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Meet the Team

At our firm, we have the client—and only the client—in mind.

Our reasons for becoming financial professionals are deeply personal. We repeatedly saw many friends and family struggling to find the help they needed to map out their financial future. We're confident that with our understanding of personal finance, coupled with our training as financial professionals, we can help people better prepare for the future. After years in the business, we have developed a reputation for educating individuals in an easy-to-understand manner so they can grasp personal finance and use those concepts to pursue their financial objectives. We feel a commitment to our community.

At our firm, we have the client—and only the client—in mind.

Over the years, we have found that a team approach can be an effective method to help clients who have a wide variety of needs as they maneuver through a complex financial-services world. We invite you to discover and experience the power of our services. We believe it has far-reaching benefits for our clients to get opinions from several sources with diverse backgrounds, education, and experience.

No one strategy fits everyone, which is why every client gets our undivided attention—from planning to execution to follow-up. We take a proactive approach to helping you develop a strategy to address your financial goals and objectives, using the most efficient methods available.

Gary Bonavita, CLU, ChFC®

Financial Planner | Investment Advisor Representative | Financial Services Representative

(201) 226-3304

(201) 712-0383

gbonavita@financialguide.com

Married for 35 + years

Resident of Oradell NJ for 58 years

Member of the Hackensack Golf Club

Enjoys fishing and sailing with family and friends

Michael Werfel

Financial Planner | Investment Advisor Representative | Financial Services Representative

(201) 226-4706

(201) 712-0383

mwerfel@financialguide.com

Married for 15 + years

Resident of the Township of Washington

Volunteers time on the Zoning Board

Has 2 dogs

Enjoys golfing and collecting art and books

Jason Braunstein

Financial Planner | Investment Advisor Representative | Financial Services Representative

(201) 226-3315

(201) 712-0383

jbraunstein@financialguide.com

Lawrence Siliato

Financial Advisor | Investment Advisor Representative | LUTCF®

(201) 226-3307

(201) 712-0383

LSiliato@financialguide.com

Neal Desai

Investment Advisor Representative

201-226-3339

ndesai@financialguide.com

Neal Desai is a dedicated Financial Advisor and Investment Advisor Representative with a robust foundation in finance and investment strategy. A proud alumnus of Indiana University – Bloomington, Neal was an active member of the Epsilon Nu Tau Business Fraternity, where he served on the board and co-headed the financial investment review program. His academic and extracurricular experiences have equipped him with a deep understanding of financial markets and a strategic approach to client investments.

Whether you’re just starting out, growing your family, preparing for retirement, or seeking to protect all that you’ve worked for, Neal is committed to helping you find the right solutions to make the most out of today, tomorrow, and the years to come.

Outside of his professional life, Neal is a fitness enthusiast, committed to a healthy and active lifestyle. He also has a passion for international travel, exploring new cultures and destinations around the world. Neal combines his expertise in financial services with a zest for life, ensuring a well-rounded approach to both his professional and personal pursuits.

I am licensed and registered to offer products and services in NJ. Licenses and registrations will vary. Domiciled in NJ 

Thomas Janovic

Financial Planner | Investment Advisor Representative

(201) 226-3311

(201) 712-0383

tjanovic@financialguide.com

Client Centered

Client Centered

Whether you are investing to build wealth, protect your family, or preserve your assets, our personalized service focuses your needs, wants, and long-term goals.

Our team of professionals have years of experience in financial services. We can help you address your needs of today and for many years to come. We look forward to working with you.