Flat-fee, debt management financial advisors in Michigan
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 struggling with high-interest loans or credit card balances, a debt management advisor can help you create a plan to reduce what you owe without worsening your financial stress. The biggest mistake is focusing only on payments without addressing the root causes or long-term effects of your debt.
- Payment prioritization. Ask how they decide which debts to pay off first, balancing interest rates and your cash flow.
- Budget integration. Confirm they help you build a realistic budget that supports debt reduction without sacrificing essentials.
- Flat-fee clarity. Understand exactly what services are included in the flat fee to avoid surprise costs.
- Credit impact awareness. Check how their strategies might affect your credit score and what steps they take to protect it.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Peter M
Series 65
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Sound Financial Planning LLC
Peter Mc Caffrey specializes in debt management and cash flow budgeting, offering flat-fee financial planning services in Michigan that range from $2,500 to $5,000 for project-based plans. His firm, Sound Financial Planning LLC, focuses on fee-only, advice-only planning with a passive investment approach, serving both individuals and high-net-worth clients without managing assets directly, which may appeal to those seeking transparent, independent guidance.
Experience: 0 years
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Alyssa S
Series 66, Series 63
Troy, MI
Empower Advisory Group
Alyssa Stevens specializes in debt management with a flat-fee structure, offering one-time fees ranging from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions of $15 or $29, which provides clear cost expectations for clients in Michigan. Her experience at Empower Advisory Group, a large firm focused on employer-sponsored retirement plans and retail accounts, complements her expertise in retirement planning and Social Security optimization, distinguishing her from advisors who may focus solely on debt without integrating broader financial strategies.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $565,063
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David R
CFP®, Series 66
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
Tetra Wealth Management
David Rakecky specializes in debt management with a flat-fee structure, making him suitable for clients in Michigan seeking clear, predictable costs for managing high-interest debts. Operating independently at Tetra Wealth Management, he combines income planning and tax-loss harvesting expertise, serving high-net-worth clients with investable assets over $1 million, which differentiates him from advisors focusing on smaller accounts or different fee models.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $84,083
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John P
Series 65
Traverse City, MI
RWA Wealth Partners
John Puetz specializes in debt management with a flat-fee option, making him suitable for clients in Michigan seeking clear cost structures while addressing debt reduction and budgeting. With 15 years of experience and a Series 65 designation, he operates through RWA Wealth Partners, which serves high-net-worth clients and offers comprehensive services including investment management and tax planning, differentiating him by combining debt strategies with broader financial planning expertise.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $3,099,262
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Natalie M
Series 63, Series 66
Brighton, MI
Grit and Lavender Financial Planning
Natalie Miller specializes in debt management with a flat-fee, project-based financial planning approach ranging from $150 to $5,000, making her well-suited for clients in Michigan seeking clear cost structures. With 14 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 66, she integrates budgeting and cash flow expertise, offering passive investment strategies and ongoing educational support through her firm, Grit and Lavender Financial Planning in Brighton.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $119,615
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