Large-firm, equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) financial advisors in Franklin, TN
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 have equity compensation like RSUs (restricted stock units) or ESPPs (employee stock purchase plans) vesting soon, you need an advisor who understands how to time sales and tax impacts. Without this expertise, you might sell shares at the wrong time and face unnecessary federal taxes or miss out on growth opportunities. Large-firm advisors often have access to broader resources and specialized teams that can support complex equity planning.
- Federal tax focus. Tennessee doesn’t tax wages or investment income at the state level, so ask how they optimize your federal tax bill around equity events.
- Equity sale timing. Confirm how they help decide when to sell shares to balance tax consequences and cash flow needs.
- Integration with benefits. Equity planning should align with your overall compensation and benefits; check how they coordinate these elements.
- Experience with large firms. Large-firm advisors may offer structured processes and compliance support—ask how that benefits your equity strategy.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Richard C
Series 66
Franklin, TN
Merrill
Richard Carter in Franklin, TN, specializes in equity compensation planning for executives, including RSUs and ESPPs, supported by his seven years at Merrill, a large firm known for structured processes. His expertise extends to retirement income strategy and tax minimization, with a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies, making him a strong choice for mid-career professionals seeking integrated wealth management.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Joshua K
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Brentwood, TN
Fidelity
Joshua Kimbrough specializes in equity recipients with 15 years of experience and holds CFP®, Series 63, and Series 66 designations, working at Fidelity, a large firm known for structured processes and compliance support. His focus on executive compensation design and liquidity event planning, combined with his background in executive services, distinguishes him from other advisors in the Franklin, TN area.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Nicholas B
CFP®, Series 66
Columbia, TN
Edward Jones
Nicholas Beck specializes in equity recipients, including RSUs and ESPPs, with 16 years of experience at Edward Jones, a large firm known for comprehensive wealth management and structured advisory programs. His CFP® certification and focus on retirement and startup equity planning complement his ability to integrate equity strategies with overall financial goals, distinguishing him from other advisors in the Franklin, TN area.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $246,728
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