CFP®-certified financial advisors working with clients approaching retirement in Florida
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 and wondering how to balance your income needs with tax considerations, especially since Florida has no state income tax but does have property and sales taxes to consider. A common mistake is focusing only on federal taxes without accounting for how property and sales taxes impact your overall retirement budget.
- Income sequencing. Ask how they plan your withdrawals to manage federal tax brackets while considering Florida's unique tax environment.
- Homestead protections. Confirm their knowledge of Florida's strong homestead laws and how these can protect your primary residence.
- Healthcare cost planning. Discuss how they incorporate Medicare and other healthcare expenses into your retirement cash flow.
- Social Security timing. Explore their approach to optimizing when you start Social Security benefits to maximize your income over time.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
-
Jeffery W
CFP®, Series 66
Lakeland, FL
Ameriprise
Jeffery Wallace specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making him well-suited for individuals approaching retirement in Florida. With 24 years of experience at Ameriprise, a large firm offering detailed retirement-income planning and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies, he serves clients with managed assets and charges a 0.15% AUM fee, distinguishing him through a structured, research-driven approach.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $471,167
-
Corey W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Tampa, FL
Voya financial Advisors, Inc.
Corey Ward's 17 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to assist those approaching retirement in Florida, focusing on retirement income strategy, cash flow, and Social Security optimization. Affiliated with Voya Financial Advisors, a large firm offering both flat-fee and AUM-based services, he serves a diverse clientele including executives and business owners, providing a broad range of investment and retirement planning solutions.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $236,678
-
Ryan P
CFP®, Series 66
Winter Garden, FL
Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC
Ryan Paul is well-equipped to assist those approaching retirement in Florida, leveraging his CFP® certification and 13 years of experience to address income sequencing and tax considerations unique to the state. Affiliated with Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC, he offers flat-fee planning and combines passive and active investment strategies, serving a broad client base including business owners and Baby Boomers, which may provide a more comprehensive approach compared to advisors focused solely on retirement planning.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $1,378,035
-
Cameron S
CFP®, Series 66
Jacksonville, FL
Equitable Advisors
Cameron Slack is well-suited for those approaching retirement in Florida, offering expertise in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, which are crucial for managing income and tax considerations unique to the state. Working with Equitable Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he provides tailored advisory services with a fee structure ranging from 0.20% to 2.50% annually, supported by two years of industry experience and a background that includes business ownership and executive roles.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $570,841
-
Alfred B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Heathrow, FL
Cetera
Alfred Baker's CFP® certification and 44 years of experience make him well-equipped to assist those approaching retirement in Florida, especially with his expertise in wealth management and retirement plans for business owners. Operating within Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and financial planning services, he provides flexible fee options including flat fees and hourly consulting, which may appeal to clients seeking tailored financial planning in the Florida tax environment.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $306,089
Want help finding the right advisor?
Answer a few questions to see advisors matched to you.
Advisors focused on
People also searched
Popular in Florida
Find advisors by type
Not sure where to start?
We'll help you think it through—whether you ultimately need an advisor or not. Warmer helps you compare advisors clearly, so you can choose with confidence.
For advisor listings, we rely on sources including public filings and data provided by advisors, and we cannot guarantee that all information is current or accurate. Advisors are independent and may not have reviewed or updated this information. Please review an advisor's Form ADV and do your own diligence before deciding whether to work with them.
Advisor matching and referrals are provided by FinanceHQ LLC ("FHQ"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Warmer and an SEC-registered investment adviser. We may be compensated by participating advisors. You pay no fee to use our matching service, and advisor fees are not increased because of a referral. We do not supervise advisors, manage or hold assets, guarantee performance, or provide advice about specific investments.
By using our service, you agree to the Warmer Terms of Service and FHQ Advisory Agreement, and acknowledge Warmer's Privacy Policy. Please review FHQ's ADV Part 2A and Form CRS. Logos provided by Logo.dev
© 2026 Warmer Holdings Inc. ("Warmer")