High Lift Financial, Aligning Family and Business for Generational Wealth

High Lift Financial, Aligning Family and Business for Generational Wealth Comprehensive solutions for your family's automotive collision repair shop business to your life's challenges

As your personal financial point person, or technician, our mission is to be your first contact in any financial matter you may face so you can focus your time and energy on the things most important to you, like your family, your business or career or the causes that you are passionate about. Our first commitment is to align your goals and dreams are, what you and your family need to have in orde

r to live the life you want and, most importantly, what concerns you financially both now and in the future. From there we will develop a financial roadmap that we can monitor and adjust on an ongoing basis. Advisory services are provided through Cornerstone Planning Group, LLC, an independent advisory firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission. To 'Like', 'Share' or 'Follow' this entity's/individual's page or any of the posts on it should in no way be construed as a testimonial or an endorsement of the entity/individual.

Replacing great employees is expensive. Creating reasons for them to stay is often far more affordable than constantly h...
08/31/2026

Replacing great employees is expensive.

Creating reasons for them to stay is often far more affordable than constantly hiring and retraining.

Long-term incentive plans can strengthen both your culture and your business value.

▶️ Watch the complete episode of the Your Business, Your Life podcast with guest Mike Anderson
🔗https://highliftfinancial.com/episode-74-transform-your-business-become-extraordinary-with-mike-anderson/



Disclaimer:
All information is obtained from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. No tax or legal advice is given nor intended. Content provided herein or on our website should not be construed as an offer for investment advice or for securities, insurance, or other investment products. Investments involve the risk of loss and are not guaranteed. Consult a qualified legal, tax, accounting, or financial professional before implementing any investments or strategies discussed here.

High Lift Financial is a DBA for DiFrancesco Financial Concierge, LLC. Investment advisory services are provided through Cornerstone Planning Group, LLC, an independent advisory firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

08/31/2026

Every vehicle is different, and assuming the next one will be the same as the last can lead to costly mistakes.

The key to overcoming technician frustration is knowledge: slow down, understand the vehicle in front of you, and never take anything for granted.

▶️ Watch the complete episode of Your Business, Your Life podcast with guest Pam Oakes
🔗https://highliftfinancial.com/episode-110-beyond-wrenches-how-adas-and-advanced-systems-are-reshaping-auto-repair-with-pam-oakes/



Disclaimer:
All information is obtained from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. No tax or legal advice is given nor intended. Content provided herein or on our website should not be construed as an offer for investment advice or for securities, insurance, or other investment products. Investments involve the risk of loss and are not guaranteed. Consult a qualified legal, tax, accounting, or financial professional before implementing any investments or strategy discussed here.

High Lift Financial is a DBA for DiFrancesco Financial Concierge, LLC. Investment advisory services are provided through Cornerstone Planning Group, LLC, an independent advisory firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

What if your collision repair business gave you more options, not fewer? Join Matt DiFrancesco of High Lift Financial fo...
08/17/2026

What if your collision repair business gave you more options, not fewer?

Join Matt DiFrancesco of High Lift Financial for the AASP/NJ Summer Series webinar, “Building a Business That Gives You Options,” on Wednesday, August 19 at 6:00 p.m.

The webinar is free for current AASP/NJ and AASP/MN members. Register at https://aaspnj.org/ to receive the webinar link.



Alliance of Automotive Service Providers-New Jersey

08/15/2026

Did you know an ESOP can do something most retirement plans can't?

From borrowing money to purchasing company stock, three key differences make an ESOP a unique tool for creating liquidity for business owners.

Understanding how it works could change the way you think about your exit options.

▶️ Watch the complete episode of Your Business, Your Life podcast with guest, Kelly Finnell
🔗https://highliftfinancial.com/episode-108-esops-unpacked-a-smart-exit-strategy-for-business-owners-with-kelly-finnell/



Disclaimer:
All information is obtained from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. No tax or legal advice is given nor intended. Content provided herein or on our website should not be construed as an offer for investment advice or for securities, insurance, or other investment products. Investments involve the risk of loss and are not guaranteed. Consult a qualified legal, tax, accounting, or financial professional before implementing any investments or strategy discussed here.

High Lift Financial is a DBA for DiFrancesco Financial Concierge, LLC. Investment advisory services are provided through Cornerstone Planning Group, LLC, an independent advisory firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

08/14/2026

What do you want your life to look like after the shop?

Starting with the end in mind gives you a clear destination, a new identity to work toward, and the motivation to navigate the challenges of the planning process.

Your next chapter starts with defining what you’re building toward.

