Top cross-border / expatriate tax planning financial advisors in Anaheim, CA
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 live or work across borders, or plan to move abroad, you need an advisor who understands how different countries' tax rules interact. Without this expertise, you might face unexpected tax bills or miss opportunities to reduce your tax burden.
- Income sourcing rules. Ask how they handle income earned in multiple countries and which tax treaties apply to you.
- Property tax implications. Confirm they consider local laws like California's Proposition 13, which can limit property tax increases.
- Retirement account coordination. Cross-border moves can affect your retirement savings; check how they manage tax treatment of these accounts.
- Compliance with reporting. Ensure they guide you through foreign asset reporting requirements to avoid penalties.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Christopher L
Series 66
Newport Beach, CA
Merrill
Christopher Leu specializes in cross-border and expatriate tax planning, leveraging over 30 years of financial services experience and fluency in multiple languages to assist clients with international wealth management. Based in Newport Beach and affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, he offers a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies and focuses on mid-career professionals and high earners, distinguishing him with extensive executive and business owner expertise.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Stephen P
CFA®, Series 63
Irvine, CA
Patels Capital
Stephen Patel specializes in cross-border and expatriate tax planning, offering expertise in private and alternative investments as well as real estate investing, which is crucial for managing complex tax situations across countries. Based in Irvine, CA, his firm provides flat-fee consulting and financial planning services, distinguishing him with flexible fee structures and a focus on institutional and small business clients through both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.
Experience: 1 year
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Sheila C
Series 66
Newport Beach, CA
One Capital Management, LLC
Sheila Cimini specializes in cross-border and expatriate tax planning, supported by 15 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, making her well-equipped to navigate complex international tax issues. Operating from Newport Beach, CA, she offers flat-fee wealth management planning and independent advisory services through One Capital Management, a firm managing $7 billion with a research-driven investment approach, distinguishing her from other advisors in Anaheim.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $1,539,379
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