CFP®-certified, private / alternative investments financial advisors in Dover, OH
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 have significant assets outside traditional stocks and bonds, like private equity or hedge funds, you need an advisor who understands these complex investments. Without that expertise, you might face hidden risks or miss opportunities unique to private and alternative investments. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, which helps them integrate alternative assets into your overall strategy.
- Municipal tax awareness. Ask how they handle local income taxes, which can differ by city and affect your returns.
- Liquidity management. Confirm they plan for the less liquid nature of private investments to avoid cash flow issues.
- Risk assessment. Look for advisors who evaluate alternative investments beyond standard market volatility measures.
- Portfolio integration. Ensure they explain how private assets fit with your broader financial goals and timelines.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Timothy V
CFP®, Series 66
Canton, OH
OneSeven
Timothy Valentine is equipped to manage private and alternative investments with his CFP® certification and eight years of experience, supported by OneSeven's access to diversified portfolios including private placements. His flat-fee and hourly fee options offer flexible cost structures, and his expertise extends to options, derivatives, and real estate investing, providing a broader range of strategies compared to other advisors in the Dover area.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $461,030
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James K
CFP®, Series 66
North Canton, OH
Carson Wealth
James Kampetis, a CFP® with six years of experience, specializes in private and alternative investments, offering expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement income strategy. Based in North Canton, OH, he works at CWM, LLC, a large firm serving diverse clients with flat-fee financial planning and discretionary portfolio management, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $875,860
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Michael T
CFP®
North Canton, OH
MAI Capital Management, LLC
Michael Thomas offers expertise in private and alternative investments, supported by his CFP® certification and four years of industry experience. Based in North Canton, OH, he works at Mai Capital Management, a large firm known for its multi-strategy investment platform that includes private funds and comprehensive wealth management services, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or smaller firms.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $2,176,834
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