Top financial advisors working with military members and veterans in Detroit, MI

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 are a military member or veteran navigating retirement or benefits decisions, you need an advisor who understands the unique financial challenges you face. A common mistake is working with someone unfamiliar with military pensions and benefits, which can lead to costly errors in your retirement planning.

  • Military benefits knowledge. Confirm the advisor understands VA benefits, military pensions, and survivor benefits to avoid missed opportunities.
  • Pension integration. Ask how they incorporate your military pension with other retirement income sources for a clear, sustainable plan.
  • Transition planning. Look for experience helping clients shift from active duty to civilian life, including managing income changes and benefit timing.
  • Local expertise. Detroit's auto industry presence affects many military families' retirement choices; check how advisors factor this into your plan.

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William H

CFP®

Detroit, MI

Farther

William Hullinger III is a CFP® professional with 10 years of experience in financial advisory. He currently works at Farther Finance Advisors and previously held roles at Verity Wealth Partners LLC and Planning Alternatives LTD. Outside of his advisory work, Hullinger is involved as an LLC member and officer in businesses related to real estate and online education. Farther provides discretionary investment management and advisory services primarily to individual investors, trusts, and estates through a combination of digital platforms and in-person meetings. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach using proprietary model portfolios, algorithmic rebalancing, and a variety of investment vehicles, supplemented by AI tools under internal review.

Passive / index investing Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies
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Keith D

Series 63, Series 66

Dearborn, MI

J.P. Morgan Securities

Keith Dean is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and has worked at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2008. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework to support its recommendations.

Wealth management Executive Founder/Business Owner
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Rebecca C

Series 66

Detroit, MI

UBS Financial Services

Rebecca Calabro is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services with seven years of industry experience. She previously worked at Morgan Stanley, Merrill, and Genisys Credit Union. Calabro holds a Series 66 designation. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through brokerage and investment advisory offerings, including fee-based financial planning and portfolio management. The firm combines institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and uses proprietary research and model-based asset allocations to tailor client strategies.

General retirement planning Cash flow / budgeting Equity compensation tax strategy Executive Founder/Business Owner Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Patrick K

Series 65

Detroit, MI

Signal Advisors Wealth, LLC

Patrick Kelly Jr. is a financial advisor at Signal Advisors Wealth, LLC with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc., Rep Pro, LLC, and Global Financial Private Capital, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he co-founded Function Plus, a non-investment-related business. Signal Advisors Wealth operates a turnkey asset management platform serving independent RIAs, co-branded investment adviser representatives, and their retail clients. The firm employs a primarily top-down, tactical asset allocation process with sector rotation and combines fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis in managing discretionary strategies.

Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Retirement income strategy Wealth management Cash flow / budgeting Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Brendan W

Series 63, Series 65

Detroit, MI

M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc.

Brendan Walsh is a financial advisor with M Holdings Securities, Inc. in Detroit, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 19 years of industry experience. He has worked with Catalyst Solutions Group, Inc. since 2015 and with M Holdings Securities since 2012. M Holdings Securities, Inc. serves a broad client base including high-net-worth individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporations through a nationwide network of independent firms and professionals. The firm offers a variety of advisory and brokerage services, including discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, retirement plan consulting, and insurance advisory, utilizing platform providers and third-party sub-advisors to support comprehensive client service.

ESG / Sustainable investing Tax-loss harvesting Executive Founder/Business Owner Retired

Craig S

Series 63, Series 66

Erie, PA

Edward Jones

Craig Schwegman is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Erie, PA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 1995. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a nationwide network of over 23,700 financial advisors.

Retirement income strategy Wealth management General estate planning guidance Military & Veterans

Jonathan P

Series 65, Series 66

Reno, NV

Fidelity

Jonathan Pollack is a Financial Consultant currently serving clients at Fidelity. He has held several roles within Fidelity Investments since 2023, including Investment Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Financial Representative. Prior to joining Fidelity, he was a Financial Advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services LLC from 2022 to 2023. His professional background is complemented by his service as a U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret, which has contributed to his strategic approach to financial planning. Jonathan holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in financial consulting. Born and raised in Northern Nevada, Jonathan is committed to serving his community. His personal interests include family activities, fitness, football, military service, pets, and volunteering.

