Flat-fee, general retirement planning financial advisors in Costa Mesa, CA
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.
Planning for retirement income can feel overwhelming, especially if you're unsure how to balance your savings, Social Security, and investments. A common mistake is not accounting for how taxes and property values might change over time, which can affect your spending power.
- Tax impact awareness. Ask how they factor in California's high income taxes and the protections from Proposition 13 on your property taxes.
- Income sequencing. Confirm how they plan the order of withdrawals from different accounts to minimize taxes and maximize income.
- Longevity planning. Check if they consider how long your savings need to last, including potential healthcare and long-term care costs.
- Flat-fee clarity. Understand exactly what services are included in their flat fee to avoid unexpected charges.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michael G
Series 63
Costa Mesa, CA
Sanctuary Advisors, LLC
Michael Goldfader offers flat-fee financial planning services in Costa Mesa, specializing in general retirement planning with 35 years of experience and expertise in retirement plans for business owners. His affiliation with Sanctuary Advisors, a large firm serving diverse clients with multiple investment approaches, distinguishes him from others by providing broad resources and tailored portfolio management options.
Experience: 35 years
Avg account: $1,618,113
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Peter H
Series 66
Costa Mesa, CA
Edelman Financial Engines
Peter Holliday offers flat-fee financial planning in Costa Mesa, specializing in general retirement planning and retirement income strategy with 23 years of experience. His firm, Edelman Financial Engines, combines technology-driven advisory services with a committee-based modeling process, providing diversified portfolios and long-term investment approaches, which may appeal to clients seeking structured, large-firm support alongside flat-fee options.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $375,508
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Corey J
Series 65
Newport Beach, CA
Shorebird, LLC
Corey Johnson offers flat-fee financial planning services in the Costa Mesa area, specializing in general retirement planning, cash flow, and income planning. With eight years of experience and a Series 65 designation, he provides tailored asset allocation and long-term investment strategies through his single-advisor firm, Shorebird, LLC, distinguishing him from others by combining personalized service with a clear fee structure.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $456,489
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Joshua C
Series 63, Series 65
Newport Beach, CA
Sunpath Financial
Joshua Crowe offers flat-fee financial planning with a focus on general retirement planning, cash flow, and debt management, making him well-suited for clients in Costa Mesa seeking clear, project-based fees ranging from $2,500 to $10,000. His firm, Sunpath Financial, serves both individual and high-net-worth clients using a Core + Satellite investment approach and provides educational workshops, distinguishing him from advisors with purely asset-based fees or narrower service scopes.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $121,669
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Henk P
CFP®, Series 65
Costa Mesa, CA
Investus Financial
Henk Pieters offers flat-fee general retirement planning in Costa Mesa, CA, with 20 years of experience and CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to address retirement income sequencing and tax impacts. His independent firm, Investus Financial, emphasizes long-term value investing with mutual funds and ETFs, coordinating with clients' legal and tax professionals, which distinguishes him from advisors with broader or less integrated approaches.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $1,037,141
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