CFP®-certified financial advisors working with clients approaching retirement in Mississippi
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.
You might be approaching retirement and wondering how to transition your income and investments smoothly. A common mistake is underestimating how your spending needs and income sources will change once you stop working.
- Income sequencing. Ask how they plan the order of tapping your savings, Social Security, and pensions to keep your money lasting.
- Healthcare cost planning. Confirm they consider rising medical expenses and Medicare enrollment timing in your retirement budget.
- Tax impact awareness. See if they model how withdrawals affect your taxes, including Social Security and required minimum distributions.
- Longevity risk management. Check how they prepare for the possibility of living longer than expected and running out of money.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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J. Sessions R
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Ridgeland, MS
Cetera
J. Sessions Roland III is well-suited for those approaching retirement in Mississippi, offering expertise in wealth management and retirement plans for business owners, backed by 12 years of experience and CFP® certification. Affiliated with Cetera, a large firm providing diverse portfolio management and financial planning services, he offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly consulting, distinguishing him from advisors with more rigid pricing models.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Vinicius N
CFP®, CPA
Madison, MS
Elevated Retirement Financial Services
Vinicius Neves Hiratuka is well-equipped to assist those approaching retirement in Mississippi, combining CFP® and CPA credentials with nine years of experience in wealth management, retirement, and tax planning. Operating independently through Elevated Retirement Financial Services in Madison, MS, he offers a tiered fee structure for accounts up to $1.5 million and emphasizes building meaningful client relationships, distinguishing him from advisors who may not integrate tax expertise or personalized service as deeply.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $649,661
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Curtis M
CFP®, Series 63
Starkville, MS
Ameriprise
Curtis Mcneal specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making him well-suited for those approaching retirement in Mississippi. With 37 years of experience at Ameriprise, a large firm offering tax-smart, research-based retirement planning, he combines seasoned expertise with a 0.15% AUM fee and personalized service from a centralized consulting team, distinguishing him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Celia B
CFP®, Series 65
Memphis, TN
Dogwood Financial Planning
Celia Brugge specializes in guiding individuals approaching retirement with 17 years of experience and CFP® certification, focusing on income and general retirement planning. Based in Memphis, TN, she offers flat-fee, hourly financial planning through Dogwood Financial Planning, emphasizing a long-term buy-and-hold strategy using low-cost index funds and ETFs, which may appeal to those seeking independent, fee-only advice without ongoing portfolio management.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $0
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William A
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Germantown, TN
RBC Capital Markets
William Abraham's 30 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to assist those approaching retirement with complex financial needs, including tax-loss harvesting and wealth management. Based in Germantown, TN, he works with RBC Capital Markets, a large firm offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, and provides flat-fee options in limited cases, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent pricing and comprehensive investment strategies.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $1,017,425
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