CFP®-certified financial advisors working with military members and veterans in Idaho
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 are transitioning from military service or managing veterans' benefits, you need an advisor who understands the unique financial challenges you face. A common mistake is working with someone unfamiliar with military-specific benefits, which can lead to missed opportunities or costly errors. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including retirement and tax strategies.
- Military benefits knowledge. Confirm they understand VA benefits, military pensions, and survivor benefits to optimize your financial plan.
- Transition planning. Ask how they help manage the shift from military to civilian income and benefits without gaps.
- Tax considerations. Military pay and benefits have special tax rules; ensure they can navigate these nuances.
- Retirement integration. Check how they coordinate military retirement with civilian retirement accounts for a cohesive strategy.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Preston P
CFP®, Series 65
Boise, ID
Modern Wealth Management, LLC
Preston Pugmire is a CFP®-certified advisor in Boise, Idaho, specializing in military and veterans financial needs, with expertise in retirement income strategy and tax strategies for small businesses. His firm, Modern Wealth Management, offers integrated planning and discretionary investment management, supporting diverse clients including trusts and retirement plans. Unlike some peers, Preston provides flat-fee estate planning services and has experience as a founder and public service employee, adding practical insight to his advisory approach.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $832,068
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John S
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63
Boise, ID
Edward Jones
John Shaw's 20 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the financial complexities faced by military personnel and veterans in Idaho, including retirement income strategy and estate planning. As part of Edward Jones, a large full-service firm with a broad range of advisory services and a national network, he offers access to diverse investment options and support, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms or with narrower service scopes.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Eric J
CFP®, ChFC®, PFS™, Series 63, Series 65
Colorado Springs, CO
Best Life Infinity, LLC
Eric Jackson's 17 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the financial complexities faced by military personnel and veterans, including tax planning and cash flow management. Based in Colorado Springs, he offers flat-fee financial planning and investment management through Best Life Infinity, LLC, which serves high-net-worth clients and military survivors with diverse strategies from passive to active management, setting him apart with a broad service range and specialized fee arrangements.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $438,574
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