Seasoned, equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) financial advisors in Glendale, CA
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 ESPP (employee stock purchase plan) shares vesting soon, you need an advisor who understands how to time sales and tax strategies carefully. Without this expertise, you might trigger unexpected tax bills or miss opportunities to maximize your gains. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience navigating these complex decisions.
- Tax timing insight. Ask how they plan sales around your income and tax brackets to avoid surprises.
- Equity type nuances. Confirm they know the differences between RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs and how each affects your taxes.
- Long-term planning. Look for advisors who integrate your equity with retirement and cash flow goals, not just short-term gains.
- State tax knowledge. Since California has high income taxes but limits on property tax increases, check how they factor this into your overall plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Larry K
CFP®
Manhattan Beach, CA
Digital Wealth, LLC
Larry Koeppel specializes in equity recipients with 24 years of experience and holds a CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to manage RSU, SOP, and ESPP complexities for clients in Glendale and nearby areas. His firm, Digital Wealth, LLC, offers flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, focuses on technology professionals, and serves high-net-worth Gen X clients, distinguishing him with a digital-first approach and broad geographic reach.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $480,483
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Amy F
Series 66
Pasadena, CA
Merrill
Amy Fang brings 28 years of experience managing equity compensation strategies, including RSUs and ESPPs, with a focus on integrating these into long-term retirement and income planning. Based in Pasadena and affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, she offers a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million and specializes in advising women professionals and executives, providing personalized wealth management with a collaborative approach.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Sean I
Series 63, Series 65
Glendale, CA
Fidelity
Sean Irwin specializes in equity recipients like RSUs and ESPPs, offering 23 years of experience and a deep understanding of tax timing and stock option strategies in Glendale, CA. As Vice President at Fidelity, a large firm, he integrates executive compensation with comprehensive wealth planning, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on short-term gains.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Nicholas P
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 66
Hermosa Beach, CA
Edward Jones
Nicholas Pennino offers seasoned expertise in managing equity compensation like RSUs and ESPPs, supported by 25 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® credentials. Based in Hermosa Beach, CA, he works with a large firm, Edward Jones, providing comprehensive wealth management and a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, which may suit executives and women professionals seeking integrated tax and long-term planning.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $246,728
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