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David Palshaw

Monterey Bay Asset Management · Monterey, California

David Palshaw is a fee-only financial advisor at Monterey Bay Asset Management in Monterey, California, who holds the CFP credential. David charges a percentage of assets (2% a year on the first tier of assets managed).

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Facts

FirmMonterey Bay Asset Management
Based in Monterey, California
Fee modelPercentage of assets
Fees (firm's website)2% a year on the first tier of assets managed
Accepting new clientsYes
Assets under management$22.9M across 32 accounts
CredentialsCFP
SEC registration Investment adviser representative in CA · CRD 4395191
Exams passedSeries 65 (2006) · Series 66 (2002)
Firm size1 employee
Disclosures None reported
Websitewww.montereybayasset.com

How David's firm compares

  • Monterey Bay Asset Management's average account is about $717,000, from its Form ADV (assets managed divided by 32 accounts).

What fee-only advisors charge in California

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Questions about David

Is David Palshaw a fee-only financial advisor?

Yes, according to SEC records as of October 29, 2026: David holds no broker registration, and Monterey Bay Asset Management reports no commissions, no broker-dealer, and no insurance sales or affiliated insurance agency on its Form ADV.

How does David charge for financial advice?

David charges a percentage of assets.

How much does David charge?

According to Monterey Bay Asset Management's website, checked October 30, 2026: 2% a year on the first tier of assets managed.

Where is David Palshaw based?

David Palshaw is based in Monterey, California.

What credentials does David Palshaw hold?

David Palshaw holds the CFP credential.

Is David Palshaw registered with the SEC?

Yes. David Palshaw is registered as an investment adviser representative in CA (CRD 4395191), per SEC Investment Adviser Public Disclosure data as of October 29, 2026.

How much does Monterey Bay Asset Management manage?

Monterey Bay Asset Management reports $22.9M across 32 accounts in assets under management.

How do I contact David Palshaw?

Through David's website, www.montereybayasset.com.

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