Seasoned, active portfolio management financial advisors in Arizona
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 want to keep your investments actively managed to respond to market changes, you need an advisor who understands how to balance risk and opportunity in real time. The biggest mistake is treating active management like a set-it-and-forget-it approach, which can miss chances to improve returns or reduce losses. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience navigating market ups and downs, helping you stay on course.
- Market responsiveness. Ask how they adjust your portfolio when economic conditions shift, not just during major events.
- Risk management approach. Confirm how they balance potential gains with protecting your assets during volatility.
- Fee structure clarity. Understand how their compensation aligns with your investment goals and trading frequency.
- Experience with your goals. Check if they have managed portfolios for clients with similar financial objectives and timelines.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Ray J
Series 63, Series 66
Peoria, AZ
Fidelity
Ray Jonas offers seasoned expertise in active portfolio management, backed by 32 years at Fidelity, a large firm known for combining fundamental research with quantitative and algorithmic strategies. His experience spans retail and institutional clients, providing a broad perspective on market responsiveness and risk management. Compared to others, his long tenure and access to Fidelity's diverse investment resources may offer a distinctive approach to balancing gains and protecting assets in Arizona's market.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Mark G
Series 63, Series 65
Chandler, AZ
Sunstone Financial
Mark Godfrey offers nearly three decades of experience in active portfolio management, making him well-suited for investors seeking seasoned guidance in Arizona. His firm, Sunstone Financial, employs a tactical allocation strategy emphasizing long-term holdings and risk reduction, with a 1.25% annual fee based on assets under management, serving individuals, trusts, and charitable organizations primarily through American Funds mutual funds and selective ETFs.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $410,604
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Linda M
Series 63, Series 65
Prescott, AZ
Independent Financial Group, LLC
Linda Mickelsen brings over 25 years of experience in active portfolio management, making her well-equipped to handle dynamic investment strategies in Arizona. She operates within Independent Financial Group, a large firm managing $11.3 billion in assets, and offers a variety of fee structures including flat fees and a maximum 2.16% AUM fee, providing flexibility compared to other seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $474,424
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Gayle S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Scottsdale, AZ
Commonwealth Financial Network
Gayle Starr's 40 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to manage active portfolios effectively in Arizona, balancing risk and opportunity with a seasoned approach. Operating within Commonwealth Financial Network, a large firm supporting nearly 3,000 advisors, she offers flat-fee consulting alongside traditional AUM fees, providing flexible cost options that distinguish her from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 41 years
Avg account: $568,323
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Michael E
Series 63, Series 65
Scottsdale, AZ
Oppenheimer
Michael Eitzen brings 39 years of experience in active portfolio management, making him well-equipped to handle dynamic investment strategies in Arizona. Operating within Oppenheimer, a large firm offering both advisory and brokerage services, he supports a diverse client base including business owners and executives, with flexible fee structures such as flat financial planning fees up to $10,000, distinguishing him from advisors with more rigid pricing models.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $609,565
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