
Ralph V. Allen, CLU, Chfc, RICP
(801) 610-6167
ralph@whittenburggroup.com
Ralph Allen is now in his 4th decade of providing sound financial advice, products and services to a broad cross section of clients. From those years as an advisor, a common thread has prevailed. "Nobody plans to fail, yet most do". . From a statistical perspective, the real numbers have not deviated much in over 35 years. Perhaps we can chalk it up to the difficulty most have to behavioral changes, but we know that unless there is a process where both the client and advisor agree, progress can be elusive. My goal is to help people fortify themselves, their families, and their business against those calamities that are all too familiar to each of us. We need to understand and appreciate our economic value. Everyday someone faces the possibility of outliving their nest egg, disruption of income due to sickness or a tragic accident, or the irrecoverable loss of your best asset...you. Proactive planning addresses that and much more. Clients live less stressful lives. The goal is to eliminate panic when the uncontrollable event occurs and allow the plan to work. Businesses and their best talent follow a similar track. Transitioning to the next generation of owners and/or retaining those key players becomes crucial. The intent is to treat the business as a separate, living entity that depends on success and synergy to survive. Strategies that provide retirement funds and long term care services are emphasized because they are related to prosperity and satisfaction. I assist those who need help structuring income, inheritances, and Social Security while managing portfolios created for specific client needs and goals I am a proud member of the Society of Financial Service Professionals (SFSP), National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) and subscribes to continuing education on a frequent basis. I earned my Chartered Life Underwriter designation (CLU) in 1996 and followed up with the Chartered Financial Consultant (Chfc) the following year. My most recent designation, Retirement Income Certified Planner (RICP), was attained in 2020. I hold Series 6, 63, and 65 registrations and my broker dealer is Woodbury Financial Services, Inc.
My wife Tammy and I have lived in Syracuse, Utah since 1998. We are the proud parents of four great children who have nine grandchildren between them. I am active in my church and community and spending time with his family and friend brings unmeasurable joy. I love sports, the outdoors and BBQS. I am especially grateful for my clients for whom I have the highest regard.