Top income planning 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 approaching retirement or managing multiple income sources, you need an income planning advisor who understands how to keep your money flowing steadily. A common mistake is treating income planning as a simple budget exercise rather than a complex strategy that balances withdrawals, taxes, and pension rules.
- Pension integration. Many Michigan families have pensions tied to the auto industry; ask how the advisor incorporates these into your overall income plan.
- Tax-aware withdrawals. Confirm how they plan distributions to minimize taxes and avoid unexpected tax brackets.
- Longevity risk management. Income planning should consider how to make your money last through retirement, not just the next few years.
- Coordination with benefits. Ask how they factor in Social Security and Medicare impacts on your income streams.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brandi H
Series 66
Grand Blanc, MI
Ameriprise
Brandi Harris specializes in income planning and retirement income strategy, focusing on clients approaching retirement in Michigan. Working with Ameriprise, a large firm, she offers tax-smart withdrawal strategies and Social Security optimization, supported by a centralized consulting team that provides detailed recommendation reports. Her 0.15% AUM fee and experience in operational consulting differentiate her from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Michelle R
Series 66
Ann Arbor, MI
SPC
Michelle Richmond specializes in income planning with 17 years of experience, offering expertise in retirement income strategy and tax-loss harvesting, which is crucial for managing steady income streams in Michigan. Operating within SPC, a large firm managing $5.66 billion in assets, she provides flat-fee segmented and comprehensive financial plans, making her approach accessible and structured compared to hourly or percentage-based fees common among peers.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $192,080
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Daniel S
Series 63, Series 65
Bingham Farms, MI
Octo Capital, LLC
Daniel Shub specializes in income planning with a focus on retirement income strategy and tax-aware withdrawals, making him well-suited for managing complex income streams in Michigan. His firm, Octo Capital, employs a long-term investment approach based on Modern Portfolio Theory and offers flat-fee services, catering primarily to high-net-worth clients, which distinguishes him from advisors with different fee structures or client focuses.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $1,220,791
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Kimberly M
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Muskegon, MI
Merrill
Kimberly Martin specializes in income planning and retirement income strategy, making her well-equipped to help Michigan clients manage steady income streams through retirement. With 36 years of experience at Merrill, a large firm, she offers a comprehensive approach including corporate benefits and executive services, serving mid-career professionals and business owners with a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $860,085
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James S
Series 63, Series 65
Grosse Pointe, MI
STIFEL
James Standish's 39 years of experience and focus on income planning make him well-equipped to manage complex retirement income strategies, including tax-aware withdrawals and pension integration. Operating within Stifel, a large firm serving diverse clients with proprietary investment methodologies, he offers both brokerage and advisory services, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms or with narrower client bases.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $773,556
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