Joe Messinger, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, CCFC®

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Capstone Wealth Partners Joe Messinger, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, CCFC®
Dublin, OH

Serving Clients Nationwide

Your goals. Your values. Our guidance. | Fee-Only Financial Advisor

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Areas of Focus

  • Education Funding
  • Education Needs and Funding Analysis
  • Financial Life Planning
  • Retirement Planning
  • Saving for College
  • Student Loan Advising

About Joe Messinger, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, CCFC®

Hi, I'm Joe Messinger. I am co-founder and Director of College Planning at Capstone Wealth Partners, as well as a Co-Founder and Strategic Advisor at College Aid Pro™. I have more than 20 years of experience in financial services and focus on helping families navigate the college funding process. I serve as a financial advisor, educator, and guide, working with families, students, and advisors to make informed decisions. I am also a leading authority on late-stage college funding.

Professional Background

I have over 20 years of financial services experience. I earned my B.S. from Penn State in 2000. I became a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU®) in 2008, a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) in 2011, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) in 2014, and a Certified College Financial Consultant (CCFC) in 2020.

I am a Co-Founder and Strategic Advisor for College Aid Pro Software. I am a member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA) and the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA). I also serve on the Advisory Board at the American Institute of Certified College Financial Consultants (AICCFC) and was named to the Columbus Business First “Forty Under 40” Class of 2013.

Fun Facts

▪️ I actually went to college to become a chef, and while I still love to cook, I now do it only for family and friends.

▪️ I enjoy fine dining and a great bottle of wine. My financial career began after a friend’s suggestion while I was in Atlanta.

▪️ When I’m not working, I’m usually traveling, playing guitar, or enjoying live music with family and friends.

▪️ I’m a football fan and root for the Nittany Lions and the New York Giants.

▪️ I split time between Ohio and Florida and also enjoy spending time in Colorado.

Professional Designations

  • Certified College Financial Consultant (CCFC)
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ®
  • Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
  • Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)

CCFC Areas of Specialization

  • Education Funding

Affiliations

  • American Institute of Certified College Financial Consultants (AICCFC)
  • Financial Planning Association
  • National Association of Personal Financial Advisors

Primary Location

6037 Frantz Road Suite 104, Dublin, Ohio 43017

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Meeting Options

  • Video Conference
  • In-Person
  • Phone

Compensation Methods

  • Fee Only
  • Flat Fee
  • Subscription

What to expect in the first meeting

Click the 'Book Intro Call' button above to schedule a Get Acquainted Meeting. This is a complimentary Zoom meeting or phone call to discuss your planning needs and give us both a chance to make sure your situation matches our expertise. We look forward to speaking with you.

Offers Investment Management

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About Capstone Wealth Partners

Capstone Wealth Partners is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning firm based in Dublin, Ohio, with advisors in Grand Junction, Colorado, and Sarasota, Florida, serving pre-retirees and college-bound families nationwide with comprehensive planning, tax strategies, and investment management.

At Capstone Wealth Partners, we’re not your typical financial advisors. We’re committed to The Capstone Way – putting your needs first through transparent, goals-oriented planning and sustained support. Let us help you achieve financial clarity and confidence, no matter what stage of life you’re in.

What Sets Us Apart

✔️ We are a fee-only firm, not trying to sell you insurance products or invest all your assets with us.

✔️ We start with a comprehensive goals-based plan to organize your priorities, then build a customized financial strategy.

✔️ We are a trusted partner, providing ongoing guidance, education, and a listening ear – here to help you work through life’s wins and challenges, and adjust your plan accordingly in each new season.

Design. Build. Protect.

The three simple words at the heart of everything we do.

Design: Explore, understand, and clarify your life and financial goals.

Build: Put all the wheels of your holistic financial plan in motion through extensive research and planning strategies.

Protect: Stay on track through continual analysis, advice, and education.

Who We Serve

✔️ College-bound Families
✔️ Pre-Retirees
✔️ Business Owners
✔️ Individuals

Education

Penn State University, Bachelor of Science (BS)

Hobbies and Interests

  • Cooking
  • Eating Out
  • Family
  • Football
  • Music
  • Traveling
  • Wine

Who We Serve

  • Baby Boomers
  • Business Owners
  • Corporate Executives
  • Dual Income Family
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Families
  • Gen X
  • Gen Y / Millennials
  • Individuals
  • Intergenerational Families
  • Living in Retirement
  • Parents
  • Young Families

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What fees does Capstone Financial Planning charge?
At Capstone, we believe in transparent, trusted financial advice for one low monthly fee. We are a fee-only firm, not trying to sell you insurance products or invest all your assets with us. You pay a simple flat monthly membership fee based on your unique needs. Check out our pricing calculator for the fee you can expect to pay based only on the services you need. View Pricing Calculator

FAQ Disclosures

CWP is an independent Fee-Only Registered Investment Adviser (RIA).