Top startup equity planning financial advisors in Bremerton, WA

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 recently received startup equity or are negotiating your compensation package, you need an advisor who understands how to manage this complex asset. A common mistake is treating startup equity like regular stock, which can lead to costly tax surprises or missed growth opportunities.

  • Equity type expertise. Confirm they know the difference between stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), and other equity forms common in startups.
  • Tax impact awareness. Ask how they plan for federal taxes and Washington’s capital gains tax on long-term gains, which can affect your net proceeds.
  • Liquidity event planning. Find out how they help you prepare for events like IPOs or acquisitions, balancing risk and timing.
  • Vesting schedule strategy. Check if they incorporate your equity’s vesting timeline into your broader financial plan to optimize benefits.

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Brian G

Series 66

Port Orchard, WA

Accurate Wealth Management, LLC

Brian George is a Series 66-licensed advisor with 17 years of industry experience. He is currently affiliated with Accurate Wealth Management, LLC and AAG Capital, Inc., and has held roles with Planning Network Partners, Charitable Planning Network, and Wells Fargo Advisors. In addition to his advisory work, he is involved in charitable non-cash fundraising through the Charitable Planning Network, LLC. Accurate Wealth Management, LLC serves individual and institutional clients with discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and educational services. The firm emphasizes value, safety, quality, and risk control in its asset allocation approach and manages a broad range of investment types, including alternative and privately placed securities.

Concentrated stock management Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments Annuities Founder/Business Owner Executive
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David C

Series 63, Series 65

Bremerton, WA

LPL Financial

David Coulter is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Bremerton, WA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and possessing 27 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Lincoln Financial Securities Corporation, First Federal Savings and Loan, and Infinex Investments, Inc. Outside of advisory services, he is involved in selling fixed annuities and various insurance products. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a nationwide network. The firm offers a range of financial planning and advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by proprietary and third-party research.

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)

Teresa B

CFP®, Series 66

Port Orchard, WA

Edward Jones

Teresa Bryant is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Port Orchard, WA, holding CFP® and Series 66 designations and bringing 15 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2011. Bryant is also the owner of Inspirational Ventures LLC, an investment property business. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs and investment options, managing approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management through a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Retirement income strategy Charitable giving & philanthropy General estate planning guidance Multi-generational wealth transfer Military & Veterans
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Harry K

Series 63, Series 66

Port Orchard, WA

Cetera

Harry Keppert Jr. is a financial advisor at Cetera with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services. In addition to his advisory work, he owns and operates Advanced Financial Tax, LLC, providing accounting and tax preparation services. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services with access to multiple investment managers and program structures.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Robert N

Series 66

Port Orchard, WA

Morgan Stanley

Robert Nelson is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 credential and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Nelson is also the sole proprietor of Paralis LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs structured planning tools such as Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations.

General estate planning guidance

Kimberly H

CFP®, CRPC®

Troy, MI

Innermost Wealth Management, LLC

I founded Innermost™ Wealth Management to create a more personal, thoughtful approach to financial planning and wealth management. My background in both finance and psychology shaped my belief that money is not just about numbers. It is deeply personal and connected to your values, goals, and life experiences. I work with professionals who want to grow and simplify their wealth, with a special focus on women navigating career growth, equity compensation, and major life transitions such as divorce. Many of my clients are balancing busy lives and complex financial decisions, and they value having a long-term financial partner who truly understands their needs. My firm is centered on ongoing wealth management through investment advisory relationships. Clients work with me for comprehensive financial planning and investment management that evolves with them over time. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor℠, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® Candidate, I provide technical expertise and strategic guidance, while also recognizing the emotional side of financial decisions. My approach is compassionate, judgment-free, and designed to reduce stress while helping you feel more confident in your choices. I operate a fully virtual firm, working with clients across the country who appreciate flexibility and convenience. My goal is to simplify your financial life, provide clear advice, and help you align your wealth with what matters most to you. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, photography, cooking, and spending quality time with my Beagle, Gracie.

General retirement planning General tax planning Wealth management Startup equity planning Divorce financial planning Women Professionals Life coaching / goal alignment Established Professionals Approaching retirement Dual Income Family

George S

Series 66

Hartford, CT

Merrill

George Silvester is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a member of the Boston Executive Services Team since 2017. He works primarily with founders, executives, and key associates at both privately held and publicly traded companies, focusing on the intricacies of equity ownership and equity compensation. George's approach begins with understanding what is most important to his clients and assessing their current position relative to their goals, ultimately developing customized financial strategies that align with their evolving life needs, resources, and aspirations. George began his career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management as a Summer Analyst in 2016, where he developed an understanding of the client-advisor relationship and the collaborative pursuit of clients’ life goals. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management with a concentration in Finance from Tulane University’s A.B. Freeman School of Business. Additionally, George has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation awarded by the College for Financial Planning, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional work, George’s personal interests include biking, bowling, chess, cooking, golfing, hiking, and reading.

Exec comp design Startup equity planning Liquidity event planning Wealth management ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Executive

James V

Series 66

Stuart, FL

Fidelity

James Van Nice is a Benefits & Planning Consultant specializing in Executive Services. In this role, he partners with executives to help them understand their employer benefits and develop plans to work towards their financial goals. James has professional experience as an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025 and as an Investment Solutions Representative II at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, he worked at Merrill Lynch as an Investment Solutions Representative I from 2021 to 2022 and as a Financial Advisor from 2018 to 2019. Outside of his professional work, James engages in fishing, fitness, golf, running, and volunteering.

Exec comp design Liquidity event planning Startup equity planning Executive

Adam N

CFP®, Series 66

Mankato, MN

Edward Jones

Adam Neubauer is a CFP® with 11 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2014 and is based in Mankato, MN. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets and offers a wide range of investment strategies and affiliated services through a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

Retirement income strategy Business exit / sale strategy Charitable giving & philanthropy Startup equity planning General retirement planning Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Juan P

Series 66

San Francisco, CA

Optimo Capital

Juan Polanco is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Optimo Capital in San Francisco, CA, and has 11 years of industry experience. Before founding Optimo Capital, he worked at Carr & Ferrell LLP for two years. Outside of his advisory role, Mr. Polanco works full-time as an engineer at PacBio and mentors startups and founders at the Founder's Institute and LoyalVC. Optimo Capital advises founders of venture-backed companies, recently funded startups, and private investors on portfolio supervision and capital-raising. The firm uses a combined top‑down and bottom‑up analytical approach with a supervisory and consultative model, focusing on tailored services such as Investment Policy Statements, due diligence management, and pitch material preparation.

Business ownership considerations Wealth management Founder/Business Owner

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