Flat-fee, income planning financial advisors in Melbourne, FL
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 planning how to generate steady income from your savings or investments, you need an income planning advisor who understands the timing and sources of your cash flow. A common mistake is focusing only on investment returns without ensuring your income lasts through retirement.
Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what you'll pay regardless of your portfolio size.
- Withdrawal sequencing. Ask how they decide which accounts to draw from first to balance taxes and longevity.
- Tax-aware planning. Since Florida has no state income tax, confirm how they manage federal taxes and other local taxes like property and sales.
- Longevity risk management. Check how they plan for income to last through your expected retirement years, not just the short term.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Hugh H
Series 66
Rockledge, FL
Belpointe Asset Management LLC
Hugh Halsey offers income planning expertise with 23 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, operating near Melbourne, FL. His firm, Belpointe Asset Management, provides flat-fee, negotiable fixed fees and serves diverse clients with customized portfolios using active and passive strategies, distinguishing him from others by combining seasoned knowledge with flexible fee structures and a broad client focus.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $705,312
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Scott O
Series 63, Series 65
Melbourne, FL
IP Financial Advisory Services LLC
Scott Olson specializes in income planning with 45 years of experience, offering flat-fee financial planning ranging from $500 to $20,000, which suits clients seeking predictable costs in Melbourne, FL. His firm serves individual retail clients with customized portfolios and integrates insurance and risk management, differentiating him from advisors focusing solely on investment returns or high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 45 years
Avg account: $240,578
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Bud N
Series 63, Series 65
Indialantic, FL
SPC
Bud Nicol offers income planning expertise with over 31 years of experience and a focus on retirement income strategy, including tax-loss harvesting and estate planning guidance. Operating from Indialantic, FL, he provides flat-fee segmented and comprehensive financial plans through SPC, a large firm managing $5.66 billion, which supports diverse clients and integrates broad retirement services, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or narrower service scopes.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $192,080
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