CFP®-certified financial advisors working with founders and business owners in Hawaii
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 run a business or founded one, you face unique financial challenges like managing irregular income and planning for business succession. Without an advisor who understands these nuances, you might overlook how your business decisions affect your personal finances and long-term goals.
- Business and personal finance integration. Look for advisors who consider how your business cash flow impacts your household budget and retirement plans.
- Succession and exit planning. Confirm they help map out strategies for selling or passing on your business, not just day-to-day operations.
- Housing cost impact. Hawaii's high housing prices can strain your finances; ask how they factor this into your overall plan.
- Tax and retirement coordination. Founders often juggle complex tax situations; check how they align your business tax strategy with retirement savings.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Bernard Y
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
Raymond James Financial
Bernard Yip's expertise in business succession planning and cash flow budgeting makes him well-suited to address the financial complexities faced by founders and business owners in Hawaii. With 31 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® certifications, he offers flat-fee and hourly planning services through Raymond James Financial, a large firm known for non-discretionary financial planning and tailored investment consulting.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Christopher O
CFP®, Series 63
Honolulu, HI
Cetera
Christopher Otto's 23 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of founders and business owners in Hawaii, including retirement plans like SEP and solo 401k. Affiliated with Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and flat-fee planning options, he also brings local insight through his involvement with nonprofit boards, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on investment management.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Evan N
CFP®, Series 66
Honolulu, HI
Island Wealth Management
Evan Nishida is well-suited for founders and business owners in Hawaii, offering expertise in business exit strategies and tax planning for small businesses, which are critical for managing complex financial needs. Operating from Island Wealth Management in Honolulu, he provides flat-fee, project-based financial planning tailored to client goals, combining fundamental and quantitative analysis without asset management, distinguishing him from advisors with traditional asset management models.
Experience: 2 years
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Joseph S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
OSAIC
Joseph Stepanic's 23 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of founders and business owners in Hawaii, including integrating business and personal finances and planning for succession. His affiliation with OSAIC, a large SEC-registered firm, provides clients access to diverse investment options and a structured investment process, while his flat-fee and negotiable AUM fee structures offer flexible payment options compared to other advisors.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $398,336
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Abel S
CFP®, CPA, PFS™
Waianae, HI
Hui Malama Financial Advisors LLC
Abel Soares III is well-equipped to assist founders and business owners in Hawaii by integrating business ownership considerations with tax strategies and exit planning, addressing the unique financial challenges of entrepreneurs. His firm offers a flat-fee structure and combines financial planning with life coaching, reflecting his CPA, CFP, and PFS credentials and a holistic approach that includes psychological insights, distinguishing him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 7 years
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