Top annuities financial advisors in Manitowoc, WI

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 considering annuities to secure a steady income stream, you need an advisor who understands how these contracts fit into your broader retirement plan. A common mistake is focusing solely on the payout rates without considering fees, surrender charges, or how the annuity aligns with your long-term goals.

  • Pension integration. Look for advisors who can coordinate annuities with your public pension benefits to optimize your overall retirement income.
  • Fee transparency. Confirm how they explain all costs involved, including commissions and penalties, so you know what you're paying.
  • Product variety knowledge. Ask about their familiarity with different annuity types—fixed, variable, or indexed—and which might suit your risk tolerance.
  • Income planning focus. Ensure they model how annuity payments interact with other income sources to avoid gaps or overlaps in cash flow.

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Paul G

Series 63, Series 65

Manitowoc, WI

Raymond James Financial

Paul Gottshall is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 39 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes a role at CGH Advisory LLC from 2016 to 2017. He is the managing member of Gottshall Capital Partners, LLC and oversees operations and provides financial advice at Lake Edge Wealth Advisors. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. offers financial planning, investment consulting, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm utilizes risk profiling and analytical modeling to deliver tailored, non-discretionary planning and consulting.

Wealth management Tax strategies for small businesses Business succession planning General estate planning guidance Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Jason K

Series 66

Manitowoc, WI

OSAIC

Jason Kramar is a financial advisor at Osaic with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Cetera and Thrivent Financial. In addition to advisory services, he owns Dock Financial Solutions, offering tax preparation and fixed insurance products such as life, health, and disability insurance. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisers. The firm provides integrated brokerage and advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and risk assessments to construct diversified portfolios including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments.

Annuities Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Jared M

Series 65

Manitowoc, WI

Red Granite Wealth Management

Jared Meyer is a financial advisor at Red Granite Wealth Management with 11 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked for Access Investment Advisors, Inc. for 10 years before joining his current firm. Red Granite Wealth Management provides portfolio management and financial planning services to individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as advisory services for pension and profit-sharing plans and corporate entities. The firm employs a discretionary, goal-driven investment approach, incorporating fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis, and is notable for its focus on pension consulting and hands-on pension plan management.

Passive / index investing Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k)
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Michael S

Series 66

Manitowoc, WI

Cetera

Michael Schug is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2021 and previously was with VOYA Financial Advisors. Schug is also involved in community leadership through his role as vice president and president of the Sunrise Lake Neighborhood Association. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a large network of independent advisors and provides access to various third-party managers and investment strategies.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive

Seth J

Series 66

Manitowoc, WI

Edward Jones

Seth Jones is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Manitowoc, WI, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. Prior to joining Edward Jones in 2018, he worked with The First Tee of Northeast Wisconsin and the University of Oklahoma. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of investment strategies and advisory services supported by a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Retirement income strategy Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Startup equity planning Wealth management ESG / Sustainable investing Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Craig M

Series 63, Series 65

Columbia, SC

Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC

Craig Mcdaniel Jr. is a financial advisor with Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC in Columbia, SC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Capital Investment Group, Inc. and The McDaniel Corporation since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in life insurance sales and serves as an independent agent for annuities and related products. Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and supervisory services to individuals, retirement plans, corporations, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers customized investment management through discretionary mandates, third-party managers, and private-label model portfolios, using a blend of analytical methods with ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Active portfolio management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Annuities Options & derivatives strategies Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Elanna G

CFP®, Series 66

Cleveland, OH

Cambridge Investment Research Advisors

Elanna Gould is a CFP® professional with six years of experience, currently advising at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Cleveland, OH. Her background includes roles at PepsiCo and The Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Center, as well as academic experience at The Ohio State University. She is also an independent insurance agent for various companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals. The firm provides a range of portfolio management options, proprietary and third-party strategies, and various custody platforms tailored to client objectives.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Retirement income strategy Annuities Self-Employed
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Cassandra S

Series 63, Series 65

Plano, TX

Financial & Tax Architects, LLC

Cassandra Sanchez is a financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Fisher Investments, TIAA, US Health Advisors, and various other firms. Sanchez also had involvement with Drunken Donkey, reflecting experience outside the financial sector. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm offers proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” that use ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with accounts reviewed monthly and customizable strategies to meet client needs.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Annuities Income planning General tax planning Retired
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Marshall B

Series 66

Cabot, AR

Paladin Investment Advisors

Marshall Butler is a Series 66-registered financial advisor at Paladin Investment Advisors with eight years of industry experience. He has held roles at several firms including Veritas Independent Partners, Pinnacle Wealth Management, and Edward Jones. Butler is a part owner of Pinnacle Consultants, where he is involved in the sale of insurance products. Paladin Investment Advisors provides customized investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, business owners, nonprofit charities, foundations, and sponsors of ERISA-qualified retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $49.5 million in discretionary assets and employs a holistic wealth management approach using active, passive, or blended strategies.

Real estate investing Annuities Options & derivatives strategies
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Isaiah E

Series 63, Series 66

Tulsa, OK

Eagle Strategies (NY Life)

Isaiah Edison is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Tulsa, OK, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with Eagle Strategies since 2013 and operates Edison Financial Group, LLC, through which he manages insurance and advisory services. Edison is also involved as a shareholder in NYLARC Holding Company, which reinsures life insurance policies he writes, and he holds a personal investment in cryptocurrency. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse client base including individual investors and institutional clients, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm offers multiple program types and emphasizes customizing recommendations to meet client and plan sponsor objectives, with the majority of its assets managed on a non-discretionary basis.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive

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