Flat-fee financial advisors working with retirees 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.
When you’re retired and managing your income streams, you need an advisor who understands how to stretch your savings without triggering unnecessary taxes or penalties. A common mistake is treating retirement income as a simple paycheck replacement rather than a complex balance of withdrawals, tax impacts, and spending needs. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what you’ll pay regardless of your portfolio size.
- Withdrawal sequencing. Ask how they plan the order of taking money from different accounts to minimize taxes and preserve your nest egg.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they consider federal taxes, property taxes, and sales taxes, especially since Florida has no state income tax but other tax factors.
- Homestead protections. Check if they leverage Florida’s strong homestead laws to protect your primary residence from creditors and reduce property tax exposure.
- Income sustainability. See how they model your spending and income sources to help your savings last through retirement.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Richard M
Series 63
Fort Walton, FL
Cetera
Richard Martin's extensive 28 years of experience and focus on retired clients make him well-suited to manage retirement income in Florida, especially with his expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners. Operating within Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and fiduciary solutions, he provides flat-fee financial planning negotiated directly with clients, distinguishing him from advisors who may rely solely on asset-based fees.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Luis S
Series 63, Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Luis Sanabria offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting services tailored for retirees in Florida, addressing complex retirement income needs such as tax impact awareness and income sustainability. Based in Tampa and backed by J.W. Cole Advisors' large firm resources, he brings seven years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 66, with a background at major firms like Fidelity and Morgan Stanley, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller firm support or less diverse experience.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $255,702
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Angela P
Series 63, Series 65
Sarasota, FL
Raymond James Financial
Angela Peterson specializes in retirement planning and cash flow management, making her well-suited to help retirees in Florida manage income streams with a flat-fee structure. Based in Sarasota and affiliated with Raymond James Financial, she brings 22 years of experience and serves a diverse client base, offering tailored financial plans and non-discretionary investment consulting, which may provide more personalized options compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Peter H
Series 63, Series 65
Sarasota, FL
Wells Fargo Clearing
Peter Hart's extensive 54 years of experience and focus on retired clients in Florida equip him to manage retirement income with attention to tax impacts and withdrawal sequencing. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing, a large firm offering IPS-driven retirement plan consulting and diverse investment options, he provides flat-fee service with one-time and ongoing fees, catering to high-net-worth individuals and leveraging his local property ownership for regional insight.
Experience: 54 years
Avg account: $475,575
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Andres C
Series 65, Series 63
Tampa, FL
Independent Financial partners
Andres Castro specializes in retirement income strategy and tax-loss harvesting, making him well-suited to help retirees in Florida manage income streams and tax impacts effectively. Operating within Independent Financial Partners, a large firm with a multi-advisor platform, he offers flat-fee financial planning services negotiated based on complexity, providing flexibility compared to tiered AUM fees and benefiting from a broad network and centralized asset management options.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $225,569
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