Seasoned, private / alternative investments financial advisors in Colorado
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.
When you're considering private or alternative investments, you likely want to diversify beyond traditional stocks and bonds to potentially boost returns or reduce risk. A common pitfall is underestimating the complexity and illiquidity (difficulty selling quickly) of these investments, which can lead to unexpected cash flow issues.
- Experience with diverse assets. Ask how they've managed investments like private equity, hedge funds, or real estate, not just public markets.
- Liquidity planning. Confirm they help you plan for the longer lock-up periods typical of alternative investments.
- Risk assessment. See if they evaluate how these investments fit your overall portfolio risk and time horizon.
- Fee transparency. Private investments often have layered fees; check how clearly they explain all costs involved.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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David K
Series 63, Series 66
Lone Tree, CO
Charles Schwab
David Koch's 26 years of experience and focus on private and alternative investments make him well-equipped to handle complex asset classes like private equity and real estate. Based in Lone Tree, CO, he operates within Charles Schwab's large-firm environment, serving high-net-worth clients with a 0.80% annual AUM fee, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary guidance supported by multi-asset model portfolios.
Experience: 27 years
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Theodore S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Arvada, CO
Carson Wealth
Theodore Swenson's 28 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to navigate the complexities of private and alternative investments, including tax-loss harvesting and options strategies. Based in Arvada, CO, he operates within CWM, LLC, a large firm serving diverse clients with flat-fee financial planning and investment management, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on traditional portfolios or smaller client bases.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $875,860
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Stephen P
Series 63, Series 65
Denver, CO
Mercer Global Advisors Inc.
Stephen Prinster's 25 years of experience and focus on private and alternative investments make him well-equipped to handle complex asset classes and liquidity planning challenges in Colorado. Operating within Mercer Global Advisors, a large firm known for globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios using Modern Portfolio Theory, he offers flat-fee structures and serves high-net-worth clients, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee models.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $2,214,259
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Denise P
Series 63, Series 66
Fort Collins, CO
RBC Capital Markets
Denise Peloza's 25 years of experience and expertise in private and alternative investments make her well-equipped to guide clients through the complexities and liquidity challenges of these asset classes in Colorado. Affiliated with RBC Capital Markets, a large firm offering flat-fee options and customizable portfolio management, she also specializes in tax-loss harvesting and ESG investing, providing a broad range of strategies beyond alternatives to suit diverse client needs.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $1,017,425
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Michael F
Series 63, Series 65
Greenwood Village, CO
Tandem Financial, LLC
Michael Franklin's 26 years of experience and expertise in private and alternative investments make him well-equipped to handle complex asset classes like private equity and hedge funds in Colorado. Operating independently with a flat-fee structure ranging from $2,500 to $25,000, he offers diversified portfolio management using fundamental and technical analyses, distinguishing him from others by combining seasoned insight with transparent, flexible fee options.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $1,117,146
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