Xavier Angel
CFP®, ChFC®, CLTC®
Certified Financial Planner
After graduating from De La Salle High School in New Orleans, I earned a B.S. in Physics from Loyola University Chicago. In 1999, I accepted my first professional position as a software engineer in Amsterdam, Netherlands, where I spent two years before returning home to New Orleans. In November 2001, I began my career in financial services with MassMutual Financial Group, a decision that set the foundation for my lifelong mission to help others build and protect their wealth.
Today, as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), I take a holistic and intentional approach to financial planning, helping busy professionals ensure their financial security while exploring and achieving avenues for long-term wealth accumulation and preservation. My focus is on providing clarity and confidence so my clients can make sound financial decisions that align with their goals and values.
As a Registered Investment Advisor with Osaic, I’m able to leverage innovative technologies, strategies, and investment resources to deliver objective, client-centered guidance. This independence allows me to uphold the fiduciary standards that are at the heart of Plan Wisely Wealth Advisors’ mission.
Beyond client work, I’m passionate about financial education. Along with my co-host, Erik Garcia, CFP®, I launched the podcast Stuff About Money They Didn’t Teach You in School. Together, we explore how financial decisions shape every aspect of life and provide practical insight to help listeners become more confident money managers.
In addition to holding the CFP® designation, I’ve earned the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) and Certified in Long-Term Care (CLTC®) designations, along with Series 6, 7, and 63 securities licenses.
A Bit More About Me
My wife, Maureen, and I are proud parents of three children—two who have already launched their professional careers and one currently in high school. When I’m not spending time with my family, I can often be found at the stables with my youngest or taking long walks with Beau, our 113-pound Goldendoodle.
Community involvement is an important part of who I am. I served as President of my neighborhood homeowner’s association for 10 years and currently serve on the Board of the Audubon Commission. I’ve also had the honor of serving as both a National Director and two-term President of the Louisiana Chapter of the Society of Financial Service Professionals (SFSP).
My Content
Podcast
Episode 100: Caring for Aging Parents: Why Waiting Is the Most Expensive Option
By Xavier Angel
In this episode of Stuff About Money They Didn’t Teach You in School, Xavier Angel, CFP®, is joined by Shannon Mehaffey Ory, Owner and Senior Care Consultant at Avila Senior Advisors, for an honest conversation…
FAQ
What’s the Difference Between a Financial Advisor and a CFP®?
By Xavier Angel
You’ve probably heard the terms “financial advisor” and “Certified Financial Planner,” and it can sound like marketing jargon. So what’s the real difference? Here’s the simple version. A financial advisor is a broad title. Anyone who helps with investments, insurance, or general money questions can…
Topics
FAQ
How Much Should I Be Saving Every Month?
By Xavier Angel
One of the most practical and popular questions I get is, “How much should I be saving every month?” People love a rule of thumb, so here it is:If you can, aim to save 15…
Topics Saving
Podcast
Episode 98: Plan Before Life Forces Your Hand: The Cost of Waiting
By Xavier Angel
In this solo episode of Stuff About Money They Didn’t Teach You in School, Xavier Angel, CFP®, ChFC®, CLTC, steps behind the mic to wrestle with a tough truth: planning isn’t optional, not if you…
FAQ
What Is a Fiduciary and Does It Matter?
By Xavier Angel
So let’s talk about this word “fiduciary,” because it matters more than most people realize. A fiduciary is a financial professional who is legally required to put your best interest first. Not occasionally. Not when it lines…
Topics
Podcast
Episode 96: Faith, Finances, and Facing Mortality: A Conversation with Gio Arenas
By Xavier Angel
In this moving episode of the Stuff About Money They Didn’t Teach You in School podcast, Xavier Angel, CFP®, ChFC®, CLTC, sits down with Giovani Arenas, business partner of Erik Garcia, CFP®, BFA™, ChFC®, at…
FAQ
Am I on Track for Retirement?
By Xavier Angel
People ask me all the time, “Am I on track for retirement?” And the honest answer is… you won’t know until you define what “on track” even means for you. Most people start with a…
Topics Retirement Planning
Podcast
Episode 93: Can You Afford to Ignore Long Term Care?
By Xavier Angel
In this episode of Stuff About Money They Didn’t Teach You in School, Erik Garcia, CFP®, ChFC®, BFA™, and Xavier Angel, CFP®, ChFC®, CLTC, tackle one of the most important yet often overlooked financial topics:…
Article
Actual Cash Value vs. Replacement Cost: Don’t Let Your Home Insurance Leave You Broke
By Xavier Angel
When it comes to your home or business property insurance, understanding the difference between Actual Cash Value (ACV) and Replacement Cost Value (RCV) isn’t just industry jargon – it’s crucial for your financial security, especially…
Topics Insurance Planning

