Top social Security optimization financial advisors in Hannibal, MO

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 need a Social Security optimization advisor if you're approaching retirement and want to maximize your benefits without risking penalties or reduced payments. A common mistake is claiming benefits too early or without considering spousal and survivor options, which can significantly lower your lifetime income.

  • Claiming strategy nuances. Ask how they tailor your claiming age and benefit choices to your unique work history and family situation.
  • Coordination with retirement plans. Confirm they consider how Social Security fits with your other income sources and withdrawal plans.
  • Spousal and survivor benefits. Ensure they evaluate all available options to boost household income, not just your individual benefits.
  • Local cost of living impact. Discuss how Hannibal's relatively low living costs influence your optimal claiming strategy and retirement timing.

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Jordan F

Series 66

Hannibal, MO

Edward Jones

Jordan Fohey is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Hannibal, MO, with 3 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2022, he worked in physical therapy for seven years. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the boards of the Midland Institute of Entrepreneurs and the YMCA of Hannibal. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a broad range of investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary managed solutions, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds. The firm operates under a fiduciary standard and supports its advisory services with a large network of financial advisors and branch offices nationwide.

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Retirement income strategy Doctor or Medical Professional
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Albert P

Series 63, Series 65

Hannibal, MO

Pettibone Wealth Management, LLC

Albert Pettibone is a financial advisor at Pettibone Wealth Management, LLC with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Pettibone Wealth Management since 2008. Pettibone Wealth Management provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment management services to individuals, trusts, small businesses, and employee retirement plans. The firm employs an investment approach based on asset allocation and Modern Portfolio Theory, utilizing institutional research and a combination of long-term and tactical strategies.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Business sale tax planning
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Shelby T

Series 66

Hannibal, MO

Momentum Independent Network Inc.

Shelby Terrill is a financial advisor at Momentum Independent Network Inc. with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Stifel Independent Advisors, LLC for 10 years. Outside of his advisory role, Terrill is a co-owner and operator of a local coffee shop in Hannibal, MO, and serves on the board of the Hannibal Regional Foundation, a nonprofit supporting the local healthcare system, as well as the finance council for Holy Family Catholic Church and School. Momentum Independent Network Inc. serves individuals, corporate and institutional clients, and retirement plans with investment advisory, portfolio management, financial planning, and brokerage services. The firm offers a range of discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios through multiple managed account programs and integrates broker-dealer operations with banking and municipal advisory capabilities.

Tax-loss harvesting Wealth management Retirement income strategy Private / alternative investments Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Steven V

Series 63, Series 65

Hannibal, MO

Raymond James Financial

Steven Viorel is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Raymond James since 2017, following a year at Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of advising, he is a partner in Tri V Investments LLC and is involved with S&V Financial Investments, a support business for his advisory activities. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to individual and institutional clients, employing non-discretionary strategies tailored to client goals. The firm supports a large advisor network and offers specialized programs, including municipal advisory services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Consulting.

Wealth management Tax strategies for small businesses Business succession planning General estate planning guidance Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Kerri W

Series 66

Hannibal, MO

LPL Financial

Kerri Willing is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 credential and 9 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2017 and has operated Willing Accounting LC since 1992. Willing is also co-owner and manager of TW Accounting, LLC, a tax preparation and accounting firm. LPL Financial is an SEC‑registered investment adviser and broker‑dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios and research from various sources, including LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)
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Willie M

Series 63, Series 66

Cary, NC

Equitable Advisors

Willie Myles is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Cary, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. He has worked at Equitable Advisors since 2016 and previously at AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as co-chairman of a fundraising campaign for the nonprofit Alpha Light Fund Inc., focused on renovating the House of Alpha. Equitable Advisors serves a diverse client base including individual, high-net-worth, retirement plan, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, broker-dealer services, insurance distribution, and access to third-party asset management programs. The firm operates as both an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer, leveraging LPL-sponsored programs and endorsed TAMPs to deliver advisory and brokerage solutions.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive Approaching retirement Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964)
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Stavroula K

Series 63, Series 65

Linwood, NJ

Ameriprise

Stavroula Koutsfetsoulis is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2011. In addition to her advisory role, she is involved in fiduciary activities as an attorney-in-fact (power of attorney). Ameriprise is a large institutional firm that provides retirement-income planning services primarily to individuals with substantial investable assets. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver written recommendation reports through a centralized consulting team, focusing on tailored retirement income strategies.

Retirement income strategy Income planning Social Security optimization Retirement withdrawal strategies Approaching retirement
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Cassandra S

Series 63, Series 65

Plano, TX

Financial & Tax Architects, LLC

Cassandra Sanchez is a financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Fisher Investments, TIAA, US Health Advisors, and various other firms. Sanchez also had involvement with Drunken Donkey, reflecting experience outside the financial sector. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm offers proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” that use ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with accounts reviewed monthly and customizable strategies to meet client needs.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Annuities Income planning General tax planning Retired
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Keith E

CFP®

Pittsburgh, PA

Keith L. Eliou, CFP

Keith Eliou is the principal of Keith L. Eliou, CFP, an investment management firm based in Pittsburgh, PA. He holds the CFP® designation and has one year of experience as a financial advisor. In addition to his advisory role, he practices law focusing on elder law and real estate and is involved in insurance, mortgage lending, and real estate brokerage businesses. The firm primarily serves pooled vehicles and institutional accounts, offering portfolio management, retirement plan services, and financial planning. It utilizes an open-architecture investment approach with third-party money managers and employs multiple analytical methods and strategies, conducting annual account reviews.

Social Security optimization Retirement income strategy Cash flow / budgeting Charitable giving tax strategies Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner
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Charles P

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

San Rafael, CA

WealthSpire Advisors

Charles Pyfer III is a CFP® professional with 19 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wealthspire Advisors since 2024. Prior to this, he spent 15 years at Private Ocean. Wealthspire Advisors provides wealth management, investment advisory, financial planning, and family office support to a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, retirement plans, and nonprofit organizations. The firm employs a relationship-driven, customized investment approach that emphasizes diversified, institutional-style asset allocation and utilizes a range of investment vehicles and third-party platforms for comprehensive portfolio management.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Roth conversion strategy Tax-loss harvesting Private / alternative investments Founder/Business Owner Retired Mid-Career Professionals Established Professionals

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