Top business ownership considerations financial advisors in District of Columbia
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.
Owning a business in the District of Columbia means you might face unique challenges like managing FERS pensions, TSP rollovers, and coordinating benefits tied to federal employment. Without an advisor familiar with these specifics, you risk missing key opportunities or mismanaging your retirement and estate plans.
- FERS and TSP expertise. Confirm how they handle federal retirement systems and Thrift Savings Plan rollovers, which differ from private-sector plans.
- Estate tax navigation. D.C. has its own estate tax with a lower exemption than the federal level; ask how they plan around this.
- Benefits coordination. Business ownership can affect your federal benefits; ensure they understand how to integrate these into your financial plan.
- Experience with local firms. Since most advisors here work at large firms, ask how their firm’s resources support your business ownership needs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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John H
Series 66
Washington, DC
Merrill
John Hasenberg's 25 years at Merrill Lynch equip him to address business ownership considerations in the District of Columbia, including managing federal benefits and estate tax planning. His focus on dentists and business owners, combined with leading an 8-person team at a large firm, distinguishes him by offering specialized expertise and robust resources compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Greg R
Series 63, Series 65
Washington, DC
Thrivent Investment Management
Greg Roemer's 29 years of experience and focus on business ownership considerations make him well-equipped to address the unique financial challenges faced by business owners in Washington, DC. Working with Thrivent Investment Management, a large firm offering dedicated planning services without discretionary trading authority, he provides holistic, goal-based financial analyses tailored to individuals, families, and businesses.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $162,801
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Don M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Washington, DC
Edward Jones
Don Morton specializes in business ownership considerations and retirement plans for business owners, making him well-equipped to address unique challenges faced by business owners in the District of Columbia. His CFP® certification, experience at a large firm like Edward Jones with over $1 trillion in assets, and background as a founder provide a blend of personal insight and institutional support that distinguishes him from other advisors in the area.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Ed S
CFP®
Washington, DC
Valor Wealth Partners
Ed Smith specializes in business ownership considerations in Washington, DC, with 26 years of experience and a CFP® certification, making him well-versed in federal employee benefits like FERS and TSP rollovers. As an independent advisor offering flat-fee and AUM pricing, he leads a veteran-owned firm focused on personalized strategies and values-based investing, distinguishing him from others by combining deep federal expertise with a client-centered approach.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $406,747
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Harold M
Series 63, Series 65
Washington, DC
VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc.
Harold Michael specializes in business ownership considerations and retirement income strategy, with 10 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 65. Based in Washington, DC, he works at a large firm offering flat fees and hourly consulting, supported by MissionSquare Retirement's expertise in deferred compensation and qualified retirement plans for government and non-profit clients.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $236,678
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