CFP®-certified, long-term care insurance 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.
You might need a long-term care insurance advisor if you're planning for potential future care needs that could last years, such as assisted living or in-home nursing. Without focused expertise, it's easy to underestimate the costs or choose coverage that doesn't fit your likely care scenarios. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, which helps them integrate long-term care insurance into your overall financial picture.
- Policy coverage details. Ask how they evaluate what types of care and facilities your policy should cover based on your health and family history.
- Benefit triggers. Confirm how they explain when and how benefits start paying out, so you avoid surprises during claims.
- Premium stability. Inquire about how they assess the risk of premium increases over time and strategies to manage those costs.
- Integration with finances. Look for advisors who consider how long-term care insurance fits with your retirement income and asset plans, not just the insurance itself.
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's extensive 37 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address long-term care insurance needs within a comprehensive retirement and wealth management strategy. Based in Farmington Hills, MI, he serves affluent families and executives through Merrill, a large firm, offering a managed strategy fee of 1.10% under $2 million, which may appeal to clients seeking integrated financial planning with a seasoned advisor.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Michael V
CFP®, Series 66
Troy, MI
ISTO Advisors, LLC
Michael Vendittelli's 12 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address long-term care insurance needs within a comprehensive financial plan. Based in Troy, MI, he offers flat-fee and AUM-based pricing through ISTO Advisors, LLC, which serves high-net-worth clients and integrates wealth management with retirement and executive coaching services, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on insurance products.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $2,869,610
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Zachary B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Sterling Heights, MI
Summit Financial Working with People You Trust
Zachary Bachner's CFP® certification and seven years of experience equip him to address long-term care insurance needs within a comprehensive retirement income strategy, particularly for clients approaching or in retirement. Based in Sterling Heights, MI, he offers flat-fee financial planning and independent advice through Summit Financial, which emphasizes principal preservation using model portfolios with no-load mutual funds and ETFs, distinguishing him from advisors with different investment approaches or fee structures.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $192,856
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Derek J
CFP®
Lansing, MI
United Advisors America
Derek Johnson's CFP® certification and focus on long-term care insurance make him capable of addressing the complexities of planning for extended care needs in Michigan. With two years of experience and a background in private business ownership, he offers a Modern Portfolio Theory-based investment approach and charges a 1.0% annual fee, distinguishing him from others by combining insurance expertise with tailored retirement income strategies.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $158,957
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Daniel Y
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Kalamazoo, MI
HFG Advisors Inc.
Daniel Youngs is well-equipped to assist with long-term care insurance in Michigan, leveraging his CFP® certification and 43 years of industry experience to integrate insurance planning with overall financial strategies. His independent status and flat-fee structure, combined with expertise in charitable giving and disability insurance, distinguish him from others by offering comprehensive, cost-transparent planning tailored to diverse client needs.
Experience: 43 years
Avg account: $1,943,596
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