Large-firm, equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) 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 recently received restricted stock units (RSUs) or employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) shares, you need an advisor who understands how to manage these assets without triggering unexpected taxes or missed opportunities. A common mistake is treating equity awards like regular investments, which can lead to costly tax consequences or poor timing.
- Tax event timing. Ask how they plan around vesting dates and potential tax withholding to avoid surprises.
- Diversification strategy. Confirm they help balance your equity holdings with other investments to reduce risk.
- Exercise and sale guidance. Understand their approach to deciding when to exercise stock options or sell shares for optimal tax impact.
- Company-specific knowledge. Check if they consider your employer's stock performance and policies when advising on equity management.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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John M
Series 63, Series 66
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Merrill
John Moran II specializes in managing equity awards like RSUs and ESPPs, helping clients navigate tax event timing and diversification strategies to optimize their equity holdings. Based in Bloomfield Hills, MI, he brings three years of experience at Merrill, focusing on mid-career professionals and executives, with a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million, offering a comprehensive approach that includes retirement income and business succession planning.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Diana E
Series 66
Petoskey, MI
Edward Jones
Diana Eberhart is equipped to assist equity recipients in Michigan with managing RSUs, SOPs, and ESPPs, leveraging her eight years of experience and Series 66 designation at Edward Jones, a large national firm with over $1 trillion in assets. Her expertise extends to retirement income strategy and estate planning, and she serves clients including retirees and business owners, offering a comprehensive wealth management approach with an annual program fee up to 1.35% AUM.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Alicia B
Series 66
Canton, MI
Fidelity
Alicia Barnhart specializes in managing equity compensation for executives, including RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, making her well-suited for clients with equity awards in Michigan. With 23 years of experience at Fidelity, a large firm, she offers deep expertise in executive compensation design and liquidity event planning, providing comprehensive strategies that integrate equity holdings into broader family wealth plans.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $234,793
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