Independent, options & derivatives strategies 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 trade options or derivatives, you need an advisor who understands the complex risks and tax implications involved. Without this expertise, you might face unexpected losses or tax bills that could have been minimized. Independent advisors here operate without firm constraints, which can mean more flexible strategies tailored to your needs.
- Risk management focus. Ask how they help you balance potential gains with the risks unique to options and derivatives.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they explain how different strategies affect your tax situation, including short-term gains and wash sale rules.
- Pension integration. Given Michigan's auto industry ties, check how they coordinate your options strategies with any pension or retirement benefits you have.
- Strategy customization. Look for advisors who adapt their approach based on your experience level and financial goals, not a one-size-fits-all plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Ethan S
CFP®, Series 65
Auburn Hills, MI
Plante Moran financial advisors
Ethan Siekkinen specializes in options and derivatives strategies, making him capable of managing the complex risks and tax implications associated with these investments in Michigan. As a CFP®-certified independent advisor at Plante Moran Financial Advisors, he offers flat-fee options and serves high-net-worth clients, differentiating himself with expertise in concentrated stock management and business succession planning.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $6,699,075
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Thaddeus P
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Grand Rapids, MI
Advance Wealth Management Service, LLC
Thaddeus Phelps specializes in options and derivatives strategies, offering tailored risk management and tax-aware planning suited for Michigan investors. With 28 years of experience and CFP® certification, he provides flat-fee financial planning and discretionary investment management through Advance Wealth Management Service, LLC, emphasizing individualized asset allocation and conservative risk controls, distinguishing him from other independent advisors in the region.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $463,417
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Drew B
Series 66
Grand Rapids, MI
International Assets Investment Management, LLC
Drew Bowen's expertise in options and derivatives strategies, combined with his focus on active portfolio management and retirement plans for business owners, equips him to handle complex trading needs in Michigan. His independent, flat-fee approach and experience as a founder/business owner differentiate him by offering customized financial planning with negotiable fees, supported by a firm that serves a diverse client base through a national network of independent advisors.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $423,553
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Anmar S
CFA®, Series 63, Series 65
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Steward Capital Management
Anmar Sarafa's 34 years of experience and expertise in options and derivatives strategies make him well-equipped to manage the complex risks and tax implications involved in these investments. As the sole independent advisor at Steward Capital Management in Bloomfield Hills, MI, he offers a personalized approach with a 1.00% annual AUM fee, combining active portfolio management and real estate investing to tailor strategies beyond typical options trading.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $1,103,296
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Carl B
Series 65
Troy, MI
Wittenberg Investments Inc.
Carl Bradley Jr. specializes in options and derivatives strategies, supported by his role at Wittenberg Investments Inc., which offers discretionary portfolio management and pension consulting tailored to individual and high-net-worth clients. His independent status allows for flexible strategy customization, and his background includes fundamental analysis and real estate investment, distinguishing him from others with a focus on integrating pension benefits and risk tolerance in Michigan.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $664,380
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