CFP®-certified, retirement income strategy 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.
You might need a retirement income strategy advisor if you're approaching retirement and want to ensure your savings last through your lifetime. A common mistake is not accounting for California's high income taxes and the unique property tax limits under Proposition 13, which can affect your cash flow.
- Tax-aware withdrawal plans. Look for advisors who factor in California's income tax rates and how they impact your retirement income streams.
- Property tax considerations. Confirm they understand Proposition 13's limits on property tax increases and how that affects your housing costs.
- Income source sequencing. Ask how they prioritize withdrawals from different accounts to balance taxes and income stability.
- Longevity risk management. Ensure they plan for the possibility of a longer-than-expected retirement to avoid running out of money.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Charles P
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
San Rafael, CA
WealthSpire Advisors
Charles Pyfer III specializes in retirement income strategy with a CFP® certification and 19 years of experience, making him well-equipped to address California's unique tax and property considerations for retirees. Based in San Rafael, CA, he works at Wealthspire Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients with a flat-fee structure and a customized, institutional-style investment approach, differentiating him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee models.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $3,410,246
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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 develop retirement income strategies that consider California's unique tax environment. At Northwest Asset Management, she applies a fiduciary approach with strategic asset allocation, offering flat-fee and negotiable AUM pricing, which may appeal to clients seeking personalized, tax-aware retirement planning in Avila Beach and beyond.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $1,472,895
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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® certification equip him to develop retirement income strategies that consider California's unique tax environment. Based in San Diego with Eagle Strategies, a large firm managing over $25 billion, he offers flexible fee structures including hourly and subscription options, and serves a diverse client base including business owners and executives, distinguishing him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $235,446
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Jerod W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Roseville, CA
CWM, LLC
Jerod Wurm specializes in retirement income strategy with a strong focus on tax-aware withdrawal plans, crucial for managing California's high income taxes and Proposition 13 property tax limits. With 28 years of experience and CFP® certification, he operates within CWM, LLC, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning and discretionary portfolio management, serving a diverse clientele including high-net-worth families and institutions, which may provide broader resources compared to smaller practices.
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 expertise in retirement income strategy, combined with her 17 years of experience and CFP® certification, equips her to address the complexities of retirement planning in California, including tax-aware withdrawal plans and longevity risk management. Working at Creative Planning, a large firm known for its financial planning–led investment process emphasizing low-cost indexing and buy-and-hold strategies, she serves high-net-worth clients with flexible flat-fee arrangements, distinguishing her from advisors with smaller practices or different fee models.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $2,113,277
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