CFP®-certified, income planning financial advisors in Maine
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 need an income planning advisor if you're approaching retirement and want to make sure your money lasts as long as you do. A common mistake is not accounting for how taxes, inflation, and unexpected expenses can affect your income over time. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including income strategies.
- Withdrawal strategy clarity. Ask how they plan your income withdrawals to balance growth and spending needs.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they consider how different income sources affect your tax bill each year.
- Inflation protection. See if they include plans to keep your purchasing power steady despite rising costs.
- Longevity risk management. Check how they prepare for the possibility of living longer than expected and running out of money.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Dustin F
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Portland, ME
Fidelity
Dustin Fier's 17 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address income planning needs for those approaching retirement in Maine, with a focus on retirement income strategy and wealth management. Working at Fidelity, a large firm, he offers access to extensive resources and a collaborative approach, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms, while his background includes roles in retirement education and planning, enhancing his ability to manage tax impacts and longevity risks.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Joseph H
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
N Yarmouth, ME
Ameriprise
Joseph Hersey specializes in income planning and retirement income strategy, making him well-suited for those approaching retirement in Maine who want to ensure their income lasts. With 31 years of experience at Ameriprise, a large firm serving clients with at least $1 million in investable assets, he offers tax-smart withdrawal strategies and Social Security optimization, differentiating him through his extensive expertise and access to a centralized consulting team.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $471,167
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John N
CFP®, Series 66
Westport, CT
STIFEL
John Nelson specializes in income planning and general retirement strategies, supported by his CFP® certification and 20 years of industry experience. Based in Westport, CT, he works with Stifel, a large firm known for serving diverse clients including individuals and institutions, and employs a proprietary investment methodology, which may offer a broader range of resources compared to smaller local advisors in Maine.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $773,556
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Christopher C
CFP®, Series 65
Rockport, ME
Logbook Financial Planning, LLC
Christopher Cortese specializes in income planning and Social Security optimization, making him well-suited for managing retirement income strategies in Maine. His independent, fee-only firm offers a flat-fee Core Plan between $4,000 and $6,000, with additional hourly options, catering to high-net-worth clients and providing tailored investment policies through discretionary portfolio management.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $1,194,650
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Susan M
CFP®, Series 66
Pembroke, ME
SPC
Susan Macfarland Helton is well-equipped to assist with income planning in Maine, leveraging her 29 years of experience and CFP® certification to develop retirement income strategies and tax-loss harvesting techniques. Working at SPC, a large firm managing $5.66 billion in assets, she offers flat-fee segmented and comprehensive financial plans, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent fees and access to a broad range of services including estate planning and retirement plans for business owners.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $192,080
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