Seasoned 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.
You might be entering retirement or already retired and looking to manage your income, taxes, and assets effectively. A common mistake is not accounting for Florida's unique tax environment, which lacks state income tax but relies heavily on property and sales taxes.
- Federal tax focus. Since Florida has no state income tax, ask how they optimize your federal tax situation alongside property and sales tax considerations.
- Homestead protection knowledge. Confirm they understand Florida's strong homestead laws that can protect your primary residence from creditors and property tax increases.
- Income sequencing. Retired clients often need help deciding the order to draw from accounts to minimize taxes and maximize income.
- Experience matters. Seasoned advisors here bring decades of insight into retirement challenges specific to Florida's tax and legal landscape.
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 28 years of experience and expertise in retirement plans for business owners make him well-suited to assist retirees in Florida with income sequencing and tax optimization. His flat-fee structure and affiliation with Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and fiduciary solutions, differentiate him by providing flexible planning options and access to a broad range of investment strategies.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Angela P
Series 63, Series 65
Sarasota, FL
Raymond James Financial
Angela Peterson's 22 years of experience and focus on general retirement planning make her well-equipped to address the financial needs of retirees in Florida, including income sequencing and tax considerations. Working with Raymond James Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee and hourly fee structures, she serves a diverse client base and provides tailored financial plans, distinguishing her from advisors with narrower specialties or smaller firm affiliations.
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 navigate the state's unique tax environment and retirement income sequencing. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing, a large firm offering IPS-driven retirement plan consulting and diverse investment options, he also serves high-net-worth clients with a flat-fee structure, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee models or firm sizes.
Experience: 54 years
Avg account: $475,575
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Trent N
Series 63, Series 65
Bradenton, FL
RBC Capital Markets
Trent Nelson's 24 years of experience and focus on retired clients in Florida equip him to address retirement income sequencing and tax optimization, crucial for managing federal taxes alongside Florida's unique property and sales tax environment. His affiliation with RBC Capital Markets, a large firm offering flat-fee options and diverse investment strategies, distinguishes him by providing access to tailored wealth management solutions and expertise in alternative investments and tax-loss harvesting.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $1,017,425
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Deborah V
Series 63
Stuart, FL
Raymond James & Associates
Deborah Vincent's 26 years of experience and focus on general retirement planning make her well-equipped to address the financial needs of retirees in Florida, including managing income sequencing and tax considerations unique to the state. Affiliated with the large firm Raymond James & Associates, she offers flat-fee and hourly fee structures, providing flexible options compared to advisors with different billing methods or smaller firms.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $788,879
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