Flat-fee, income planning 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're approaching retirement or already retired in Arizona, you likely need an income plan that balances your spending needs with tax efficiency and longevity. Without careful planning, you might run out of money too soon or pay more taxes than necessary. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprises.
- Withdrawal sequencing. Ask how they decide which accounts to draw from first to stretch your income and minimize taxes.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they consider how Social Security, pensions, and withdrawals affect your overall tax bill.
- Longevity risk management. See if they plan for your income to last through a potentially long retirement, not just the next few years.
- Arizona-specific factors. Check how they incorporate local tax rules and the benefits of 55+ communities into your income plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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John B
Series 66
Chandler, AZ
Retirement Planners of America
John Broderick specializes in income planning and retirement income strategy, making him well-suited for clients in Arizona seeking flat-fee advisors focused on income planning. With eight years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he operates independently at Retirement Planners of America, a firm managing $4 billion and employing an invest-and-protect strategy using ETFs and government money market funds, which may appeal to those valuing tactical allocation adjustments.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $631,228
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Maxwell M
CFP®, Series 66, Series 63
Phoenix, AZ
The Freyr Group
Maxwell Michalczik offers flat-fee financial planning tailored to income planning needs in Arizona, with fees ranging from $2,000 to $4,500 based on complexity. As a CFP®-certified advisor at The Freyr Group, he brings three years of experience and serves both high-net-worth and non-HNW clients, utilizing a blend of fundamental, technical, cyclical, and Modern Portfolio Theory investment approaches, which may provide a diverse strategy compared to other local advisors.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $488,636
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Jeffrey G
Series 63, Series 65
Scottsdale, AZ
Balboa Wealth Partners, Inc.
Jeffrey Gilbert specializes in income planning with a flat-fee structure, making him well-suited for retirees in Arizona seeking predictable costs. With 33 years of experience and leadership at Balboa Wealth Partners, he offers expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners, managing over $1 billion in assets with a focus on diversified, low-cost portfolios.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $971,875
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Brandon C
Series 66
Mesa, AZ
Ridgeline Private Wealth
Brandon Catrett specializes in income planning with a focus on retirement income strategy and multi-state taxation, making him well-suited for managing income plans in Arizona. His flat-fee consulting services cover complex private placements and 1031 Exchange plans, differentiating him from others by offering tailored solutions for high-net-worth clients and business entities, supported by Ridgeline Private Wealth's comprehensive investment analysis and $162 million in managed assets.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $933,709
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David S
Series 63, Series 65
Peoria, AZ
SPC
David Simmers specializes in income planning and retirement income strategy, making him well-suited for clients seeking flat-fee financial advice in Arizona focused on income planning. With 42 years of experience at SPC, a large firm serving high-net-worth individuals and retirement plans, he offers segmented flat-fee plans up to $10,000 and ongoing consulting capped at $600 per month, combining extensive expertise with flexible fee options.
Experience: 42 years
Avg account: $192,080
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