Daniel Masuda Lehrman, CFP®, CSLP®

Fee-Only Financial Planner for Inheritance Leavers & Receivers

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Masuda Lehrman Wealth Daniel Masuda Lehrman, CFP®, CSLP®
Honolulu, HI

Serving Clients Nationwide

Fee-Only Financial Planner for Inheritance Leavers & Receivers

9 Certified Advisor Reviews™
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Areas of Focus

  • Estate Planning
  • Financial Life Planning
  • Investment Management
  • Retirement Planning
  • Taxes

About Me

Hi, I'm Daniel Masuda Lehrman. As a financial planner, my specialty is helping financial caretakers and their loved ones inherit wealth and manage it responsibly. I have 10 years of experience at the Big Three (Vanguard, Fidelity, Schwab) helping hundreds of families retire successfully and leave a lasting legacy.

I hold my CFP® (CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™) and CSLP® (Certified Student Loan Professional) designations with an undergraduate degree in economics and Japanese language from the University of Michigan.

Clients I’ve served would describe me as a good listener who was honest, knowledgeable, anticipated their needs, skilled at explaining concepts in layman's terms, and could confidently help them make good financial decisions. They’ll tell you I helped them transition into a new phase of life or enjoy their retirement with confidence and certainty.

➕ Personal Bio

Though I'm from Ann Arbor, Michigan, today I live in Honolulu, Hawaii with my wife Linh and dog Max. I'm a proud University of Michigan Alum and football fan (Go Blue!). I also own and manage long-term and short-term rental properties in Arizona and Michigan and have over 70 five-star reviews on Airbnb.

🐶 Dog Dad | 🏄‍♂️ Surfer | 💑 Husband

Professional Designations

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional
  • Certified Student Loan Professional (CSLP)

Affiliations

  • CFP Board
  • Fee Only Network
  • National Association of Personal Financial Advisors
  • XY Planning Network

Primary Location

Honolulu, HI, 96814

Video

Meeting Options

  • Video Conference
  • In-Person
  • Phone

Compensation Methods

  • Fee Only
  • One-time Financial Plan
  • Percentage of Assets Managed

What to expect in the first meeting

Click the 'Book Intro Call' button to schedule a short 15-30 minute phone or Zoom meeting to see if we’re a good fit. We’ll ask you what led you to schedule the meeting, what your concerns are, what questions you have, and what you’re hoping to accomplish by working together. If we’re not the right fit, we’d be happy to refer you to a firm that may better fit your needs. I look forward to speaking with you.

Offers Investment Management

Yes

About our Firm

I serve inheritance leavers and receivers locally in Honolulu, Hawaii and virtually nationwide.

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

✔️ You may have limited financial knowledge or unfamiliar with investment strategies, tax implications, or wealth management techniques.

✔️ You're doing your best to manage your family's finances with the limited time you have, but you also don't know what you don't know and your time is best used in other ways

✔️ You’d like someone to quarterback communication and make introductions to other experts (tax advisors/preparers, estate attorneys, life insurance agents, mortgage brokers, etc.)

✔️ You have $500K or more in liquid assets (banks, 401Ks, IRAs, brokerage) OR $200K+ household income

✔️ You prefer a virtual video-based relationship OR a local relationship in Hawaii OR want to arrange an in-person meeting when visiting Hawaii!

HOLISTIC FINANCIAL PLANNING

Financial planning should cover every aspect of your life, not just your investments. Following the CFP Board's Financial Planning Process, I'll help you tackle important financial decisions by evaluating every aspect of your financial well-being.

