Hi, I’m karina cook.
I’m a— Tax Strategist, Financial Literacy Educator, and the founder of SAGE: Strategic Advisory for Generational Empowerment.
After years of watching both businesses and households overpay taxes and operate without clear financial guidance, I realized something needed to change. Did you know that nearly 93% of small business owners overpay in taxes, and only 34% of households consider themselves financially literate? I used to be a part of that statistic, too.
But once I started to unlearn and rebuild, I became passionate about helping others do the same — to break the cycle, take control of their financial story, and build generational wealth from the ground up.
Through SAGE, I help business owners and families save money on taxes, redirect funds back into their businesses, and create legacies rooted in knowledge, wisdom, and intentional financial strategy. SAGE was born to help people like you become the author of your financial story— to stop leaving money on the table and start building wealth that will outlive you.
My Approach
Empower. Educate. Relationship. Wisdom
empower + Educate
I empower business owners and families to take control of their finances by giving them practical, actionable strategies. I educate my clients on the “why” behind every move, so they can confidently make decisions and build long-term wealth.
advise & Equip
I advise with a focus on clarity and long-term success, helping clients align their financial goals with smart tax strategies. I equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools to not just survive, but scale and thrive in their business and personal finances.