currently registered to conduct business with residents of the following states: AK, AL, AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, HI, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MT, NC, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI. California Insurance License # 0D32284 .

Tim Cowdrey, NMLS # 1884870 through City National Bank, may receive compensation from RBC Wealth Management for referring customers to City National Bank. Banking products and services are offered or issued by City National Bank, an affiliate of RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, Member NYSE/FINRA/SIPC and are subject to City National Banks terms and conditions. Products and services offered through City National Bank are not insured by SIPC. City National Bank Member FDIC.

Investment products offered through RBC Wealth Management are not FDIC insured, are not guaranteed by City National Bank and may lose value.