Seasoned 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 own a business or founded a company in Hawaii, you likely face unique challenges like managing cash flow and planning for long-term housing costs, which are notably high in the state. Without focused experience, advisors might overlook how these factors affect your financial decisions and growth potential.
- Business cash flow insight. Look for advisors who understand how to balance your personal and business finances without compromising either.
- Exit and succession planning. Confirm they can guide you through preparing your business for sale or passing it on, tailored to Hawaii's market.
- Housing cost impact. Ask how they factor Hawaii's high housing expenses into your overall financial plan.
- Experience depth. Seasoned advisors here bring decades of knowledge navigating local economic conditions affecting founders and owners.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Christopher R
Series 63, Series 65
Lihue, HI
LPL Financial
Christopher Rine's 29 years of experience and focus on founder/business owner clients in Hawaii equip him to address unique challenges like managing business cash flow and high local housing costs. Operating through LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning and a broad range of services including retirement plans and tax-loss harvesting, he provides comprehensive support that balances personal and business financial needs.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Bernard Y
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
Raymond James Financial
Bernard Yip's 31 years of experience and specialties in business succession planning and cash flow budgeting equip him to address the financial complexities faced by founders and business owners in Hawaii, including managing high housing costs. Operating within Raymond James Financial, a large firm known for non-discretionary planning and asset allocation analysis, he offers flat-fee and hourly pricing, distinguishing him with both seasoned expertise and flexible fee structures.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Stacey Z
Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
United Capital Financial Advisors
Stacey Zwicker's 29 years of experience and focus on founder/business owner clients in Honolulu equip her to address the unique financial challenges faced by Hawaii-based entrepreneurs, including managing cash flow and high housing costs. Her firm, United Capital Financial Advisors, offers flexible flat-fee financial planning and discretionary asset-allocation models, providing tailored investment management and access to alternative investments, which may differentiate her from other seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $829,769
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Melinda F
Series 63, Series 66
Honolulu, HI
Merrill
Melinda Facer's 31 years of experience and focus on founders and business owners in Honolulu equip her to address the unique financial challenges faced by Hawaii-based entrepreneurs, including managing cash flow and high housing costs. Affiliated with Merrill, a large firm offering managed account programs and tax-efficient strategies, she provides access to a broad capital-markets platform, distinguishing her from advisors with smaller firm resources or less extensive local experience.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Westley Y
Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
Wells Fargo Clearing
Westley Yamasaki's 29 years of experience and focus on founder/business owner clients in Honolulu equip him to address the unique financial challenges faced by Hawaii-based entrepreneurs, including managing cash flow and high housing costs. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing, a large firm offering retirement plan consulting and a disciplined IPS-driven investment approach, he provides flat-fee options and serves high-net-worth clients, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $475,575
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