Managing Director, Wealth Advisor

Sahil Vakil

About Sahil

Sahil Vakil is an award-winning financial advisor, honored as a Top 100 Advisor by Investopedia, celebrated as a 40 Under 40 by Investment News, and invited to join the Forbes New York Business Council. He is also among the select entrepreneurs in this world, to have participated in Y Combinator’s Start Up School. In his prior life, he served as an Adjunct Professor at NYU (New York University) teaching the Masters in Financial Planning program, and as a Management Consultant, advising Fortune 500 firm executives on business strategy and financial performance improvement. From an educational standpoint, Sahil has an M.B.A. from The Wharton School, is a CFA charter holder, is a CFP certificate holder, has a M.S. in Electrical (& Aerospace) Engineering from the University of Southern California (USC), and a B.E. in Electrical Engineering (& Computer Science) from the University of Mumbai. Sahil is an avid cricket fan and enjoys traveling the world with his wife and daughter (Myra). Fun Fact: Sahil & his wife were cast on HGTV’s “House Hunters” show.

FAQs

  • As a fiduciary, how are your investment incentives legally aligned with my personal success?+
    Farther advisors act in your best interest and are fiduciaries. We’ve eliminated commissions to remove conflicts and use a simple, transparent fee structure. Our growth depends directly on your success — we thrive only when your wealth does.
  • How do I know my information and my wealth are safe on Farther’s platform?+
    Farther’s platform uses advanced encryption, continuous monitoring, and a proprietary vault architecture engineered for maximum data integrity. Backed by leading global tech investors like Alphabet’s CapitalG, our systems are designed and vetted to keep your wealth safe.
  • What’s the first step to getting started, and what should I expect during our first conversation?+
    Start by scheduling a discovery call. Think of it as a mutual interview, not a sales pitch. We’ll explore your goals, assets, and financial vision. If we’re the right fit, our Concierge Team seamlessly handles setup and transfers, ensuring a smooth, tax-efficient transition from day one.
  • How does your proprietary technology enhance, rather than replace, human investment expertise?+
    Our technology amplifies — not replaces — human expertise. The platform manages daily precision tasks, freeing your advisor to focus on strategy and nuance. This blend of advanced automation and human insight ensures your wealth benefits from both innovation and personal guidance.
  • How do you coordinate my entire financial life — from taxes and estate planning to my complex investments — in one place?+
    Farther acts as your wealth’s central hub. Our unified platform brings all your accounts together, while your dedicated advisor orchestrates your investment, tax, and estate strategies. The result is a seamless, proactive, and fully coordinated approach to managing every part of your financial life.

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Sahil Vakil, Managing Director, Wealth Advisor — Farther