Seasoned, early retirement planning financial advisors
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're thinking about retiring well before the traditional age, you need a plan that balances your savings, spending, and investment growth over a potentially long retirement. Without careful planning, you might run out of money or face unexpected tax hits.
- Withdrawal strategy clarity. Ask how they plan your income streams to last through decades of retirement, not just a few years.
- Healthcare cost foresight. Early retirees often face years without employer coverage; check how they prepare you for these expenses.
- Tax impact management. Confirm they consider how your withdrawals affect taxes over time, including Social Security and Medicare eligibility.
- Experience matters. Seasoned advisors bring years of navigating early retirement challenges, which can help avoid common pitfalls.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Larry D
Series 63, Series 65
South Holland, IL
Blueprint Financial Advisors
Larry Deyoung's 49 years of experience and expertise in early retirement planning and retirement income strategy make him well-equipped to help clients plan for a long retirement with balanced savings and spending. Operating from South Holland, IL, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning services through Blueprint Financial Advisors, which uses a globally diversified investment approach combining strategic asset allocation with tactical momentum signals, distinguishing him from other seasoned advisors.
Experience: 50 years
Avg account: $597,217
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Michael E
Series 63, Series 65
Saginaw, MI
Merrill
Michael Elliott's extensive 44 years of experience and focus on early retirement planning make him well-equipped to help clients navigate the complexities of retiring early, including managing healthcare costs and tax impacts. As a seasoned advisor at Merrill, a large firm, he offers a comprehensive wealth management approach with a 1.10% AUM fee, catering to mid-career professionals and high earners, which may provide more structured resources compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Mark C
Series 63, Series 66
St Charles, MO
Edward Jones
Mark Charlton specializes in early retirement planning with 25 years of experience, offering expertise in retirement income strategy and wealth management. Based in St Charles, MO, he works with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, providing a comprehensive advisory program with an annual fee up to 1.35%. His background as a founder and business owner adds practical insight to his financial guidance.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Steven G
Series 63, Series 66
Edwardsville, IL
Feltl Advisors
Steven Gray's 23 years of experience and focus on early retirement planning equip him to address the complexities of retiring before the traditional age, including withdrawal strategies and tax impact management. Operating from Edwardsville, IL, he works with Feltl Advisors, which serves a diverse client base including individual investors and institutions, offering negotiable fees up to 3% annually and non-discretionary advice through wrap-fee programs, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower client scopes or fee structures.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $393,434
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Benedict J
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Austin, TX
Gap Financial Services
Benedict Johnson's 28 years of experience and specialties in early retirement planning and withdrawal strategies equip him to address the complexities of retiring early, including managing cash flow and debt. Based in Austin, TX, he offers flat-fee and ongoing planning options through GAP Financial Services, which emphasizes passive investing with index funds and ETFs, catering to high-net-worth clients seeking comprehensive, independent advice.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $1,408,068
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