Retirement | Investments | Estate Planning & Insurance | Personal Finance 101 | Taxes

Education

University of Michigan, Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics

Hobbies and Interests

  • Eating Out
  • Family
  • Football
  • Surfing
  • Tennis

Who We Serve

  • Baby Boomers
  • Gen X
  • Gen Y / Millennials
  • Intergenerational Families
  • Living in Retirement
  • Widow

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5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Sep 29, 2024
My wife and I have been looking for a local/fee only financial advisor for months, until we found Daniel. Daniel truly is a rare find. We are fortunate to be partnering with him. Daniel is very approachable and flexible. He takes time to know you and your needs, he asks well crafted questions, and he listens intently to personalize and stress test a custom plan that suits our unique needs and circumstances. Thanks to Daniel, we now have full confidence in our plan. I recommend Daniel as your "co-pilot" in your retirement planning journey.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Raymond Loo

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Sep 14, 2024
We reached out to Daniel to help us navigate the transition from the earning phase of life into the first years of complete retirement. Daniel is knowledgeable and listens well. My husband and I have different approaches and concerns about our finances. Daniel's questions and insights help us greatly. Daniel is very approachable, knowledgeable and responsive to the different financial habits that people have. I strongly recommend his services.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Jeanne Hamilton

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Sep 10, 2024
I've known Daniel for years before he started Masuda Lehrman Wealth. Since then, we have both grown largely in our respective careers. I started working with financial advisors right out of graduate school to have some help tackling HUGE federal student loans, managing a large increase in income, making big financial decisions (like buying a house) and planning for retirement. I was previously working with Facet and had discontinued that relationship as I felt that they we had reached a limit to how much they could help and the added value they could bring to my financial life. I reached out to Daniel when I found out he was starting his own wealth management company initially to support a friend. However, Daniel has shown me, over the past few months that there was still room to grow in my financial literacy, expanding my wealth portfolio, and planning for the future. Even better, he has special certifications with student loan borrowers which has been INVALUABLE. He has been very accessible, friendly as always, and knowledgeable. I recommend him to anyone looking for a financial advisor no matter what walk of life they are in. His advice and services are bespoke, keeping in mind the small nuances of life, actionable, and specific.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Denise Pham

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 14, 2024
As a client of Masuda Lehrman Wealth, I have had the pleasure of working directly with Daniel. Daniel’s dedication to truly understanding his clients’ financial goals is evident from the first meeting. His tailored strategies and insightful guidance have been invaluable in helping me navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence. Daniel’s professionalism and personalized approach make him a standout in wealth management. Highly recommend for anyone looking to secure their financial future!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Greg Essenmacher

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 7, 2024
Has been very helpful in our financial planning. Very accommodating to our schedule. Prompt response time.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Nicholas Andershock

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 2, 2024
Daniel has been helping my wife and I for over 4 years. He has a particular gift for understanding our needs and goals then translating our aspirations into tangible financial actions that are simple, yet effective. Daniel’s honestly and openness during the most challenging times of our financial environment have helped me gain unwavering confidence in his ability. I recommend Daniel to those who are looking for a candid financial advisor with proven success and confidence.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Current Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Jonathon Essenmacher

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 2, 2024
I recently met with Daniel for a consultation and it was immediately clear how knowledgeable he is. He presented different options and recommendations in a way that was easy to understand and helped give me confidence in how my short and long term investments should be set up to meet my goals. I look forward to working more with Daniel in the future and would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for help with their financial planning!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: This reviewer has never been a client.
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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John McTigue

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Apr 23, 2024
I met Daniel in 2017 before I knew he was a financial advisor. Through getting to know him, he became my go to person for any questions and advice about my managing my finances. Not only did he give info that has helped my family set ourselves up for financial success, he communicated in a way that was easy to understand. I highly recommend Masuda Lehrman Wealth to anyone looking to set themselves up with financial stability!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: This reviewer has never been a client.
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Dane Ruhala

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Apr 18, 2024
Daniel is the definition of a fiduciary and always puts his clients interest. What sets him apart is his ability to listen and create solutions that are truly customized to his clients situation. From estate planning to portfolio tax efficiency, Daniel does an amazing job. If you're not sure if fee only financial advice is for you, reach out to Daniel. He's very responsive. Highly recommend.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: This reviewer has never been a client.
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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