Seasoned, charitable giving & philanthropy financial advisors in Bloomington, IN
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 planning significant charitable donations or setting up philanthropy goals, you need an advisor who understands how to align your giving with your overall financial picture. A common mistake is treating charitable giving as an isolated decision rather than integrating it with tax planning and long-term wealth management. Seasoned advisors bring years of experience navigating these complexities to help you avoid pitfalls.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm how they evaluate the tax benefits of your giving within Indiana's flat state income tax environment.
- Giving strategy integration. Ask how they coordinate philanthropy with your broader financial goals, not just one-off donations.
- Legacy planning insight. Inquire about their approach to structuring gifts that support your values while considering estate implications.
- Experience with diverse vehicles. Check if they discuss various giving methods like donor-advised funds or charitable trusts tailored to your situation.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Paul T
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Martinsville, IN
Silver Oak Securities, Inc.
Paul Tingley brings 38 years of experience in charitable giving and philanthropy, offering seasoned guidance from Martinsville, IN. His firm, Silver Oak Securities, manages over $2 billion and provides tailored portfolio management with a flat-fee structure, serving high earners and business owners, which distinguishes him from advisors with less comprehensive asset management capabilities.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $278,962
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Brian W
Series 63, Series 66
Bloomington, IN
McAvoy Kemp Wealth Management, LLC
Brian Werth brings 21 years of experience in charitable giving and philanthropy, offering expertise in integrating giving strategies with overall financial planning in Bloomington, IN. His firm, McAvoy Kemp Wealth Management, serves both individual and high-net-worth clients with discretionary portfolio management and offers flexible fee options including flat fees and hourly rates, distinguishing him from advisors with more rigid fee structures.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $664,757
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Randall B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Bloomfield, IN
Edward Jones
Randall Brown's 25 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to integrate charitable giving with retirement income and estate planning, addressing philanthropy within a comprehensive financial strategy. Based in Bloomfield, IN, he operates through Edward Jones, a large firm offering diverse advisory programs with an annual fee up to 1.35%, and brings unique community leadership experience as a local council member and church elder.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Michael B
Series 63, Series 66
Bedford, IN
Cetera
Michael Bellush brings 21 years of experience and specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy, integrating these with wealth management and tax-loss harvesting strategies. Operating from Bedford, IN with Cetera, a large firm offering flat fees and diverse portfolio management solutions, he serves high earners and those approaching retirement, providing tailored financial planning beyond simple donation advice.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $306,089
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