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Real questions, answered the way Mathew answers them with clients: no jargon, no sales pitch, one topic at a time.

Mathew Eardley, Founder and Advisor at Koinos Financial, at his desk
August 21, 2026 5 min read
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Why I Started a Financial Advisory Firm With No Asset Minimum→

Most financial advisers set a minimum before they'll take your call. Here's why I built Koinos — a fee-only, fiduciary firm with no asset minimum. Serving clients in Boise and beyond.

Welcome! Fee-Only Advice About Koinos
September 8, 2026 6 min read

Questions Worth Asking Any Financial Planner→

A checklist of direct questions to ask before hiring a financial planner, anywhere, and where to verify the answers yourself.

Working With an Advisor Choosing an Advisor
September 4, 2026 4 min read

What Happens When You Work With a Financial Planner→

Thinking about booking a call but not sure what you're walking into? Here's the step-by-step process from the first conversation to ongoing planning.

Financial Planning Process Working With Koinos Getting Started
September 2, 2026 5 min read

Financial Planning Is More Than Picking Investments→

Financial planning covers more than investments: debt, taxes, insurance, and how those decisions connect. See which way of working with Koinos fits you.

Education Financial Planning Basics
August 28, 2026 6 min read

Is a Financial Advisor Worth the Fee? Here's What the Research Says.→

Vanguard studied what financial advisors actually add to a client's bottom line. Here's what the research found, in plain English.

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