CFP®-certified, options & derivatives strategies financial advisors in Missouri
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 strategies involved. Without deep knowledge, you might face unexpected losses or miss opportunities to hedge your portfolio effectively. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, which supports their expertise in these advanced strategies.
- Risk management focus. Ask how they identify and mitigate the unique risks options and derivatives introduce to your portfolio.
- Strategy customization. Confirm they tailor strategies to your financial goals, not just apply standard option plays.
- Tax implications. Options and derivatives can have complex tax consequences; check how they help you navigate these.
- Experience with Missouri regulations. Local rules can affect derivatives trading; see how they incorporate state-specific considerations.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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James C
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
St. Louis, MO
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
James Cornfeld's 20 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle complex options and derivatives strategies, especially for high-net-worth clients in Missouri. At Focus Partners Wealth, LLC, he applies a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach within a large firm setting, offering flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, which may appeal to established professionals seeking tailored portfolio management and retirement planning solutions.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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Zachary J
CFP®, Series 66
Brentwood, MO
Mariner
Zachary Joiner is well-equipped to assist with options and derivatives strategies in Missouri, combining his CFP® certification with 13 years of industry experience and expertise in private and alternative investments. Operating within Mariner Wealth, a large firm managing nearly $99 billion in assets, he offers a comprehensive suite of services including financial planning and tax consulting, with flexible fee structures such as flat fees and hourly rates, catering especially to high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $2,116,909
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John G
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Creve Coeur, MO
RFG Advisory, LLC
John Gallia's 20 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage the complexities of options and derivatives strategies, including risk management and tax implications. Based in Creve Coeur, MO, he offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting through RFG Advisory, which serves a diverse client base with a mix of active, passive, and alternative investment strategies, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on individual portfolios.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $295,694
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Michael H
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 66
Saint Louis, MO
Larson Financial Group, LLC
Michael Hermann's expertise in options and derivatives strategies is supported by his 16 years of industry experience and CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to manage the complex risks and tax implications of these instruments in Missouri. His firm, Larson Financial Group, focuses on doctors and related businesses, offering flat-fee financial planning and combining model portfolios with AI-assisted research, which differentiates him from advisors relying solely on traditional methods.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $1,101,630
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Gorge E
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
St. Louis, MO
MAI Capital Management, LLC
Gorge Estevez is well-equipped to assist with options and derivatives strategies in Missouri, holding CFP® certification and nine years of industry experience. Operating from a large firm, MAI Capital Management, he offers a multi-strategy investment platform including options strategies and private investments, serving a diverse clientele from high-net-worth individuals to institutional clients, with a flat-fee structure that may appeal to those seeking transparent pricing.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $2,176,834
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