Flat-fee, social Security optimization financial advisors in Kentwood, MI
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 approaching retirement and want to maximize your Social Security benefits, you need an advisor who understands the timing and rules that affect your payments. A common mistake is claiming benefits too early or in the wrong sequence, which can reduce your lifetime income.
- Pension integration knowledge. Many Kentwood families have pensions from the auto industry; ask how the advisor coordinates Social Security with your pension to avoid benefit reductions.
- Claiming strategy expertise. Confirm they explain the impact of claiming at different ages and how to optimize spousal or survivor benefits.
- Flat-fee clarity. Since these advisors charge a flat fee, ask how that pricing works for your situation and what services are included.
- Coordination with retirement income. Social Security is just one piece; check how they factor it into your overall retirement cash flow plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Wyatt B
CFP®, Series 65, Series 63
Grand Rapids, MI
Empower Advisory Group
Wyatt Boss specializes in Social Security optimization and retirement income strategy, offering flat-fee services through Empower Advisory Group, a large firm known for integrating retirement plans with administrative platforms. With CFP® certification and experience in education, he provides clear fee options including one-time and monthly subscription fees, distinguishing him from advisors with less structured pricing or smaller firm support.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Lindsey C
CFP®, Series 63
Grandville, MI
UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES of AMERICA a Limited Partner
Lindsey Chrystan offers expertise in Social Security optimization and retirement income strategy, supported by 24 years of experience and CFP® certification, making her well-equipped to help Kentwood clients maximize benefits with flat-fee financial planning. Affiliated with a large firm known for diverse client services and an open-architecture platform, she provides access to broad investment options and personalized consulting fees negotiated individually.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $410,135
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Steven U
Series 65
Grand Rapids, MI
Freedom Financial Planning Solutions, LLC
Steven Underriter specializes in Social Security optimization with eight years of experience and offers flat-fee financial planning through Freedom Financial Planning Solutions, which serves individual clients and small businesses. His firm emphasizes passive investment strategies with diversified funds and ETFs, providing tailored models and additional services like student loan analysis, distinguishing him from others by combining Social Security expertise with broader financial planning and investment management.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $128,590
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