Seasoned, tax-loss harvesting financial advisors in Illinois
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 have investments with losses that could offset gains, a tax-loss harvesting advisor can help you use those losses to reduce your tax bill. Without careful timing and understanding of tax rules, you might miss opportunities or trigger unwanted tax consequences. Seasoned advisors bring years of experience to navigate these complexities effectively.
- Wash sale awareness. Confirm how they avoid repurchasing the same security within 30 days, which would disallow the loss.
- Portfolio impact. Ask how they balance harvesting losses without disrupting your long-term investment strategy.
- State tax considerations. Since Illinois taxes investment gains but not retirement income, check how they tailor strategies to your state tax environment.
- Experience with market cycles. Inquire how they adjust harvesting tactics during different market conditions to maximize benefits.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kevin H
Series 63, Series 65
Chicago, IL
Merrill
Kevin Hanrahan's 31 years of experience and focus on tax-loss harvesting make him well-equipped to help Illinois investors reduce their tax bills through strategic loss harvesting. Working at Merrill, a large firm with managed account programs and discretionary portfolio management, he also serves mid-career professionals and high earners, offering a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million, which may suit clients seeking active portfolio management within a robust institutional framework.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Michael H
Series 63, Series 65
Downers Grove, IL
LPL Financial
Michael Hankes brings over 40 years of experience in tax-loss harvesting, making him well-equipped to help Illinois investors reduce their tax bills through strategic loss harvesting. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment solutions and flat-fee financial planning, he also specializes in wealth management and retirement plans for business owners, providing a broad range of services beyond tax-loss harvesting.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Roland S
Series 63, Series 65
Olympia Fields, IL
Valic Financial Advisors
Roland Szilard specializes in tax-loss harvesting with 28 years of experience, making him well-equipped to help Illinois investors navigate tax strategies effectively. Operating within Valic Financial Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly rates, and integrates ESG investing and retirement income strategies, providing a broad approach beyond just tax-loss harvesting.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $99,681
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Kenneth G
Series 63, Series 66
Chicago, IL
Northern Trust Securities, Inc.
Kenneth Guttentag specializes in tax-loss harvesting with 29 years of experience, making him well-equipped to help Illinois investors reduce their tax bills while considering state-specific tax rules. Based in Chicago at Northern Trust Securities, he serves high-net-worth clients through discretionary wrap fee programs with a 1.25% AUM fee, combining proprietary and third-party strategies that balance tax management with long-term portfolio goals.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $806,324
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Jeffrey P
Series 63, Series 66
Wheaton, IL
Edward Jones
Jeffrey Pringle's 23 years of experience and focus on tax-loss harvesting make him well-equipped to help Illinois investors reduce their tax bills by strategically managing investment losses. As a seasoned advisor at Edward Jones, a large full-service wealth management firm, he offers a comprehensive approach including multi-generational wealth transfer, with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from smaller or less experienced advisors.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $246,728
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