“The strongest oak tree of the forest is not the one that is protected from the storm and hidden from the sun. It's the one that stands in the open where it is compelled to struggle for its existence against the winds and rains and the scorching sun.”
Napoleon Hill
Our Unique Approach
Driven by the power of
knowing and genuine care:
We help clients clarify their financial position, goals, and aspirations through a process of discovery.
Together, we develop a view of their situation that goes beyond the numbers and incorporates their core values, life & career aspirations, and mindset.
To help our clients understand the key decisions to be made, we provide fact based and proprietary perspectives on what others like them have done in similar situations.
We help clients refine their thinking and co-create a personalized plan to ensure they’re prepared for whatever life may bring.
Advice & solutions
anchored in protection
We believe that protecting what matters most should be at the heart of every financial plan*.
Beyond protection, we help our clients address a broad range of other key needs - such as cashflow management, wealth accumulation, and creating a legacy - with the comfort of knowing we are working to help keep the downside protected.
Our strategic alliances provide access to companies who’s strength lies in their distinctive expertise in providing long-term guarantees, a 170+ year track-record, and mutuality, which aligns them with the best interest of our clients.
Supported by
on-going guidance
We help our clients act on and stick to their plans through transparent reporting, ongoing education, regular touchpoints, and proactive communications.
Recognizing that life rarely unfolds exactly as anyone anticipates, we review client’s plans regularly and provide financial and behavioral coaching that helps them navigate through their stresses, impulses, and biases during moments of change.
As in any trusted relationship, we share the accountability for successful outcomes.
We provide clients with the peace of mind that comes with knowing their needs are met.
Silas started the financial consulting firm Silas Parker & Associates in 2006 with the purpose of helping people clarify & accomplish their most important goals.
Our Mission: To guide those seeking financial clarity & prosperity; built upon the pillars of honesty, leadership, compassion, and wisdom.
Silas has dedicated his professional life to providing clients and their advisors with the guidance needed to identify and pursue their best financial opportunities.
He loves answering questions, translating complex issues into simple solutions, and going the extra mile to show how much he truly cares.
Born in the Ozark Mountains, Silas spent his first years in a small, humble dwelling his father built in the woods. His name even means “man of the forest.” One of his greatest inspirations, his Oma (Meta Parker/grandmother), lived just down the dirt road. Meta, a World War II survivor and widow, taught him love for God, joy for life, and a resilience for life’s hardships. In the late ‘70s, Silas’ father joined the military and the family moved to Central Texas in the early ‘80s. As a young teenager, Silas went out on his own to escape his parents’ complicated divorce. Finding solace in music, he traveled the West Coast performing with a band. Eventually he made his way back to Texas, settling in Austin, which he has called home since 1994.
During a magical evening at a wildlife refuge benefit in 2000, he met his wife Marjorie. They have a music-loving son August, and now also raise his wife’s younger sister Winnie (since their mother’s sudden passing). Silas enjoys coaching sports, and actively volunteers at West Austin Youth Association. Music continues as a passion in his life, and he performs as a bass player in local Austin bands. His grandmother’s influence is still deeply there, as he reads his Bible each morning and attends the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. He also volunteers in worship services at Good Shepherd as a Eucharistic minister, worship leader, and fill-in bass player.
Haleigh is responsible for overseeing client relationships and ensures that each client receives a superior level of overall client service. Her background in customer service stems from multiple years in property management & childcare. Her overall goal is to provide timeliness, accuracy and excellence to all client needs.
Haleigh moved to Austin two years ago from her hometown just outside of Dallas in Carrollton, TX. She loves being outdoors, improving in the gym, live music, snuggling with her dog Blitzen and spending time with her family when she can. Haleigh is passionate about helping people overcome life’s adversities and finding healthy ways to cope with difficult situations.
“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.”
– Dr.Suess
Larissa’s job is to ensure the business is running smoothly and that we are providing our clients with a level of service that surpasses their expectations. She provides day-to-day leadership and management of firm operations that mirrors the company’s mission, vision, and core values. In an environment that is committed to excellence on all levels, Larissa brings clear communication and team support to keep the organization operating at peak performance.
Larissa lives by the motto “Kindness is a Choice” and has more than 20 years of customer service & administrative experience applying that motto daily. She was born in Cuba to a Navy family. Austin is the farthest north she’s ever lived! Larissa has a son, Brady, who is 20. She enjoys live music and dancing. She also enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and playing with her puppy.
As a Member Agent of The Nautilus Group®, a service of New York Life Insurance Company, Silas Parker works hand-in-hand with Nautilus specialists experienced in taxes, estate law, life insurance, accounting, and charitable giving. This relationship helps ensure you benefit from some of the most sound thinking when it comes to your estate.
Eagle Strategies LLC
Through Eagle Strategies, Silas Parker provides fee-based financial planning, investment advisory services and access to investment management programs. Eagle Strategies LLC is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission as an "Investment Adviser" and is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company.
