Seasoned financial advisors working with clients approaching retirement in East Wenatchee, WA
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 be approaching retirement soon and wondering how to balance your income needs with tax planning and investment risks. Without focused experience, advisors can overlook how state taxes and long-term capital gains affect your retirement income.
- Tax-aware planning. Look for advisors who understand Washington's unique tax landscape, including the 7% capital gains tax on large gains.
- Income sequencing. Ask how they plan withdrawals to manage federal taxes and avoid unexpected tax hits.
- Risk management near retirement. Confirm they adjust your portfolio to protect against market downturns as you shift from accumulation to income.
- Experience with retirement timing. Seasoned advisors here often help clients decide when to claim Social Security and pensions to maximize lifetime income.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Wayde K
Series 63, Series 66
East Wenatchee, WA
LPL Financial
Wayde Knowles offers seasoned guidance for clients approaching retirement in East Wenatchee, leveraging 33 years of experience and expertise in wealth management and retirement plans for business owners. Affiliated with Lincoln Investment, a large firm managing $18.9 billion, he provides flexible fee options including flat and hourly fees, distinguishing him from advisors with more rigid fee structures.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Steven H
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Wenatchee, WA
Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC
Steven Hoglund offers seasoned guidance for clients approaching retirement in East Wenatchee, leveraging 28 years of experience and CFP® certification to address tax-aware planning and income sequencing. His affiliation with Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, a large SEC-registered firm, provides access to a strategic investment process blending passive and active management, with flexible fee options including flat fees and hourly consulting.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $1,378,035
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Sherry G
Series 63, Series 65
Wenatchee, WA
Ameriprise
Sherry Gustin's 39 years of experience and focus on retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization make her well-suited for clients approaching retirement in East Wenatchee, WA. Working with Ameriprise, a large firm offering comprehensive advisory and insurance solutions, she provides tax-efficient planning with a competitive 0.15% AUM fee, distinguishing her from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Michelle J
Series 63, Series 66
Wenatchee, WA
Cetera
Michelle Jones brings 23 years of experience and specializes in wealth management and retirement plans for business owners, making her well-suited for clients approaching retirement in East Wenatchee. Operating within Cetera, a large firm offering both discretionary portfolio management and financial planning with flat-fee options, she also holds Series 63 and 66 licenses and serves high earners transitioning to retirement.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $306,089
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