Charitable giving & philanthropy Active portfolio management Military & Veterans

Quintina W

Series 66

Mount Pleasant, SC

Merrill

Quintina Wallace is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in small business retirement plans and qualified plan education. She partners with business owners to design, implement, and service retirement plans that align with their workforce needs and business objectives. Quintina helps plan sponsors evaluate plan designs, fulfill fiduciary responsibilities, and improve participant outcomes by coordinating with recordkeepers, TPAs, accountants, and other service providers. Quintina holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She earned her Bachelor's degree from Albany State University. Quintina also serves as a resource for retirement plan participants, providing education and personalized guidance to assist them in making informed financial decisions throughout life transitions such as retirement and career changes. Beyond her professional role, Quintina is involved with organizations such as the Alzheimer's Association, the COVA Christian Chamber of Commerce, and the National Association of Plan Advisors. Her personal interests include camping, hiking, and spending time with her family.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business ownership considerations Wealth management General retirement planning Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Women Professionals Female Executives

Arnie C

CFP®, EA

Vallejo, CA

Achievable Wealth, LLC

WHAT I DO: I help Locum Tenens physicians and advanced practice providers gain clarity about their finances, identify opportunities and pitfalls, and stay on track with a trusted accountability partner. WHY IT MATTERS: Three recurring concerns stand out in my conversations with Active Duty Military and Civilian physicians and advanced practice providers: Skill Atrophy – Concerns about staying clinically sharp and staying competitive due to limited patient volume or exposure to diverse clinical settings. Financial Catch-Up – After years of training, many feel the pressure to fast-track savings and build long-term financial security. Time Flexibility – A deep desire for greater control over one’s schedule to prioritize family, entrepreneurship, or personal goals. These pressures often lead physicians to pursue Locum Tenens work—part-time or full-time—for its higher earning potential and flexible structure. But with that flexibility comes greater financial complexity, making a clear strategy and support system more important than ever. HOW I DO IT: Together, we assess your strengths and gaps across the six pillars of financial planning: Cash Flow Management, Risk Management, Estate Planning, Tax Strategy, Retirement Planning, and Investment Management. Then, we develop action items over 3 months to strengthen your financial foundation. Clients are empowered to self implement recommendations or collaborate with us for efficiency and accountability. NEXT STEPS: Ready to take control of your financial future? Connect with me on LinkedIn or reach out directly at [email protected]—I’d love to learn more about your goals and how I can help. MORE ABOUT ME: I rediscovered my love for running three years ago thanks to one of my sons, starting with local 5Ks around the San Francisco Bay Area. Since then, I’ve become especially fond of the half-marathon distance, with races like the Oakland and San Francisco Half under my belt. Marathon training is next on the horizon, and I’m looking forward to the challenge. I also love exploring new places—favorites so far include Ilocos Sur (Philippines), Tokyo, Seoul, Busan, Barcelona, Lisbon, and London.

General retirement planning Cash flow / budgeting College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Business ownership considerations Doctor or Medical Professional Military & Veterans
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Scott C

CFP®, Series 63, Series 66

Scottsdale, AZ

Echelon Private Wealth LLC

Scott Cadieux is a CFP® with 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Fidelity Brokerage Services, Strategic Advisers LLC, and Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors before founding Echelon Private Wealth LLC, where he has been since 2020. Outside of his advisory work, he owns and operates a vending machine business and works as an independent insurance agent. Echelon Private Wealth provides discretionary portfolio management, asset allocation advice, and goal-based financial planning to individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm uses a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis alongside modern portfolio theory, offering customized investment strategies including options programs managed on a discretionary basis.

Options & derivatives strategies Tax-loss harvesting Wealth management Retirement withdrawal strategies Military & Veterans Government Employee Values-based investing

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