CFP®-certified financial advisors working with executives 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 have a high income from your executive role, you need an advisor who understands how to manage complex compensation packages and tax implications unique to executives. Without this expertise, you might miss opportunities to reduce your tax burden or mismanage your benefits.
- Compensation package insight. Look for advisors who can navigate stock options, bonuses, and deferred compensation to optimize your overall financial picture.
- Tax strategy awareness. Confirm they consider California’s high income taxes alongside Proposition 13’s property tax limits when planning your finances.
- Retirement and benefits integration. Ask how they coordinate your executive benefits with retirement accounts to maximize long-term growth and security.
- Career transition planning. Ensure they have experience helping executives manage financial changes during job changes, promotions, or retirement.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Adam F
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Arroyo Grande, CA
J.P. Morgan Securities
Adam Farber's 23 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage the complex financial needs of executives in California, including navigating compensation packages and tax strategies. Working at J.P. Morgan Securities, a large firm offering institutional consulting and customized investment services, he brings seasoned expertise and access to extensive resources, differentiating him from advisors at smaller firms or with less institutional support.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $318,381
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Scott S
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
San Diego, CA
Eagle Strategies (NY Life)
Scott Schechter is well-equipped to assist executives in California with complex financial needs, leveraging his CFP® certification and 24 years of experience, including expertise in retirement income strategy and executive compensation. Based in San Diego with Eagle Strategies, a large firm managing over $25 billion in assets, he offers flexible fee structures including hourly and subscription options, distinguishing him from advisors with more rigid fee models.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $235,446
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William F
CFP®, Series 63
San Diego, CA
Sovran Advisors, LLC
William Frankenstein's extensive 43 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle the complex compensation and tax planning needs of executives in California. Operating from San Diego with Sovran Advisors, LLC, he offers flat-fee and negotiable AUM-based pricing, serving high-net-worth clients with customized portfolio management and diversified investment strategies, distinguishing him from advisors with less firm support or fee flexibility.
Experience: 43 years
Avg account: $440,191
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Jerod W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Roseville, CA
CWM, LLC
Jerod Wurm's 28 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage complex executive compensation and tax strategies in California, including stock options and retirement benefits. His affiliation with CWM, LLC, a large firm offering discretionary portfolio management and diverse client services, along with a flat-fee structure and expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement income strategy, distinguishes him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $875,860
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Melissa S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
San Diego, CA
Creative Planning
Melissa Saxton's 17 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to manage complex executive compensation and tax strategies in California, including stock options and retirement benefits. Working at Creative Planning, a large firm known for a financial planning–led investment approach with low-cost indexing, she offers flat-fee structures and serves high-net-worth clients, distinguishing her from advisors with smaller practices or different fee models.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $2,113,277
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