Seasoned financial advisors working with established professionals 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've built a solid career and are navigating complex financial decisions like managing multiple income streams or planning for a comfortable retirement, you need an advisor who understands the nuances of your professional stage. Without this insight, it's easy to overlook how your career stability and benefits impact your long-term financial goals. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience, helping you align your financial plan with your established professional life.
- Career-tailored planning. Look for advisors who consider your current job stability and future earning potential when crafting strategies.
- Benefit integration. Confirm how they incorporate employer benefits like pensions or deferred compensation into your overall plan.
- Risk management focus. Ask how they address risks unique to established professionals, such as income protection and legacy planning.
- Tax strategy alignment. Ensure they understand how to optimize tax outcomes based on your income bracket and professional status.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Phillip S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Farmington Hills, MI
Merrill
Phillip Serra is well-equipped to assist established professionals in Michigan with complex retirement income strategies and wealth management, leveraging 37 years of experience and CFP® certification. His affiliation with Merrill, a large firm, provides access to comprehensive services including business advisory and estate planning, distinguishing him from others by combining deep expertise with a broad service offering tailored to executives and business owners.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Eric N
ChFC®, Series 63
Milford, MI
UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES of AMERICA a Limited Partner
Eric Nichols brings 43 years of experience advising established professionals in Michigan, specializing in retirement income strategy, Social Security optimization, and wealth management. Operating within a large firm offering flat-fee and negotiated advisory fees, he supports clients like founders, executives, and retirees, providing tailored financial planning through an open-architecture platform that leverages multiple custodians and third-party managers.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $410,135
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Shannon G
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Farmington Hills, MI
Mercer Global Advisors Inc.
Shannon Gaskin is well-equipped to assist established professionals in Michigan with complex financial needs, leveraging 29 years of experience and expertise in retirement plans for business owners and concentrated stock management. Operating within Mercer Global Advisors, a large firm known for a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach, he offers flat-fee and AUM-based fee structures, serving high-net-worth clients with comprehensive planning and consulting services.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $2,214,259
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Mary B
Series 63, Series 65
Ann Arbor, MI
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
Mary Bakhaus brings over two decades of experience advising established professionals in Michigan, with specialties in private investments, options strategies, and retirement plans for business owners. Her firm employs a quantitative investment approach and serves high-net-worth clients, offering flat-fee and asset-based pricing. Compared to others, her background as a business owner and focus on business exit strategies provide added insight for clients navigating complex financial transitions.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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Matthew N
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
East Lansing, MI
Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC
Matthew Nordmann's 32 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of established professionals in Michigan, including retirement income strategy and equity compensation tax planning. Working with Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC, a large national firm managing $16 billion in assets, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning services, providing flexibility and access to comprehensive wealth management solutions compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $781,916
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