CFP®-certified, options & derivatives strategies financial advisors in Aurora, CO
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 trade or hold options and derivatives, you need an advisor who understands how these contracts affect your overall portfolio risk and tax situation. A common mistake is treating options strategies like regular stock trades, which can lead to unexpected losses or tax complications. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including tax and investment principles.
- Complex risk management. Ask how they evaluate the unique risks options add to your portfolio beyond standard stock volatility.
- Tax implications. Confirm they understand how options gains and losses are reported and how to optimize your tax outcomes.
- Strategy alignment. Check if they tailor options strategies to your financial goals and risk tolerance, not just market trends.
- Experience with derivatives. Inquire about their track record managing various derivatives, ensuring they can handle your specific contracts.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Jessica C
CFP®, Series 65
Denver, CO
Plante Moran financial advisors
Jessica Caldwell's CFP® certification and eight years of experience equip her to manage options and derivatives strategies effectively, addressing complex risk and tax considerations. Based in Denver, she offers flat-fee and hourly pricing through Plante Moran Financial Advisors, a firm known for strategic asset allocation and serving high-net-worth clients, which may appeal to those seeking tailored, non-discretionary portfolio management nearby.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $6,699,075
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Anna F
CFP®, Series 66
Foxfield, CO
Geneos Wealth Management, Inc.
Anna Fanning's CFP® certification and expertise in options and derivatives strategies equip her to manage the complex risks and tax implications these instruments present. At Geneos Wealth Management, she offers flat-fee financial planning and serves diverse clients including trusts and pension plans, differentiating her with a broad client base and a mix of analytic approaches and discretionary trading authority.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $423,489
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James O
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Denver, CO
Gill Capital Partners, LLC
James O'Brien offers expertise in options and derivatives strategies combined with CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to manage complex portfolio risks and tax implications in Aurora, CO. With 37 years of experience at Gill Capital Partners, he provides flat-fee financial planning and serves high-net-worth clients, distinguishing himself through a comprehensive investment approach and additional tax preparation services.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $1,525,592
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Amy B
CFP®, Series 66
Denver, CO
Allworth financial, L.P.
Amy Bertle's CFP® certification and 11 years of experience equip her to manage options and derivatives strategies effectively, considering their impact on portfolio risk and tax implications. Based in Denver with Allworth Financial, she offers flat-fee financial planning and integrates ESG investing and retirement plans, providing a broad approach compared to others focused solely on options.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $1,119,636
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Elizabeth O
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Chicago, IL
Ameriprise
Elizabeth O Connor's 23 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to manage options and derivatives strategies effectively, with a focus on tax-loss harvesting and ESG investing. Based in Denver and affiliated with The Huntington Investment Company, she offers access to a large firm's open-architecture platform and specialized tax-management programs, differentiating her from advisors with smaller firm resources or narrower service offerings.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $471,167
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