CFP®-certified, retirement income strategy financial advisors in East Lansing, 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.
You might need a retirement income strategy advisor if you're approaching retirement and want to make sure your savings, pensions, and Social Security work together to provide steady income. A common mistake is not coordinating these income sources, which can lead to running out of money too soon.
- Pension integration. Ask how they factor in your pension benefits alongside other income streams to create a reliable withdrawal plan.
- Withdrawal sequencing. Confirm their approach to deciding which accounts to draw from first to maximize your income and minimize taxes.
- Longevity planning. Check if they consider how long your money needs to last, including potential healthcare costs and inflation.
- Social Security timing. Inquire about their guidance on when to start Social Security benefits to optimize your lifetime income.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Christian R
CFP®, Series 66
East Lansing, MI
Merrill
Christian Ragsdale specializes in retirement income strategy and wealth management, holding CFP® and Series 66 designations with 8 years of experience at Merrill in East Lansing, MI. He offers a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million and serves mid-career professionals and HENRY clients, collaborating closely with attorneys and CPAs to create personalized, tax-efficient plans that integrate pensions and Social Security timing.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Matthew N
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
East Lansing, MI
Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC
Matthew Nordmann's 32 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to develop retirement income strategies that integrate pensions, Social Security, and tax-efficient withdrawal sequencing. Working at Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC, a large firm with $16 billion AUM, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning, serving established professionals and providing access to family office services and alternative investments.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $781,916
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Derek J
CFP®
Lansing, MI
United Advisors America
Derek Johnson specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making him well-suited for clients in East Lansing, MI, seeking coordinated income planning. With two years of CFP®-certified experience and a background in private business management, he offers independent advice and employs a Modern Portfolio Theory approach with a 1.0% annual AUM fee, differentiating him from advisors with longer tenure or different investment styles.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $158,957
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Sara F
CFP®, Series 66
East Lansing, MI
Commonwealth Financial Network
Sara Frank Hepfer offers retirement income strategy expertise in East Lansing, MI, backed by 19 years of experience and CFP® certification. She works with Commonwealth Financial Network, a large firm providing extensive support and diverse advisory programs, and offers flexible fee options including flat fees and hourly consulting, distinguishing her from advisors with more rigid fee structures.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $568,323
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Henry G
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63
East Lansing, MI
Ameriprise
Henry Guzzo specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making him well-suited for clients approaching retirement in East Lansing, MI. With 28 years of experience at Ameriprise, a large firm offering algorithm-driven retirement income planning and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies, he provides a comprehensive approach including pension integration and longevity planning, supported by a competitive 0.15% AUM fee.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $471,167
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