Flat-fee, private / alternative investments financial advisors 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're considering private or alternative investments, you likely want to diversify beyond traditional stocks and bonds to potentially enhance returns or reduce risk. A common mistake is underestimating the complexity and unique risks of these investments, which can lead to unexpected losses or liquidity issues. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price regardless of assets managed, which can make costs more predictable for you.
- Investment structure knowledge. Confirm the advisor understands the specific legal and tax structures of private deals and alternative assets.
- Liquidity planning. Ask how they help you manage cash flow given that these investments often have limited opportunities to sell quickly.
- Risk assessment. Ensure they evaluate risks unique to alternatives, like valuation challenges and market cycles.
- Housing cost impact. In Hawaii, high housing expenses affect your overall financial plan; see how they integrate this into your investment strategy.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Bradford T
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
Independent Financial Group, LLC
Bradford Tom's 27 years of experience and ChFC® designation equip him to navigate the complexities of private and alternative investments in Hawaii, including managing liquidity and risk assessment. Operating within Independent Financial Group, a large dual-registered firm, he offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting, serving a diverse client base with tailored portfolio management and retirement services.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $474,424
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Mary M
Series 65
Honolulu, HI
Parallel Advisors, LLC
Mary Meyer offers expertise in private and alternative investments with 27 years of experience, serving clients in Honolulu, Hawaii. Her firm, Parallel Advisors, LLC, provides discretionary portfolio management and emphasizes tax-efficient rebalancing and diversification, which can help manage the unique risks and liquidity challenges of alternative assets. Unlike some advisors, she offers financial planning and consulting services on an hourly basis and may provide tax preparation services at a flat fee, adding flexibility to her fee structure.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $2,223,505
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Michael R
Series 66
Honolulu, HI
Guardian Life
Michael Robertson specializes in private and alternative investments with a flat-fee structure, making him suitable for clients in Hawaii seeking predictable costs. His affiliation with Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities offers access to a broad range of proprietary and third-party investment programs, supported by six years of industry experience and a Series 66 license, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $230,599
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John K
CFP®, Series 63
Honolulu, HI
Diversify Advisory Services, LLC
John Kwee offers expertise in private and alternative investments with 39 years of experience and CFP® certification, operating from Honolulu. His firm uses a tactical diversification approach and provides flat-fee options including fixed project fees and family office services, catering to individuals, corporations, and pension plans, which may suit clients seeking predictable costs and comprehensive support in Hawaii's unique financial environment.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $837,592
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Nickolas L
CFP®, Series 65
Kaneohe, HI
Mercer Global Advisors Inc.
Nickolas Locicero offers expertise in private and alternative investments with a flat-fee structure, serving high-net-worth clients in Kaneohe, Hawaii. His firm, Mercer Global Advisors, applies Modern Portfolio Theory with globally diversified, risk-appropriate portfolios, which may help manage the unique risks and liquidity challenges of alternatives while considering Hawaii's high housing costs.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $2,214,259
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