▶️ Watch the complete episode of the Your Business, Your Life podcast
🔗https://highliftfinancial.com/episode-107-life-after-the-shop-answering-key-questions-from-the-northeast-conference/



Disclaimer:
All information is obtained from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. No tax or legal advice is given nor intended. Content provided herein or on our website should not be construed as an offer for investment advice or for securities, insurance, or other investment products. Investments involve the risk of loss and are not guaranteed. Consult a qualified legal, tax, accounting, or financial professional before implementing any investments or strategies discussed here.

High Lift Financial is a DBA for DiFrancesco Financial Concierge, LLC. Investment advisory services are provided through Cornerstone Planning Group, LLC, an independent advisory firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Your business should create opportunities, not limit them.On August 19 at 6:00 p.m., join Matt DiFrancesco of High Lift ...
08/13/2026

Your business should create opportunities, not limit them.

On August 19 at 6:00 p.m., join Matt DiFrancesco of High Lift Financial for “Building a Business That Gives You Options,” part of the AASP/NJ Summer Series.

Free for current AASP/NJ and AASP/MN members. Register today at https://aaspnj.org to reserve your spot.

Alliance of Automotive Service Providers-New Jersey

🎧▶️ Podcast Episode 135 – The Leadership Shift Every Shop Owner Needs to Make with Dr. Melissa FurmanIf you're strugglin...
08/08/2026

🎧▶️ Podcast Episode 135 – The Leadership Shift Every Shop Owner Needs to Make with Dr. Melissa Furman

If you're struggling to attract younger technicians or keep great employees engaged, the problem may not be your team.

In this episode Matt DiFrancesco sits down with leadership expert Dr. Melissa Furman to discuss how today's most successful shop owners are adapting their leadership style to build stronger, more committed teams across every generation.

Tune in to discover practical strategies that will help you lead better, retain top talent, and future-proof your business.

WATCH the full episode: https://highliftfinancial.com/episode-135-the-leadership-shift-every-shop-owner-needs-to-make-with-dr-melissa-furman/



DISCLAIMER:
All information is obtained from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. No tax or legal advice is given nor intended. Content provided herein or on our website should not be construed as an offer for investment advice or for securities, insurance, or other investment products. Investments involve the risk of loss and are not guaranteed. Consult a qualified legal, tax, accounting, or financial professional before implementing any investments or strategy discussed here.

High Lift Financial is a DBA for DiFrancesco Financial Concierge, LLC. Investment advisory services are provided through Cornerstone Planning Group, LLC, an independent advisory firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

The future of collision repair isn't about choosing between independent ownership and consolidation.It's about building ...
08/07/2026

The future of collision repair isn't about choosing between independent ownership and consolidation.

It's about building a business strong enough to give you options, whether that's staying independent, passing it on to family, or selling on your terms.

Read the full article and discover why there's room for both models in today's industry.
https://www.bodyshopbusiness.com/independent-collision-repair-facilities-and-msos-there-is-room-for-both/



Disclaimer:
All information is obtained from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. No tax or legal advice is given nor intended. Content provided herein or on our website should not be construed as an offer for investment advice or for securities, insurance, or other investment products. Investments involve the risk of loss and are not guaranteed. Consult a qualified legal, tax, accounting, or financial professional before implementing any investments or strategies discussed here.

High Lift Financial is a DBA for DiFrancesco Financial Concierge, LLC. Investment advisory services are provided through Cornerstone Planning Group, LLC, an independent advisory firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

The women of collision repair are breaking stereotypes every day, proving that skill, determination, and leadership have...
07/31/2026

The women of collision repair are breaking stereotypes every day, proving that skill, determination, and leadership have nothing to do with gender.

They're repairing vehicles, leading successful businesses, mentoring the next generation, and raising the bar for the entire industry.

At High Lift Financial, we're honored to celebrate the women whose grit is shaping the future of collision repair.

💬 Tag a woman in collision repair who inspires you and let her know the impact she's making.

Hiring great technicians is only half the battle. Keeping them requires more than competitive pay. The shops that invest...
07/31/2026

Hiring great technicians is only half the battle.

Keeping them requires more than competitive pay.

The shops that invest in their people today will build stronger teams and stronger businesses tomorrow.

▶️ Watch the complete episode of the Your Business, Your Life podcast with guest Mike Anderson
🔗https://highliftfinancial.com/episode-74-transform-your-business-become-extraordinary-with-mike-anderson/



Disclaimer:
All information is obtained from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. No tax or legal advice is given nor intended. Content provided herein or on our website should not be construed as an offer for investment advice or for securities, insurance, or other investment products. Investments involve the risk of loss and are not guaranteed. Consult a qualified legal, tax, accounting, or financial professional before implementing any investments or strategies discussed here.

High Lift Financial is a DBA for DiFrancesco Financial Concierge, LLC. Investment advisory services are provided through Cornerstone Planning Group, LLC, an independent advisory firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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