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Have questions about getting started with your finances? We're here to help with guidance, not sales pitches.
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Whether you're looking for clarification on something you read, need help choosing between platforms, or want to suggest topics for future content, we'd love to hear from you.
Phone
+1 (646) 481‑0293
Available during business hours for quick questions
Address
85 Lenox Avenue, Floor 4
New York, NY 10026
By appointment only
📅 Response Times
We respond within 48 hours on business days. More complex questions might take a bit longer for a thoughtful response.
🎯 What We Can Help With
- Clarifying concepts from our content
- General guidance on choosing platforms
- Suggestions for topics to cover
- Questions about financial basics
📋 What We Don't Do
- Specific investment advice for your situation
- Tax or legal advice
- Account-specific troubleshooting
- Sales calls or product pitches
Our Approach
First Step Finance exists to make financial education more accessible and less intimidating. We're not affiliated with any specific platform or product—our goal is simply to help beginners navigate their options with confidence.
🎯 Education First
We believe informed decisions are better than perfect ones. Our content focuses on helping you understand your options, not pushing you toward specific choices.
💡 Honest Analysis
We discuss both strengths and limitations of different platforms and strategies. Real guidance includes pointing out potential downsides.
🚀 Action Over Perfection
The best financial plan is the one you actually follow. We encourage starting with good choices rather than waiting for perfect ones.
🤝 No Hidden Agenda
We don't receive commissions from platforms we mention. When we recommend something, it's because we genuinely think it's helpful for beginners.
Before You Contact Us
Here are some quick answers to questions we get frequently:
Q: Which platform should I choose?
A: It depends on your learning style and preferences. Check our Platform Overview for detailed comparisons, or email us with your specific situation for guidance.
Q: Is this financial advice?
A: No, we provide educational content and general guidance. For specific investment advice tailored to your situation, consult with a qualified financial advisor.
Q: Do you work with Lopay or other platforms?
A: We're independent. We mention platforms we think are beginner-friendly, but we don't have business relationships with them.
Stay Updated
We regularly update our content based on changes in the financial landscape and feedback from readers like you. Check back periodically, or email us to suggest topics you'd like us to cover.
🔄 Content Updates
We review and update our platform comparisons quarterly to reflect changes in fees, features, and user experiences.
📝 New Topics
Suggest topics you'd like us to cover. We prioritize content that helps beginners avoid common mistakes and make informed decisions.
💬 Community Feedback
Your questions and experiences help us improve our content. Share what's working, what's confusing, or what's missing.