Fred Molfino, CPWA®

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Fred Molfino, CPWA®

Fred Molfino, CPWA®

Principal | Wealth Advisor

Experience

Principal | Wealth Advisor

Parallel Advisors, LLC

Aug 2020 - Present | San Francisco

Founder and Managing Director

Three Bridge Wealth Advisors

Aug 2009 - Aug 2020 | Portola Valley, CA

Education

Economics and Philosophy

Boston College

1987 - 1991

Certified Private Wealth Advisor

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business

2010 - 2010

Our Approach

Wealth should bring opportunity, not a mounting to-do list. We provide the strategic foundation and expertise necessary to simplify complex wealth management for families. Our process integrates trust and estate planning, tax strategy, and risk mitigation to create a clear roadmap that informs every investment decision. We don’t just design the infrastructure; we handle the disciplined execution and long-term oversight required to see your family’s vision come to life.

San Francisco

Who We Serve

Demographics

Married Couples

Navigate joint financial decisions, tax strategies and legacy planning together.

Multi Generational Families

Coordinate wealth strategies across generations for lasting family prosperity.

Professionals

Corporate C Suite

Sophisticated wealth strategies for C-level executives and their families.

Founder / Entrepreneur - Tech

From startup equity to exit planning - guidance through every growth stage.

Inherited Wealth

Preserve and grow family wealth across generations with thoughtful stewardship.

Investors (PE/Venture)

Sophisticated strategies for alternative investment professionals.

Asset Management Professionals

Strategic planning for asset management industry professionals.

Areas of Focus

Specialized expertise where I deliver the greatest value

Tax Strategy

Proactive tax planning integrated with your investment and financial decisions.

Tax Planning / Preparation

Comprehensive tax planning and preparation services.

Estate Strategy

Thoughtful estate planning to protect your legacy and provide for future generations.

Risk Management

Comprehensive insurance and risk mitigation strategies.

Multi-National / Cross Border

Navigate international tax and wealth planning complexities.

Meet Our Team

Chris Broderick

Chris Broderick

Principal | Head of Research & Trading

Heather Katzenstein

Heather Katzenstein, MBA

Trust Services Director

Salil Mehta

Salil Mehta

Director of Private Market Investments

Phil Scavo

Phillip Scavo, CFP®, MBA

Manager of Wealth Planning

Latest Insights

Market commentary and investment perspectives

Chris Broderick

Chris Broderick

Principal | Head of Research & Trading

Q1 2026 Review & Outlook

War, Private Credit Worries and AI Anxiety Weigh on Stocks

April 2026

Market volatility spiked in the first quarter of 2026. A surge in geopolitical tensions, growing concerns about potential stress in private credit markets, and fears that artificial intelligence (AI) may disrupt certain industries combined to push the S&P 500 moderately lower to start the year.

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Phillip Scavo

Phillip Scavo

CFP®, MBA | Manager of Wealth Planning

Q1 2026 Wealth Strategy Insights

Required Minimum Distributions: A Guide to RMDs

April 2026

Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) are the minimum amounts the IRS requires you to withdraw each year from retirement accounts such as IRAs, 401(k)s, or similar plans once you reach a certain age.

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Chris Broderick

Chris Broderick

Research & Portfolio Strategy Director

Q4 2025 Review & Outlook

Stocks Extend the Bull Market Run in 2025

January 2026

The S&P 500 opened the fourth quarter by reaching a new all-time high in early October. However, market volatility increased later in the month amid renewed trade tensions between the United States and China.

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