CFP®-certified, active portfolio management financial advisors in California
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 actively manage your investment portfolio, you need an advisor who understands how to balance frequent trades with long-term goals. Without this expertise, you might face unnecessary tax hits or miss opportunities to adjust your strategy as markets change. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, which supports their active management approach.
- Tax-aware trading. Ask how they minimize taxes when buying and selling assets frequently, especially in a high-tax state like California.
- Risk adjustment. Confirm how they shift your portfolio in response to market swings without overreacting or incurring excessive costs.
- Property tax impact. Discuss how they consider California's Proposition 13 limits when managing investments tied to real estate or related assets.
- Fee structure clarity. Understand how their fees align with active management to avoid surprises on your statements.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Suzette R
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Avila Beach, CA
Northwest Asset Management
Suzette Rothberg's 36 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to manage active portfolios effectively, balancing frequent trades with long-term goals in California's tax environment. Her firm, Northwest Asset Management, manages $3.6 billion with a fiduciary approach using Modern Portfolio Theory, offering customized strategies and a negotiable fee structure up to 1.75% AUM, which may provide more flexibility compared to flat-fee or hourly models.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $1,472,895
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Bailey B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Los Angeles, CA
Schwab Wealth Advisory
Bailey Burke's CFP® certification and seven years of experience at Schwab Wealth Advisory equip her to manage active portfolios with a focus on tax-loss harvesting and risk adjustment, crucial for California investors. Unlike smaller firms, Schwab offers standardized models and tools like Schwab Equity Ratings®, providing a structured approach to asset allocation and diversification, which may appeal to clients seeking large-firm resources and non-discretionary investment advice in Los Angeles.
Experience: 8 years
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Bobby B
CFP®, Series 63
Folsom, CA
Allworth financial, L.P.
Bobby Benyamin is well-suited for clients in California seeking active portfolio management combined with CFP®-certified financial planning expertise. Based in Folsom, CA, he offers flat-fee financial planning through Allworth Financial, a large firm known for customized investment programs including tax-aware and faith-based portfolios, and specializes in real estate investing, ESG strategies, and options, providing a broad range of adjacent capabilities.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $1,119,636
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Damon F
CFP®, Series 66
Hemet, CA
Commonwealth Financial Network
Damon Friedman is well-suited for clients in California seeking active portfolio management combined with CFP®-certified financial planning, offering expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement income strategy. His affiliation with Commonwealth Financial Network, a large firm providing extensive support and discretionary model portfolios, along with flexible flat-fee consulting options, distinguishes him from others by balancing personalized service with robust institutional resources.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $568,323
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Leilani H
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Poway, CA
Blue Sky Capital Consultants Group, Inc.
Leilani Harwood is well-equipped to support active portfolio management in California, leveraging 15 years of experience and CFP® certification to navigate tax-aware trading and risk adjustments. Her firm, Blue Sky Capital Consultants Group, Inc., manages $248 million with discretionary strategies including options and derivatives, offering flat-fee and negotiable planning services that may appeal to clients seeking transparent fees and specialized investment approaches.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $600,250
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