Seasoned, equity compensation tax strategy financial advisors in Arkansas
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 received stock options or restricted stock units (RSUs) as part of your compensation, you need an advisor who understands how to manage the tax implications effectively. Without careful planning, you might pay more taxes than necessary or miss key deadlines that affect your tax bill. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience, helping you navigate complex tax rules tied to equity awards.
- Tax timing strategies. Ask how they plan the sale or exercise of your equity to minimize tax impact across different years.
- Alternative minimum tax (AMT) insight. Confirm they understand how AMT can affect incentive stock options and your overall tax situation.
- Integration with your financial goals. Look for advisors who consider your equity compensation alongside retirement, cash flow, and estate plans.
- Experience with Arkansas tax rules. State-specific knowledge can help optimize your tax outcomes beyond federal considerations.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michael M
Series 63, Series 65
New York, NY
Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC
Michael Mirabelli brings 34 years of experience and specializes in equity compensation tax strategy, including managing concentrated stock and income planning. While based in New York, he works with a firm offering fee-based financial planning to a diverse client base, including trusts and charitable organizations. His background includes leadership in philanthropy, which may appeal to clients interested in integrating charitable giving with their financial plans.
Experience: 35 years
Avg account: $1,258,276
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Alice H
Series 63, Series 65
Bella Vista, AR
UBS Financial Services
Alice Hurl's 26 years of experience and expertise in equity compensation tax strategy make her well-equipped to help clients in Arkansas manage the tax implications of stock options and RSUs. Working at UBS Financial Services, a large firm known for combining institutional trading with wealth management, she serves high-net-worth individuals and integrates retirement planning and cash flow budgeting into her approach, offering a comprehensive strategy beyond just tax timing.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $693,691
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Nikifor P
Series 63, Series 66
Bella Vista, AR
Advisory Services Network
Nikifor Paunov specializes in equity compensation tax strategy with 27 years of experience, making him well-equipped to handle complex tax implications of stock options and RSUs in Arkansas. He offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning services through Advisory Services Network, a firm managing $8.6 billion in assets, and brings additional expertise from his background in forensic accounting and business ownership, distinguishing him from other seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $826,033
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Allen H
Series 66
Hot Springs Village, AR
Optivise Advisory Services LLC
Allen Hargis offers expertise in equity compensation tax strategy with 21 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, making him well-equipped to handle complex tax implications of stock options and RSUs in Arkansas. His firm, Optivise Advisory Services LLC, provides both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with a flat-fee structure up to $10,000 for financial planning, distinguishing him from others by combining seasoned tax preparation leadership and a broad client service approach.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $234,025
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Brandon S
CFP®, Series 65, Series 66
Rogers, AR
Private Advisor Group, LLC
Brandon Simmons brings 27 years of experience and CFP® certification to managing equity compensation tax strategies, including options and derivatives, making him well-equipped to handle complex tax implications for Arkansas clients. His affiliation with LPL Financial and Mariner Advisor Network offers access to extensive research and diverse portfolio management, while his flexible fee structure includes negotiable AUM fees and fixed planning fees, distinguishing him from other seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $330,212
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