New York Life
Silas Parker and his fellow financial professionals are proud to be affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company. New York Life and its wholly-owned subsidiaries provide life insurance, fixed annuities, and long-term care insurance. A mutual insurance company, New York Life is one of the largest mutual life insurance company in the United States and holds the highest possible financial strength ratings currently awarded to any life insurer from all four of the major credit rating agencies: A.M. Best (A++), Fitch (AAA), Moody's Investor Service (Aaa), Standard & Poor's (AA+). (Source: Individual independent rating agency commentary as of 8/9/16.)
Ash Brokerage
Ash Brokerage is an unaffiliated privately-owned family-operated insurance brokerage general agency. Ash provides us with a multitude of products and support for life insurance, long-term care, disability income, and annuities, not available through New York Life or its subsidiaries. Our partnership with Ash complements our mission to provide our clients with objective solutions to suit their individual needs.
If what I say resonates with you, it is merely because we are both branches on the same tree.
W.B. Yeats
An objective-driven process to help you protect what matters most
Data
Analyze
Present
Implement
Monitor
Review
Initial
Meeting
Goals & Direction
Our holistic process is designed for us to get to know you, learn about your priorities and values, and then educate you on your options so that you can make wise decisions that benefit you and the people you care about most. Click on the eight steps to learn more about our approach.
During the initial meeting, we’ll get to know each other and discuss the objectives that are important to you. We’ll also answer any questions you may have about our process, organization, & resources.
During this meeting, we’ll crystallize your goals & objectives. We’ll then determine the scope of services recommenced and decide if we go in a common direction as a team towards accomplishing them.
Our discovery process is designed to ensure we review all the pertinent data applicable to your goals & objectives. We’ll also work with the other members of your advisory team to help simplify the data gathering process.
During this session, we will present your big picture plan and the recommended strategies. We’ll also begin unpacking the individual components of the plan and the steps needed to move your objectives forward.
Taking action is one of the most important steps in pursuing your goals. During this phase, we guide you through the actions needed to make sure the work gets done and you’re moving in the direction towards accomplishing your goals. This is where our leadership really shines and sets us apart from other advisory firms.
Planning is not a one-time action. As time moves on and life inevitably changes, we’ll re-sync to determine what modifications or adjustments are needed in order to keep you on track towards accomplishing your goals. In the event your goals change, we’ll be prepared to help redesign your master plan and keep you on track.
Someone's sitting in the shade today because
someone planted a tree a long time ago.
Warren Buffet
Client Profiles
At Silas Parker & Associates, we don’t try to be everything to everyone. We have specific expertise in working with successful people who primarily fall into one of the categories below. Our clients are not exclusive to these categories; however, we specialize in managing the challenges and opportunities of business owners, executives, physicians, and retirees. Our practice has tremendous resources, knowledge, and experience in managing your financial situation. We help our clients clarify the best options available so you can make wise decisions and have peace of mind.
You and your advisor team can evaluate your situation easily
Develop strategies for the future
Stay informed and
avoid big surprises
Simplify your life
Personal Planning
Estate Planning
Wealth Preservation
Tax Strategies
Special Needs Planning
Philanthropy
Retirement Protection
Education Planning
Personal Insurance:
Disability
Life
Long Term Care Insurance
Business Planning
Executive Compensation Plans
Business Continuation
Business Succession & Exit Planning
Buy-Sell Planning
Key Person Protection
Qualified Retirement Planning
401k Plans
SEP
Simple IRAs
Employee Benefits
Group Life Insurance
Group Long Term Care Insurance
Group Disability
Group Dental
Group Health Insurance
Employee Personal Planning
The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
SP&A Brochure
Tax Chart 2019
History of Taxes
Fiduciary Checklist
Neither Silas Parker & Associates, nor its employees, provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. Please consult your own tax, legal, or accounting professional before making any decisions.
Be sure you put your feet in the right place, then stand firm.
Abraham Lincoln
The Business Owner
We understand that your company, your life, and your finances are all intertwined. Through every stage of the business life cycle, we are here by your side to help you minimize your tax burden, maximize your financial opportunities, and protect your assets.
Your financial affairs can be complex because of your vast earning potential, unique salary and bonus arrangements, and demanding schedule. At Silas Parker & Associates, we have the expertise you need to maximize your opportunities and secure your future.
We know firsthand the intricacies and hurdles you must overcome in order to provide the future you want for your family. Whether that means saving for college, planning to make work optional, or leaving a legacy for generations to come, we can guide you at every step of the way.
What everyone wants out of retirement is different. No matter what your goals are, or how much planning you have or haven’t done, we’ll help you identify how to get to the finish line successfully.
You may have a unique financial profile because of your delayed career start, educational debt, and high earning potential. We’re ready to help you navigate every challenge so you can optimize your financial opportunities both now and in the future.
As a financial advisory firm, we’ve always loved
oak trees and what they represent.
They’re strong, they thrive, and they can withstand almost any storm that comes their way. That’s exactly what we want for all of our clients, for them to look at life and their money with hope and optimism, while at the same time making sure that they’re protected from the inevitable storms of life. We want their wealth and assets to grow no matter what environment they’re in, and we want to plan ahead to make sure that when the unexpected happens, we can handle it with resilience. You already have an idea in your mind of what the good life is to you, and whatever that is, it’s our job to help you crystallize your vision and pursue the right opportunities to get there and stay there through every twist and turn in life. If that sounds like the kind of firm you want to work with, we should talk.
