CFP®-certified financial advisors working with executives in Albany, NY
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
If you recently stepped into an executive role or are preparing for a significant leadership transition, you need an advisor who understands the unique financial challenges executives face. Without this focus, it's easy to overlook complex tax implications or miss opportunities to align your compensation with your long-term goals. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, which can help you navigate these complexities with more confidence.
- Executive compensation insight. Confirm how they handle stock options, bonuses, and deferred compensation to optimize your overall package.
- Tax planning around estate limits. Ask how they manage the estate tax cliff, which can cause large tax bills just above exemption thresholds.
- Career transition support. See if they provide guidance on financial shifts during promotions, relocations, or retirement planning.
- Coordination with legal counsel. Executive financial plans often require syncing with legal strategies; check how they collaborate with your attorneys.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Paul M
CFP®, Series 63
Albany, NY
Janney Montgomery Scott
Paul Murray's 34 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of executives in Albany, NY, including tax-loss harvesting and ESG investing. Working at Janney Montgomery Scott, a large firm managing over $100 billion in assets, he offers flat-fee arrangements and serves high-net-worth clients, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $406,735
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Derek G
CFP®, Series 66
Albany, NY
Curran Wealth Management
Derek Gray's 20 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of executives in Albany, NY, including managing executive compensation and retirement income strategies. His firm, Curran Wealth Management, serves high-net-worth clients with a bottom-up fundamental investment approach and offers flat-fee financial planning, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or investment styles.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $2,078,120
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Thomas W
CFP®, Series 63
Savannah, GA
Cetera
Thomas Walling's 26 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of executives in Albany, NY, including tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners. His affiliation with Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and fiduciary services, along with flexible flat-fee and hourly consulting options, distinguishes him from other advisors in the area.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Jordan A
CFP®, Series 66, Series 63
New York, NY
Merrill
Jordan Andre's CFP® certification and experience with executive and founder clients in Albany, NY, equip him to address complex executive compensation and tax planning needs. Working at Merrill, a large firm with diverse managed account programs and a 1.10% AUM fee for accounts under $2 million, he offers active portfolio management and tax-loss harvesting strategies, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller firm affiliations or different fee structures.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Robert P
CFP®, Series 66, Series 65
Albany, NY
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
Robert Palmer's 26 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of executives in Albany, NY, including executive compensation and tax planning. His firm, Focus Partners Wealth, LLC, serves high-net-worth clients with a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach, offering flat-fee and hourly pricing options that differentiate him from other advisors in the area.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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