CFP®-certified, options & derivatives strategies financial advisors in Cañon City, CO
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 trade or hold options and derivatives, you need an advisor who understands the unique risks and tax implications these strategies bring. Without specialized knowledge, you might face unexpected losses or tax surprises that could have been avoided. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, adding a solid foundation to their options expertise.
- Risk management focus. Ask how they help you balance potential gains with the risks specific to options and derivatives.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they understand how options gains and losses affect your tax situation, especially in Colorado's flat income tax environment.
- Strategy alignment. Check how they tailor options strategies to fit your overall financial goals, not just market trends.
- Experience with complex trades. Inquire about their comfort level with advanced derivatives beyond basic calls and puts.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Sean L
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Colorado Springs, CO
Waverly Advisors, LLC
Sean Lacey, based near Cañon City in Colorado Springs, is a CFP®-certified advisor with seven years of experience and expertise in options and derivatives strategies, as well as tax-loss harvesting and alternative investments. His firm, Waverly Advisors, LLC, offers both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with a mix of traditional and alternative assets, and flexible fee structures including flat fees and AUM percentages, distinguishing him from others by combining specialized options knowledge with comprehensive financial planning services.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $1,639,930
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Matthew P
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Colorado Springs, CO
Savvy
Matthew Powell's expertise in options and derivatives strategies, combined with his CFP® certification and 20 years of experience, equips him to manage the unique risks and tax implications of these investments effectively. Based in Colorado Springs, he offers negotiable fee structures and specializes in concentrated stock management and tax-loss harvesting, providing tailored strategies that integrate ESG investing and private alternatives, distinguishing him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $1,062,133
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Richard S
CFP®, Series 63
Colorado Springs, CO
Salus Financial Advisors
Richard Schultenover's 25 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage options and derivatives strategies effectively, with a strong emphasis on risk management and tax implications. Based in Colorado Springs, he offers flat-fee financial planning and serves a diverse clientele including high-net-worth individuals, differentiating him through his independent status and comprehensive wealth management approach at Salus Financial Advisors.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $719,491
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Todd S
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Colorado Springs, CO
Lifeworks Advisors, LLC
Todd Smith's expertise in options and derivatives strategies, combined with his CFP® certification and 21 years of experience, equips him to manage the unique risks and tax implications of these financial instruments for clients near Cañon City. His firm, Lifeworks Advisors, LLC, offers integrated tax and accounting services and employs factor-based and smart-beta strategies, providing a comprehensive approach that distinguishes him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $506,000
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Charles D
CFP®, Series 66
Colorado Springs, CO
Intergy Private Wealth, LLC
Charles Dunn's CFP® certification and 16 years of experience equip him to manage options and derivatives strategies effectively, with a focus on risk management and tax implications. Based in Colorado Springs, he offers flat-fee and negotiable AUM fees through Intergy Private Wealth, which serves high-net-worth clients with tailored portfolio construction and access to third-party managers, distinguishing him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $1,031,471
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