Flat-fee, ESG / Sustainable investing financial advisors in Milpitas, CA
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 want your investments to reflect your values, such as environmental or social responsibility, choosing an ESG (environmental, social, and governance) advisor can help align your portfolio accordingly. Without a clear understanding of sustainable investing, you might end up with investments that don’t truly match your goals or values. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprises.
- ESG criteria depth. Ask how they evaluate companies’ environmental and social practices beyond surface-level ratings.
- Portfolio impact. Confirm how they measure the real-world effects of your investments on sustainability goals.
- Fee transparency. Understand exactly what services are included in the flat fee and if any additional costs might arise.
- Local tax considerations. Since California has high income taxes but limits on property tax increases, ask how they factor this into your sustainable investment planning.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kelly F
Series 63, Series 65
San Jose, CA
M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc.
Kelly Fong offers expertise in ESG and sustainable investing with 28 years of experience, operating from nearby San Jose, CA. Her firm, M Holdings Securities, provides a variety of advisory services including financial planning with negotiable flat fees up to $10,000, distinguishing her through flexible pricing and a broad service range compared to others in Milpitas.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $693,844
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Edwin R
PFS™
San Jose, CA
Legacy Wealth Advisors, LLC
Edwin Ryu offers flat-fee financial planning with a focus on ESG and sustainable investing, backed by 25 years of experience and a PFS™ credential. Based in nearby San Jose, his firm provides multi-family office services with a top-down investment approach, integrating tax and real estate advisory, which may appeal to high-net-worth clients seeking comprehensive wealth management beyond standard ESG criteria.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $2,812,846
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Preston D
Series 65, Series 66
Sunnyvale, CA
Mission Capital Advisors Inc.
Preston Dodd specializes in ESG and sustainable investing with 11 years of experience, offering flat-fee advisory services from his Sunnyvale-based firm, Mission Capital Advisors Inc. Unlike some advisors, he provides both flat and hourly fee options and serves a diverse client base including individuals and charitable organizations, emphasizing documented investment policies and tailored asset allocation strategies.
Experience: 11 years
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Chirag S
CFA®
San Jose, CA
Quant Portfolio Management
Chirag Shah specializes in ESG and sustainable investing with a flat-fee structure for financial planning, making him suitable for clients seeking transparent costs in Milpitas, CA. His firm uses a "Quantamental Investing" approach blending fundamental and quantitative analysis, offering both passive and active strategies, which differentiates him from others by providing tailored portfolio construction and manager selection services.
Experience: 2 years
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Kyle T
Series 63, Series 66, Series 65
San Jose, CA
Creative Planning
Kyle Thompson offers expertise in ESG and sustainable investing with 18 years of experience at Creative Planning, a large firm managing $217 billion in assets. He provides flat-fee financial planning with fees negotiated upfront, serving high-net-worth clients. His approach includes low-cost indexing, buy-and-hold strategies, and tax-loss harvesting, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or investment focuses.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $2,113,277
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