Top equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) financial advisors in Long Beach, CA
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 equity compensation like RSUs (restricted stock units) or ESPP (employee stock purchase plans) vesting soon, you need an advisor who understands how to manage these assets without triggering unexpected taxes or missed opportunities. A common mistake is treating equity as regular income, which can lead to costly tax errors or poor timing.
- Tax timing insight. Ask how they plan sales around your vesting schedule to minimize tax impact.
- Diversification strategy. Confirm they help balance your portfolio to avoid overexposure to your employer's stock.
- Compensation type knowledge. Ensure they distinguish between RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, as each has unique tax and exercise rules.
- Long-term planning. Discuss how they integrate your equity with other assets considering California's tax environment and property tax limits.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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James M
CFP®
Long Beach, CA
Hifi Planning
James Mc Dougal specializes in managing equity compensation like RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, with a focus on tax timing and diversification strategies tailored for Long Beach residents. As a CFP®-certified independent advisor with four years of experience, he offers flat-fee, advice-only services appealing to Millennials seeking DIY-friendly financial planning without ongoing investment management fees.
Experience: 5 years
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Max P
Series 66
Huntington Beach, CA
Edward Jones
Max Premer specializes in managing equity compensation like RSUs and ESPPs, offering tailored strategies to optimize tax timing and diversification for clients in the Long Beach area. Affiliated with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he provides access to diverse investment approaches and serves both individual and institutional clients, with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $246,728
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Donald H
CFP®, Series 65
Hermosa Beach, CA
Glenmore Financial, Inc, Lifesighted
Donald Hance Jr. specializes in managing equity compensation like RSUs and ESPPs, offering tax-aware strategies that consider California's tax environment. With 11 years of experience and CFP® certification, he serves high-net-worth young professionals through Glenmore Financial, providing flat-fee and project retainer options alongside comprehensive financial planning and low-cost index fund investments.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $848,639
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Ramon M
Series 66
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
Merrill
Ramon Morris specializes in managing equity compensation such as RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, with seven years of experience at Merrill, a large firm known for comprehensive executive and business owner services. His focus on long-term planning and values-based investing, combined with expertise in family business and women's finance, distinguishes him from other advisors in the Long Beach area.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Derek M
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 66
Long Beach, CA
Augustus Wealth, LLC
Derek Munchow specializes in managing equity compensation such as RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, applying a mix of fundamental, technical, and quantitative analysis to optimize tax timing and diversification strategies. With 23 years of experience and credentials including CFP® and ChFC®, he offers comprehensive financial planning with fees up to $10,000 annually, serving both individual and high-net-worth clients in Long Beach, CA.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $725,629
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