CFP®-certified, private / alternative investments financial advisors in Massachusetts
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.
You might seek a private or alternative investments advisor if you're looking to diversify beyond traditional stocks and bonds, especially given Massachusetts' additional surtax on high incomes known as the "millionaire's tax." Without expertise in these less common assets, you risk misjudging their risks and liquidity, which can disrupt your overall financial plan. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, adding a layer of rigor to their approach.
- Tax-aware investing. Confirm how they factor in Massachusetts' surtax when evaluating private investment returns.
- Liquidity management. Ask how they balance your need for accessible funds with the often illiquid nature of alternative assets.
- Due diligence process. Inquire about their approach to vetting private deals and alternative funds to avoid hidden risks.
- Portfolio integration. See how they incorporate private investments alongside your traditional holdings to maintain overall balance.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kari W
CFP®, Series 65
Boston, MA
RWA Wealth Partners
Kari Wolfson's 13 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to manage private and alternative investments effectively, particularly in Massachusetts where tax considerations like the millionaire's tax are crucial. As an independent advisor at RWA Wealth Partners, she offers flat-fee options and serves high-net-worth clients, integrating strategic asset allocation with both fundamental and quantitative investment methods, which distinguishes her approach from others in the area.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $3,099,262
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Robert G
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Marlborough, MA
Mariner
Robert Gustafson Jr. is well-equipped to assist with private and alternative investments in Massachusetts, leveraging his CFP® certification and 21 years of experience, including expertise in options and derivatives strategies. Working at Mariner Wealth, a large firm managing nearly $99 billion in assets, he offers flat-fee and hourly fee structures and serves high-net-worth clients, distinguishing him with a broad service range and a focus on values-based and socially responsible investing.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $2,116,909
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Margaret W
CFP®, Series 65
Boston, MA
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
Margaret Watson's CFP® certification and focus on private and alternative investments make her well-suited for clients in Massachusetts seeking to diversify beyond traditional assets while managing tax implications like the state's millionaire's tax. Her experience at Focus Partners Wealth, LLC, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients with a tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach, distinguishes her through access to comprehensive portfolio management and business solutions with flexible flat-fee and hourly pricing options.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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Christopher W
CFP®
Boston, MA
Modera Wealth Management, LLC
Christopher White's expertise in private and alternative investments, combined with his CFP® certification and 14 years of experience, equips him to navigate the complexities of Massachusetts' tax environment and illiquid assets. Operating from Boston with Modera Wealth Management, he offers a flat-fee structure and integrates ESG considerations alongside traditional and private holdings, distinguishing him through a comprehensive, allocation-driven investment approach.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $2,734,927
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Christine L
CFP®
Boston, MA
CW Advisors, LLC
Christine Lawless is well-equipped to assist with private and alternative investments in Massachusetts, leveraging her CFP® certification and a decade of experience. She operates within CW Advisors, LLC, which serves high-net-worth clients and employs a core-and-satellite investment approach blending active, passive, quantitative, and ESG strategies, offering flat-fee financial planning up to $25,000, distinguishing her from advisors with different fee structures or investment focuses.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $2,241,132
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