Independent, tax-loss harvesting 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 have investments with losses that could offset gains, a tax-loss harvesting advisor can help you use those losses to reduce your tax bill. Without careful timing and strategy, you might miss opportunities to lower your taxes or accidentally trigger unwanted tax events. Independent advisors here operate without ties to specific firms, which can mean more flexible advice tailored to your situation.
- Loss identification strategy. Ask how they spot which investments to sell for tax benefits without hurting your overall portfolio.
- Wash sale awareness. Confirm they understand rules that prevent claiming a loss if you buy a similar asset too soon after selling.
- State tax impact. Since California has high income taxes, check how they factor state rules and Proposition 13 property tax limits into your plan.
- Portfolio balance. See how they keep your investments aligned with your goals while using losses to reduce taxes.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Stephen J
Series 63, Series 65
Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Jensen Capital Asset Management
Stephen Jensen specializes in tax-loss harvesting with 13 years of experience, offering independent advice from Rancho Santa Fe, California. His firm uses a blend of fundamental and technical analysis to build tax-efficient portfolios focused on individual bonds, equities, and low-cost ETFs, avoiding options and margin. Charging a 1.0% annual fee, Jensen serves individuals, trusts, and estates, providing a disciplined approach that balances tax strategies with portfolio goals.
Experience: 14 years
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Elaina S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
San Francisco, CA
Parallel Advisors, LLC
Elaina Serotte specializes in tax-loss harvesting and brings 16 years of experience as a CFP® professional in San Francisco, making her well-equipped to help California investors reduce their tax bills through strategic loss identification and portfolio management. Unlike some peers, she offers a flat-fee option for tax preparation and works with a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals and retirement plan sponsors, utilizing a multi-faceted investment approach with options and alternative investments.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $2,223,505
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Edlyn R
Series 65
Los Angeles, CA
L & S Advisors, Inc
Edlyn Ruiz specializes in tax-loss harvesting and offers expertise in concentrated stock management and options strategies, making her well-suited for clients seeking to reduce tax liabilities in California. Her independent status at L & S Advisors, combined with nine years of experience at JP Morgan Asset Management and a fee structure ranging from 0.25% to 1.50% AUM, provides a flexible and sophisticated approach compared to other advisors in the region.
Experience: 0 years
Avg account: $887,565
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Joshua P
Series 66
El Cajon, CA
Navy Federal Investment Services, LLC
Joshua Porras specializes in tax-loss harvesting and sustainable investing, making him well-suited to help California investors reduce tax liabilities while maintaining portfolio balance. Based in El Cajon, CA, he offers both flat-fee digital portfolios at $3.50 per month and traditional AUM fees ranging from 0.75% to 1.35%, serving Navy Federal Credit Union members and individual investors with nine years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $282,883
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Scott S
Series 63, Series 65
San Diego, CA
Conscious Investment Services, LLC
Scott Smith specializes in tax-loss harvesting and brings 27 years of industry experience, including expertise in options, derivatives, and real estate investing, which can help optimize tax strategies for California investors. Operating independently through Conscious Investment Services, LLC in San Diego, he offers a 1.75% AUM fee and hourly consulting, applying fundamental and technical analysis to maintain portfolio alignment while managing tax impacts.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $206,766
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