Where Economic Empowerment Matters

Building the confidence you need to take meaningful steps toward prosperity and wealth creation.

We Are Fiduciaries

We aim to always act in the best interest of our clients.  We do not charge commissions, and we do not have sales quotas.

LJ Yarborough

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ABOUT THE FIRM

Founded in 2017 by LJ Yarborough, YAMS, LLC (or Yarborough Asset Management Strategies) is a North Carolina registered investment advisory firm formed with a goal of offering comprehensive wealth management and tailored investment solutions to families and organizations across multiple income and asset levels. We take pride in our independence and responsive service.  We do not receive commissions for selling financial products, and we work diligently to avoid conflicts of interest that put our interests before the interest of our clients.

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Mr. Yarborough earned his B.S. degree in Mathematics from Winston-Salem State University, and his MBA with a concentration in Finance from the University of Rochester. He has over a decade of experience working in the financial services industry, honing skills as a banker and as a financial advisor at global investment firms UBS and Morgan Stanley. LJ enjoys sharing his time and talents with the community and has served on the boards of several non-profit organizations. He currently serves as Treasurer for Central Wake High School in Raleigh, NC.

Key Services Offered

Investment Management

Investment Management

Investment management involves buying and selling securities in a brokerage account, as well as, managing other assets on an investor's behalf. Whether you seek aggressive growth or conservative preservation, we aim to align your portfolio with your temperament and investment objectives.

Financial Planning

Financial Planning

Financial planning is the process of determining how to allocate financial resources to achieve specific objectives.  There are multiple steps to creating a financial plan, but those that go through the process are often more organized, more confident, and more likely to achieve their future goals. 

Start Your Path to Prosperity

Download our "Information to Gather" checklist or schedule an initial consultation to see how we can empower your financial future.