Top social Security optimization financial advisors in Clarksville, TN

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 approaching Social Security age or planning your retirement income, optimizing your Social Security benefits can significantly impact your financial security. A common mistake is claiming benefits too early or without considering how it affects your overall income and tax situation.

  • Claim timing strategy. Ask how they determine the best age for you to start benefits, balancing immediate needs against long-term gains.
  • Income integration. Confirm how they factor in your other income sources to avoid unexpected tax consequences.
  • Spousal and survivor benefits. Ensure they evaluate options for maximizing benefits based on your marital status and history.
  • Federal tax impact. Since Tennessee has no state income tax, focus on how they manage federal taxes related to Social Security benefits.

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Trina D

Series 63, Series 65

Clarksville, TN

Edward Jones

Trina De Soto is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 35 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Edward Jones since 2012. Outside of her advisory work, she manages rental property in Clarksville, Tennessee. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management. The firm offers various advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, and maintains affiliated capabilities such as a trust company and proprietary mutual funds.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Multi-generational wealth transfer Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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William P

Series 63, Series 65

Clarksville, TN

OSAIC

William Pittman is a financial advisor at Osaic with 10 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has previously worked at Securities America Advisors, Securities America, Inc., The Prudential Insurance Company of America, and PRUCO Securities, LLC. Pittman also serves in the US Navy Reserve and owns RMB Financial, PLLC, an insurance sales business. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients, including individual investors, high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers integrated brokerage and advisory services, financial planning, and access to various managed account solutions through a large network of affiliated advisors.

Annuities Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Claudia A

Series 63, Series 65

Clarksville, TN

First Command Advisory Services

Claudia Allen is a financial advisor with First Command Advisory Services, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. Her background includes roles with First Command Insurance Services and First Command Brokerage Services, as well as military-related positions with the 2 Brigade 1-75 Cavalry and at military medical and entrance processing facilities. First Command Advisory Services is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, corporate, and charitable clients, with a focus on active-duty service members and their families. The firm offers financial planning and multiple wrap-fee asset management programs managed centrally by an Investment Management Team and Wealth Portfolio Managers using a prescreened selection of mutual funds, ETFs, and third-party managers.

Passive / index investing Active portfolio management Retirement income strategy Tax-loss harvesting ESG / Sustainable investing Self-Employed Young Professionals

Terry W

Series 66

Nashville, TN

Merrill

Terry Wheeler is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings more than 25 years of financial services experience to his current role, where he focuses on personalized wealth management strategies. Terry works closely with clients to develop flexible financial plans that address their unique goals, utilizing the investment insights of Merrill and the banking solutions of Bank of America. His client focus areas include family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, special needs planning, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Before joining Merrill in 2014, Terry founded Wheeler Financial Services, LLC in Evansville, Indiana, and previously worked for NatCity Investments, Independence Financial Services, and Fifth Third Securities. At Merrill, he collaborates with a multigenerational team, BMWT & Associates, to provide comprehensive advice and guidance. Terry holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Southern Indiana and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is also involved with the Evansville Christian Life Center. Outside of his professional work, Terry enjoys biking, boating, bowling, cooking, fishing, golfing, hunting, and spending time with his family. He is active in his community and volunteers with local organizations, incorporating his personal philosophy of developing one-on-one personalized financial strategies to help clients pursue their long-term goals.

Wealth management General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Charitable giving & philanthropy Multi-generational wealth transfer
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Dickey K

Series 63, Series 65

Clarksville, TN

Cetera

Dickey Knight is a financial advisor at Cetera with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Cetera since 2016, concurrently serving at Regions Bank since 2006. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is a nationwide SEC-registered firm serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party managers, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Willie M

Series 63, Series 66

Cary, NC

Equitable Advisors

Willie Myles is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Cary, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2016 and previously at AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as co-chairman of a fundraising campaign for the nonprofit Alpha Light Fund Inc., focused on renovating the House of Alpha. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer, leveraging LPL-sponsored programs and endorsed TAMPs to deliver advisory and brokerage solutions.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive Approaching retirement Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964)
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Stavroula K

Series 63, Series 65

Linwood, NJ

Ameriprise

Stavroula Koutsfetsoulis is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2011. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in fiduciary activities as an attorney-in-fact (power of attorney). Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that provides retirement-income planning services primarily to individuals with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team, focusing on tailored retirement income strategies.

Retirement income strategy Income planning Social Security optimization Retirement withdrawal strategies Approaching retirement
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Cassandra S

Series 63, Series 65

Plano, TX

Financial & Tax Architects, LLC

Cassandra Sanchez is a financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Fisher Investments, TIAA, US Health Advisors, and various other firms. Sanchez also had involvement with Drunken Donkey, reflecting experience outside the financial sector. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm offers proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” that use ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with accounts reviewed monthly and customizable strategies to meet client needs.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Annuities Income planning General tax planning Retired
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Keith E

CFP®

Pittsburgh, PA

Keith L. Eliou, CFP

Keith Eliou is the principal of Keith L. Eliou, CFP, an investment management firm based in Pittsburgh, PA. He holds the CFP® designation and has one year of experience as a financial advisor. In addition to his advisory role, he practices law focusing on elder law and real estate and is involved in insurance, mortgage lending, and real estate brokerage businesses. The firm primarily serves pooled vehicles and institutional accounts, offering portfolio management, retirement plan services, and financial planning. It utilizes an open-architecture investment approach with third-party money managers and employs multiple analytical methods and strategies, conducting annual account reviews.

Social Security optimization Retirement income strategy Cash flow / budgeting Charitable giving tax strategies Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner
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Charles P

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

San Rafael, CA

WealthSpire Advisors

Charles Pyfer III is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wealthspire Advisors since 2024. Prior to this, he spent 15 years at Private Ocean. Wealthspire Advisors provides wealth management, investment advisory, financial planning, and family office support to a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and nonprofit organizations. The firm employs a relationship-driven, customized investment approach that emphasizes diversified, institutional-style asset allocation and utilizes a range of investment vehicles and third-party platforms for comprehensive portfolio management.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Roth conversion strategy Tax-loss harvesting Private / alternative investments Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals Established Professionals

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