Seasoned, tax-loss harvesting 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 investments with losses that could offset gains, a tax-loss harvesting advisor can help you use those losses to reduce your tax bill. Without careful planning, you might miss opportunities to lower your taxes or accidentally trigger unwanted tax events. Seasoned advisors bring years of experience navigating these complexities to help you make the most of your portfolio.
- Loss identification strategy. Ask how they spot and prioritize losses that can offset gains without disrupting your investment goals.
- Wash sale awareness. Confirm they understand the rule that prevents repurchasing the same security within 30 days to claim a loss.
- Tax impact timing. Inquire how they balance immediate tax benefits against long-term investment growth.
- State tax considerations. Since California has high income taxes, check how they factor state rules and Proposition 13 property tax limits into your plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michael B
Series 63, Series 66
Glendale, CA
LPL Financial
Michael Bain's 24 years of experience and expertise in tax-loss harvesting, wealth management, and retirement plans make him well-equipped to handle complex tax strategies in Glendale, CA. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth households, providing access to extensive investment research and advisory resources.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Mark G
CFA®, Series 65
Glendale, CA
WESCAP Group
Mark Gleason offers seasoned expertise in tax-loss harvesting with 28 years of experience and CFA® credentials, serving high-net-worth clients in Glendale, CA. His firm, WESCAP Group, emphasizes a contrarian, value-oriented investment approach with broad global diversification and tax awareness, providing flat-fee and hourly consulting options that differentiate him from advisors with standard AUM fees.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $3,327,103
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Louis S
PFS™, Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Glendale, CA
Cetera
Louis Sclafani's 24 years of experience and PFS™ designation equip him to handle tax-loss harvesting strategies effectively in Glendale, CA. His dual role as a financial advisor and CPA co-owner at Coldwell, Sclafani & Company LLP, combined with Cetera's large network and flat-fee planning options, distinguishes him by integrating tax expertise with diverse portfolio management solutions.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Ryan W
Series 63, Series 65
Glendale, CA
Valic Financial Advisors
Ryan Wehr's 24 years of experience and expertise in tax-loss harvesting make him well-equipped to help Glendale investors optimize their portfolios for tax efficiency. Operating within Valic Financial Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning, leveraging Envestnet UMA models for tailored portfolio management.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $99,681
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Oswald D
ChFC®, Series 63
Glendale, CA
Commonwealth Financial Network
Oswald Donaldson's 37 years of experience and expertise in tax-loss harvesting and active portfolio management make him well-equipped to help Glendale investors optimize tax strategies. Affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network, a large firm offering flat-fee consulting and extensive support, he also serves clients including founders, executives, and retirees, providing a broad range of wealth management services beyond tax planning.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $568,323
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