Top medicare planning 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.
You need a Medicare planning advisor when you're approaching age 65 or facing changes in your health coverage options. Without expert guidance, it's easy to miss enrollment deadlines or choose plans that don't fit your medical needs and budget.
- Enrollment timing. Confirm how they help you avoid costly late enrollment penalties by tracking your specific eligibility windows.
- Plan comparison. Ask how they evaluate Medicare Advantage, Part D, and supplemental plans to match your prescriptions and preferred doctors.
- Coordination with other coverage. Make sure they consider how Medicare works with any employer or retiree insurance you have to prevent coverage gaps or overlaps.
- Cost management. Inquire about strategies they use to minimize your out-of-pocket expenses while maintaining access to necessary care.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Darren V
Series 63, Series 65
Lowell, AR
Tekton Wealth Advisors
Darren Vilardo Sr. specializes in Medicare planning, leveraging 24 years of experience to help clients in Arkansas navigate enrollment timing, plan comparisons, and cost management effectively. As an independent advisor at Tekton Wealth Advisors, he offers a comprehensive approach that includes income and tax planning, with flexible fee options ranging from hourly consulting to ongoing monthly services, distinguishing him from others by integrating estate-planning technology and diverse investment analyses.
Experience: 24 years
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Brandon W
Series 63, Series 66
Gravette, AR
Edward Jones
Brandon Wilson specializes in Medicare planning and related retirement income strategies, making him well-equipped to assist those navigating Medicare options in Arkansas. With 24 years of experience at Edward Jones, a large full-service wealth management firm, he offers a comprehensive approach including Social Security optimization and income planning, supported by a program fee of up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or smaller firm resources.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Joe S
Series 65, Series 66
Jonesboro, AR
Lasting Mark Retirement Group LLC
Joe Selby II specializes in Medicare planning and retirement income strategy, making him well-equipped to assist those navigating Medicare options in Arkansas. With 26 years of experience and an independent approach, he offers a $500 annual flat fee for planning through Lasting Mark Retirement Group, which emphasizes modern portfolio theory and long-term trading, serving both individual and high-net-worth clients from multiple offices.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $99,868
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George C
Series 63, Series 65
Little Rock, AR
Merrill
George Callahan IV specializes in Medicare planning, offering 32 years of experience and a focus on coordinating healthcare costs with retirement and education funding strategies. Based in Little Rock, AR, he operates within Merrill, a large firm, and serves mid-career professionals and high earners, charging a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million, which may suit clients seeking seasoned guidance with comprehensive financial planning.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $860,085
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