Seasoned, factor investing / smart beta financial advisors in Minneapolis, MN
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 looking to use factor investing or smart beta strategies, you likely want to improve your portfolio's risk and return by targeting specific investment factors like value or momentum. A common mistake is treating these strategies as simple market timing tools rather than disciplined, long-term approaches.
- Factor selection clarity. Ask how they choose which factors to emphasize and why those fit your financial goals.
- Risk management approach. Confirm how they balance factor exposure with overall portfolio risk, especially in volatile markets.
- Tax-aware implementation. Factor strategies can trigger trades; check how they minimize tax impacts in your account.
- Experience with market cycles. Seasoned advisors should explain how factor investing performed through different market environments and what that means for you.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Steven W
Series 63
Bloomington, MN
Compass Financial Management LLC
Steven Walstad brings nearly three decades of experience in factor investing and smart beta strategies, serving clients from Bloomington, MN. His firm, Compass Financial Management LLC, offers discretionary portfolio management and integrates fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, distinguishing him with a comprehensive approach and a fee structure that includes both AUM and hourly options.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $393,103
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Michael B
CFP®, Series 63
Plymouth, MN
Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC
Michael Bishop's expertise in factor investing and active portfolio management suits clients seeking disciplined, long-term smart beta strategies in the Minneapolis area. His 21 years of experience, CFP® certification, and affiliation with Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services—a large SEC-registered firm offering flat-fee and AUM-based pricing—distinguish him from others by combining seasoned insight with flexible fee options and comprehensive financial planning services.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $1,378,035
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Keith S
Series 63, Series 65
Maple Grove, MN
Lifeworks Advisors, LLC
Keith Severson offers seasoned expertise in factor investing and smart beta strategies, supported by 34 years of experience and a planning-based tranche investment approach at Lifeworks Advisors in Maple Grove, MN. His firm integrates tax and accounting services and serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals and businesses, with flexible flat-fee financial planning options up to $50,000, distinguishing him from other advisors in the Minneapolis area.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $506,000
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Gracia C
CFP®, Series 63
Minneapolis, MN
Associated Investment Services, Inc.
Gracia Cavanaugh's 24 years of experience and expertise in factor investing and tax-loss harvesting make her well-equipped to manage disciplined, long-term smart beta strategies in Minneapolis. Her role at Associated Investment Services, which serves individuals and small institutions with model portfolios and separately managed accounts, distinguishes her with a comprehensive approach and a fee structure ranging from 1.42% to 1.81% AUM.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $303,096
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