Large-firm, active portfolio management financial advisors in Burlington, NC
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, these advisors can help you avoid the common pitfall of reacting too slowly or too frequently, which can hurt returns. Large-firm advisors often have access to extensive research and resources, which can benefit your portfolio management.
- Market responsiveness. Ask how they balance acting on new information without overtrading, which can erode gains.
- Risk management approach. Confirm how they adjust your portfolio to changing market conditions while aligning with your comfort level.
- Resource utilization. Inquire about the research tools and analyst support they leverage to inform active decisions.
- Fee structure clarity. Understand how their fees relate to the active management services they provide, especially within a large firm.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Samantha M
Series 66
Graham, NC
Truist Advisory Services
Samantha Mcdevitt offers active portfolio management within a large firm setting in the Burlington area, leveraging Truist Advisory Services' extensive research and model portfolios to adapt to market changes. With 12 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, she also specializes in retirement income strategies and business owner retirement plans, charging a 2.25% AUM fee that reflects her comprehensive service approach.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $560,278
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Mallory S
Series 66
Burlington, NC
Commonwealth Financial Network
Mallory Storrie offers active portfolio management within a large firm setting in Burlington, NC, leveraging Commonwealth Financial Network's extensive resources and support for informed investment decisions. She provides flexible fee options including flat fees for consulting and a 2.25% AUM fee, catering to diverse client needs such as founders, executives, and retirees, with a focus on tax-loss harvesting and retirement income strategies.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $568,323
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James C
Series 63, Series 66
Burlington, NC
Merrill
James Capps IV offers active portfolio management within Merrill, a large firm known for extensive research and diverse managed account programs. With a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million, he serves mid-career professionals and high earners, leveraging his Series 63 and 66 licenses and experience from major financial institutions to support responsive, risk-aware investment decisions in Burlington, NC.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Lisa H
CFP®, Series 66
Charlotte, NC
Schwab Wealth Advisory
Lisa Hemby offers active portfolio management through Schwab Wealth Advisory, a large firm known for extensive research and model-based guidance. With seven years of experience and CFP® certification, she emphasizes asset allocation and risk tolerance, providing non-discretionary advice and wealth-management education. Located near Burlington, NC, her approach balances active management with client comfort, distinguishing her from advisors focused solely on passive strategies.
Experience: 8 years
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Torrell A
Series 63, Series 66
Whitsett, NC
Fidelity
Torrell Ackles offers active portfolio management through Fidelity, a large firm known for its blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction. With Series 63 and 66 credentials and two years of experience, he supports both retail and institutional clients, differentiating himself by leveraging Fidelity's extensive resources and model portfolios in the Burlington, NC area.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $234,793
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