Top financial advisors working with millennials and entertainment industry professionals
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 building a career in the entertainment industry, your income and benefits might be irregular or project-based, which calls for financial planning that adapts to these ups and downs. Without an advisor who understands the unique cash flow and contract cycles in entertainment, you risk mismanaging your savings or missing key tax opportunities.
- Income variability management. Look for advisors who plan for fluctuating earnings and help smooth your cash flow across busy and slow periods.
- Contract and royalty insights. Ask how they incorporate contract terms and royalty payments into your long-term financial plan.
- Tax planning for creatives. Confirm they know how to handle deductions and credits specific to entertainment professionals.
- Career transition support. See if they assist with planning for shifts between projects or roles, including gaps in employment.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Galen H
CFP®
Newbury Park, CA
Buff Your Finances
Galen Herbst De Cortina specializes in serving Millennials in the entertainment industry, particularly streamers, with expertise in tax strategies for small businesses and business exit planning. His flat-fee structure and independent practice in Newbury Park, CA, differentiate him from others, while his personal passion for gaming and experience as a founder provide unique insights into the financial challenges faced by entertainment professionals with irregular incomes.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $240,400
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Tim I
CFP®
Durham, NC
Iseler Financial
Tim Iseler is well-suited for Millennials in the entertainment industry due to his 18 years of music industry experience and expertise in cash flow management, retirement, and estate planning. His flat-fee service models and CFP® certification provide flexible options, while his independent practice in Durham, NC, offers personalized attention distinct from larger firms.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $153,764
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Shaun M
CFP®
Brentwood, TN
Melby Wealth Management
Shaun Melby specializes in serving Millennials in the entertainment industry, leveraging over seven years of experience and a CFP® certification to address unique financial challenges like income variability and business exit strategies. Based in Brentwood, TN, he offers a flat-fee initial financial plan and focuses on young professionals, distinguishing himself with a background in music business and a personal commitment to clients' long-term financial peace.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $214,191
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David M
CFP®
Orem, UT
Facet
David Mawhinney specializes in serving Millennials in the entertainment industry, offering expertise in managing cash flow and tax-loss harvesting, which are crucial for handling irregular income and contract-based earnings common in this field. Based in Orem, UT, he provides flat-fee and project-based financial planning, combining his CFP® certification with an independent, evidence-based approach tailored to online influencers and content creators, setting him apart from advisors tied to larger investment firms.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $515,820
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