Seasoned financial advisors working with military members and veterans
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 have served in the military or are a veteran, your financial needs often include unique benefits and considerations that general advisors might overlook. A common mistake is not fully integrating military-specific benefits into your overall financial plan, which can lead to missed opportunities or unexpected tax consequences. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience navigating these complexities.
- Benefit integration. Confirm how they incorporate VA benefits, pensions, and military retirement pay into your broader financial picture.
- Transition planning. Ask how they support the shift from active duty to civilian life, including income replacement and healthcare coverage.
- Tax nuances. Military income and benefits can have special tax treatments; ensure they understand these to optimize your tax situation.
- Long-term care. Military and veteran benefits may affect eligibility for certain care programs; check how they plan for your future healthcare needs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Craig S
Series 63, Series 66
Erie, PA
Edward Jones
Craig Schwegman brings over 30 years of experience advising military and veteran clients, focusing on retirement income strategy and estate planning, which suits those needing seasoned guidance on military-specific financial benefits. Operating within Edward Jones, a large full-service firm with a broad advisory network, he offers a comprehensive approach with an AUM fee up to 1.35%, distinguishing him from smaller or less specialized advisors in the US.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Arnie C
CFP®, EA
Vallejo, CA
Achievable Wealth, LLC
Arnie Cabiles is well-equipped to address the financial complexities faced by military personnel and veterans, integrating his 36 years of experience with specialties in retirement planning and cash flow management. Based in Vallejo, CA, he offers flat-fee and hourly pricing, providing flexible options for clients including doctors and medical professionals. His approach emphasizes clear strategies across six financial pillars, supporting clients through transitions and financial catch-up phases.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $256,948
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Scott C
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Scottsdale, AZ
Echelon Private Wealth LLC
Scott Cadieux's 27 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the unique financial needs of military personnel and veterans, including integrating military benefits into comprehensive plans. Based in Scottsdale, AZ, he leads Echelon Private Wealth LLC, offering discretionary portfolio management with a blend of fundamental and technical analysis, and specializes in options strategies, serving both individual and high-net-worth clients with a 1.50% AUM fee.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $585,714
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Aaron B
Series 66
Waukesha, WI
Merrill
Aaron Berglin's extensive 25 years of experience and military background equip him to address the unique financial needs of veterans, including integrating military benefits into comprehensive wealth management and retirement income strategies. Based in Waukesha, WI, he operates within Merrill's large-firm environment, offering a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies, and serves mid-career professionals and high earners, distinguishing him with a strong focus on estate planning and insurance risk management.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Jason G
Series 63, Series 65
Monterey, CA
Modern Wealth Management, LLC
Jason Gordo's 24 years of experience and focus on military and veterans make him well-equipped to address the unique financial needs of those transitioning from active duty, including retirement income strategy and tax considerations. Based in Monterey, CA, he offers flat-fee estate planning and integrates tax strategies for small businesses, distinguishing him with a comprehensive approach that includes private investments and values-based investing for mid-career professionals.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $832,068
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