CFP®-certified, tax-loss harvesting 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 have investments with losses that could offset gains, a tax-loss harvesting advisor can help you use those losses to reduce your tax bill. Without careful planning, you might miss opportunities to lower taxes or accidentally trigger unwanted tax events. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including tax strategies.
- Loss identification process. Ask how they spot which investments to sell for tax benefits without hurting your overall portfolio.
- Wash sale awareness. Confirm they understand rules preventing repurchasing the same security too soon, which can disallow the tax loss.
- Portfolio impact. Check how they balance tax savings with maintaining your desired investment risk and return.
- Coordination with tax preparer. See if they work alongside your tax professional to ensure accurate reporting and strategy alignment.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Daniel S
CFP®, Series 63
Scottsdale, AZ
Vanguard Advisers
Daniel Scobie is a CFP®-certified advisor in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializing in tax-loss harvesting alongside retirement planning and ESG investing, making him well-equipped to help reduce tax bills through strategic loss identification and portfolio management. Affiliated with Vanguard Advisers, a large firm known for its goal-based, algorithm-driven investment approach and low account minimums, he offers both digital and personal advisory services tailored to mid-career professionals and high earners.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $416,078
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Caryn S
CFP®, Series 65
Scottsdale, AZ
Sovereign Financial Group, Inc.
Caryn Smith's expertise in tax-loss harvesting, combined with her CFP® certification and seven years of industry experience, equips her to help clients in Arizona strategically reduce their tax liabilities. Operating from Sovereign Financial Group, she offers flat-fee financial planning and emphasizes long-term investment strategies using low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, distinguishing her approach with tactical reallocations and alternative investments through independent managers.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $825,756
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Jay S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Prescott, AZ
Stratos Wealth Partners, Ltd
Jay Spector's 19 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to effectively manage tax-loss harvesting strategies for clients in Arizona, balancing tax benefits with portfolio goals. Affiliated with Stratos Wealth Partners and LPL Financial, he offers flat-fee financial planning and serves a diverse clientele, including business owners and executives, distinguishing him with access to extensive research and a broad advisory network.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $706,728
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Michael S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Scottsdale, AZ
Cetera
Michael Self's expertise in tax-loss harvesting and wealth management, combined with his 33 years of experience and CFP® certification, equips him to help clients in Arizona effectively reduce their tax liabilities. Operating within Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and fiduciary services, he provides flat-fee and hourly consulting options, catering to high earners and those approaching retirement, which distinguishes him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Bennett C
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Chandler, AZ
Edward Jones
Bennett Conklin's 32 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to effectively implement tax-loss harvesting strategies in Arizona, helping clients reduce their tax bills while managing portfolio risk. As part of Edward Jones, a large full-service wealth management firm with over $1 trillion in assets, he offers access to diverse advisory programs and serves a broad client base, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $246,728
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