PRIVACY POLICY
Kiefer Financial Advising LLC
Effective Date: February 25th, 2026
Our Commitment to Privacy
Kiefer Financial Advising LLC (“the Firm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the confidentiality and security of client and website visitor information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, protect, and share information.
Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide Directly
We collect personal information only when you voluntarily provide it to us, including when you:
Complete client intake forms or questionnaires
Submit information through our website
Communicate with us via email or phone
Engage us for investment advisory or financial planning services
This information may include:
Name
Address
Email address
Phone number
Income information
Asset and liability information
Investment goals and objectives
Risk tolerance information
We do not collect Social Security numbers or maintain custody of client financial accounts.
2. Information Collected Automatically (Website Data)
When you visit our website, certain limited technical information may be collected automatically, including:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
Date and time of access
Our website platform (e.g., Squarespace) may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and user experience.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.
How We Use Information
We use collected information solely for legitimate business purposes, including:
Providing investment advisory and financial planning services
Responding to inquiries
Communicating with clients
Fulfilling legal and regulatory obligations
Improving website functionality
We do not sell personal information.
Information Sharing Practices
We do not sell or share client personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
We may disclose information only as permitted or required by law, including:
To comply with legal or regulatory requirements
With client consent or direction
Because the Firm does not maintain custody of assets and does not execute transactions on behalf of clients, we do not share client information with custodians for account servicing purposes.
Electronic Communications & Online Forms
Information submitted through online forms, including Microsoft Forms or email, is transmitted electronically. While we take reasonable measures to safeguard information, no method of electronic transmission is completely secure.
Clients should avoid submitting highly sensitive information via unsecured email.
How We Protect Information
The Firm maintains reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
Safeguards may include:
Restricted access to client information
Secure cloud-based storage systems
Password protection and multi-factor authentication
Encryption where appropriate
Access to information is limited to individuals who require it to provide services or comply with legal obligations.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide advisory services and to comply with applicable legal, regulatory, and recordkeeping requirements.
Separate Insurance Activities
The Firm’s owner is a licensed insurance agent affiliated with a separate insurance agency. Information obtained through advisory services is not shared with the insurance agency unless authorized by the client or required by law.
Former Clients
We continue to protect the confidentiality of nonpublic personal information of former clients in the same manner as current clients.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any material changes will be reflected by updating the Effective Date. The current version will always be available on our website.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Kiefer Financial Advising LLC
2143 NE 2nd St
Ocala, FL 34470
352-807-7035
riley@kieferfinancialadvising.com