Daniel Masuda Lehrman, CFP®, CSLP®

Fee-Only Fiduciary Retirement Planner

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

Serving Clients Nationwide

Fee-Only Fiduciary Retirement Planner

19 Certified Advisor Reviews™
5 out of 5 Stars
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Areas of Focus

  • Estate Planning
  • Investment Management
  • Retirement Income Planning
  • Retirement Planning
  • Tax-Aware Retirement Income Coordination
  • Tax-Smart Distribution Planning
  • Taxes
  • Withdrawal Sequencing

About Daniel Masuda Lehrman, CFP®, CSLP®

If you're within five years of retirement — or already there — you're facing some of the most consequential financial decisions of your life. When do you claim Social Security? How do you turn savings into reliable income? What's your plan if markets drop right after you retire?

I'm Daniel Masuda Lehrman, CFP®, and this is exactly what I do. After 10 years at Vanguard, Fidelity, and Schwab helping hundreds of families retire successfully, I started my own fee-only firm to offer the kind of objective, personalized guidance the big institutions couldn't.

No commissions. No one-size-fits-all portfolios. Just a clear plan built around your life.

Professional Designations

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ®

Affiliations

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

Primary Location

Honolulu, HI, 96814

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Meeting Options

  • Video Conference
  • In-Person
  • Phone

Compensation Methods

  • Fee Only
  • Flat Fee
  • 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 Masuda Lehrman Wealth

I serve people within 5 years of retirement and those already retired, locally in Honolulu and virtually nationwide.

Does this sound like you?

✔️ You've saved diligently for decades, but you're not sure if it's enough — or how to turn it into reliable income
✔️ You know there are smart moves to make around Social Security, taxes, and withdrawals, but you're not sure what they are or when to make them
✔️ You'd like someone to quarterback your financial life — coordinating with your CPA, estate attorney, and other advisors so nothing falls through the cracks
✔️ You have $500K or more in investable assets, or are expecting a pension, inheritance, or lump-sum distribution
✔️ You prefer a virtual relationship or a local one in Honolulu — or want to meet in person when you're visiting Hawaii

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™
Dec 23, 2025
Daniel did a wonderful job helping my wife and I navigate my retirement at 62 and our move to Mainland. He pointed out things we did not consider and presented a plan that handled the transition perfectly. Daniel’s fee-only payment plan was perfect for us in this situation. Kudos to Daniel for reducing our stress about finances during a crazy year!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Dec 23, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Mark Kreuser

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Dec 16, 2025
Daniel has provided the CFO (my wife) and I with a stress tested plan to help us manage our retirement funds in our latter years. He does this by educating us on the various options available to us and insuring we understand many of the finer points. We are big fans of his educational Youtube videos, many of which address a lot of our questions allowing us to present more detailed concerns during our conferences with Daniel. His easy going manner and professional accumen ensure that we exit the meetings confident in our knowledge going forward with the plan. We thank you Daniel for taking good care of us fiscally and look forward to continuing to work with you.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Dec 16, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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T Blake

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Aug 31, 2025
My fiancé and I have had a great experience working with Daniel. He’s highly knowledgeable and takes the time to explain everything in a way that’s easy to understand. He’s thorough, flexible and very easy to work with. We feel confident in his guidance and would absolutely recommend him to help you reach your goals.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Aug 31, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Kylie VanderMeulen

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Aug 4, 2025
My family and I have had a very positive experience with Daniel this year. He has a warm, positive energy and is more than happy to explain complicated concepts in layman's terms. Daniel's friendly and intellectual vibe is great for anyone seeking to look for financial advice, estate planning, wealth management or long-term/short-term retirement goals. Daniel has been essential in helping us navigate the difficult turns and waves of my mother's estate -- thank goodness we found him! We highly recommend!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Aug 4, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Nuy Cho

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 19, 2025
We had such a great experience with Daniel! My wife and I are just starting our family and have been feeling a little overwhelmed about budgeting, saving, and planning for the future, but he made everything so easy to understand. He listened to what mattered to us and gave us a clear and doable plan. Daniel was very helpful, knowledgable, and genuinely cared about our family’s goals. 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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Andrew Fung

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Mar 18, 2025
My wife and I have been working with Daniel on a one-time financial plan to help us get our current finances in better shape and plan for retirement. He clearly knows his stuff and has been very thorough, patient, and accommodating/flexible. Daniel has been great to work with and we highly recommend him.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Mar 18, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Dan K

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Jan 3, 2025
Daniel was exactly the person I needed when I lost my husband late last this year. Everything was falling apart and I had no idea where to even start with life insurance, IRAs, or 401(k)s, and he helped me get everything organized and manageable. He explained things in a way I could actually understand. He was calm and patient through the whole process and gave me confidence to make decisions at my own pace. I can’t recommend Masuda Lehrman Wealth enough for anyone who needs a caring and knowledgeable advisor.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Jan 3, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Hong Le

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Dec 3, 2024
I can't recommend Daniel enough! He has been an absolute lifesaver in helping my parents create a one-time financial plan to assess and model their retirement readiness. From the very beginning, Daniel took the time to understand their unique financial situation and goals. He was incredibly thorough in analyzing their current standing and provided clear, actionable recommendations to improve their chances of achieving a successful retirement. Daniel's expertise in financial planning is evident, and he made what could have been a complex and overwhelming process so much easier to understand. His guidance gave my parents a sense of confidence and peace of mind about their future. We are beyond grateful for his help and feel much more prepared to navigate their retirement planning with his recommendations. If you're looking for a knowledgeable and trustworthy financial planner, Daniel is definitely the one to turn to!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Dec 3, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Sneha Kasuganti

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 11, 2024
As someone who is a complete novice with investing and personal finance topics, I was so glad to find Daniel. I initially needed help with understanding my 403B investment options and employer match, but he took the time to look at all aspects of my finances. He was so patient and easy to talk to. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy and knowledgable financial advisor!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Former Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Stephanie A

5 Stars

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Oct 10, 2024
We have recommended Daniel to friends and family. He’s very informative, easy to speak with, patient, clear, and concise.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Former Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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Adam Febles

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: Client as of Sep 29, 2024
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: Client as of Sep 14, 2024
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: Client as of Sep 10, 2024
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: Client as of May 14, 2024
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: Client as of May 7, 2024
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: Client as of May 2, 2024
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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Mark Sloat, CFP