Seasoned 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 hold a high-level position with complex compensation like bonuses or stock options, you need an advisor who understands how to manage these elements alongside your broader financial picture. A common mistake is treating executive compensation as just extra income, rather than part of a strategic plan.
- Compensation structure insight. Look for advisors who can explain how your bonuses, stock options, and other perks fit into your overall wealth plan.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they consider California's high income taxes and how Proposition 13 might affect your property tax over time.
- Long-term wealth planning. Ask how they balance immediate income with retirement goals and risk management.
- Experience with executive clients. Seasoned advisors often navigate the unique challenges executives face, from contract negotiations to deferred compensation.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Taylor R
Series 63, Series 65
San Francisco, CA
Oppenheimer
Taylor Reed's 25 years of experience and focus on executives and business owners make him well-equipped to handle complex compensation structures common in California's executive roles. Operating from a large firm, Oppenheimer, he offers flat-fee financial planning with fees up to $10,000 based on plan complexity, and provides a broad range of services including discretionary investment management and retirement planning, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower scopes or different fee models.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $609,565
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Lee C
Series 63, Series 65
Pasadena, CA
UBS Financial Services
Lee Chen's expertise in equity compensation tax strategy and general retirement planning makes him well-suited to address the complex financial needs of executives in California, especially those managing bonuses and stock options. With 29 years of industry experience at UBS Financial Services, a large firm known for comprehensive capital market research and advisory services, he also serves high-net-worth and mid-career professionals, offering a broad perspective compared to advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $693,691
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Christopher C
Series 63, Series 65
Los Alamitos, CA
Mass Mutual Investors Services
Christopher Caira's 22 years of experience and focus on executives make him well-equipped to handle complex compensation structures common among California executives. Operating from a large firm, MassMutual Investors Services, he offers collaborative, goal-based planning and a range of investment and insurance solutions, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or narrower service scopes.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $249,379
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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 complex executive compensation within a comprehensive wealth management strategy. Based in Arroyo Grande, CA, he operates through J.P. Morgan Securities, a large firm known for institutional consulting and customized investment solutions, offering a 0.30% annual AUM fee, which may appeal to executives seeking seasoned guidance with access to extensive resources.
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's 24 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® certifications equip him to address the complex financial needs of executives in California, including retirement income strategies and business owner retirement plans. Affiliated with Eagle Strategies, a large firm managing over $25 billion in assets, he offers flexible fee structures such as hourly rates and subscription agreements, distinguishing him from advisors with more limited fee options or smaller firm resources.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $235,446
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