CFP®-certified, roth conversion 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.
If you're considering a Roth conversion, it's often because you're looking to manage your future tax burden or plan for retirement income more efficiently. A common mistake is treating the conversion as a simple tax event rather than a strategic, multi-year decision that balances current and future tax implications.
- Tax bracket management. Ask how they plan conversions to keep you in favorable tax brackets over several years, not just the current one.
- Coordination with tax professionals. Confirm how they collaborate with your CPA to handle state taxes and Medicare premium impacts.
- Account prioritization. Understand which accounts they recommend converting first and why, based on your overall financial picture.
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 is well-equipped to assist with Roth conversion strategies, leveraging 19 years of experience and CFP® certification to manage tax implications and retirement income planning. Based in San Rafael, CA, he operates within Wealthspire Advisors, a large firm known for a relationship-driven, customized investment approach and serving high-net-worth clients with flat-fee and tiered AUM pricing, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee models.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $3,410,246
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Carolina O
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Carlsbad, CA
Shared Vision Wealth Group
Carolina Ortiz is well-equipped to assist with Roth conversion strategies, leveraging her 21 years of experience and CFP® certification to manage tax implications and retirement planning effectively. Based in Carlsbad, CA, she offers flat-fee financial planning through Shared Vision Wealth Group, which serves high-net-worth clients with a disciplined investment approach including fundamental analysis and options strategies, distinguishing her from advisors with more traditional fee structures or less specialized firm resources.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $1,762,799
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Kevin L
CFP®, Series 65
Pasadena, CA
Foundry Financial LLC
Kevin Lum's expertise in Roth conversion strategy is supported by his CFP® certification and seven years of industry experience, making him well-equipped to manage multi-year tax bracket considerations and coordinate with tax professionals. Based in Pasadena, CA, he operates through Foundry Financial LLC, which serves high-net-worth clients with a flat-fee structure for financial planning and employs a diversified investment approach combining fundamental and technical analysis.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $1,264,193
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Andrew M
CFP®, Series 65
Carlsbad, CA
Andrew Marshall Financial LLC
Andrew Marshall specializes in Roth conversion strategy with a decade of experience and CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to manage multi-year tax implications and coordinate with tax professionals in California. His independent, fee-only practice offers flat-fee or hourly billing, focusing on strategic asset allocation using passive index funds and ETFs, which distinguishes him from advisors who may offer ongoing portfolio management or custody services.
Experience: 10 years
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Christopher S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Bethel Island, CA
Sequent Planning, Llc
Christopher Sullivan's extensive 39-year experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide clients through Roth conversion strategies with a focus on retirement income and tax-efficient planning. Operating from Bethel Island, CA, he offers flat-fee financial planning and negotiable asset management fees, serving both individuals and retirement plan sponsors with ETF-based models and discretionary management, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower service scopes or fee structures.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $98,000
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