CFP®-certified financial advisors in Montana
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 planning for retirement or managing your income streams, you might consider a Roth conversion to reduce future tax burdens. A common mistake is treating Roth conversions as a quick tax fix rather than a strategic, long-term decision.
- Tax bracket management. Ask how they plan conversions around your current and expected future tax rates to avoid unnecessary tax hits.
- Coordination with tax professionals. Confirm how they collaborate with your CPA to handle state taxes and Medicare premium impacts.
- Account prioritization. Inquire which accounts they recommend converting first and why, focusing on your overall withdrawal strategy.
- Long-term impact analysis. Ensure they evaluate how conversions affect your retirement income and benefits over multiple years, not just the immediate tax year.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Susan G
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Superior, MT
OSAIC
Susan Green's 33 years of experience as a CFP® in Montana equip her to guide clients through complex retirement strategies like Roth conversions, emphasizing long-term tax planning and account prioritization. Affiliated with OSAIC, a large SEC-registered firm known for its technology-driven investment process, she offers flat-fee financial planning and serves a diverse clientele, distinguishing her from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $398,336
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Gregory F
CFP®, Series 66
Great Falls, MT
Edward Jones
Gregory Ferriter's CFP® certification and nine years of experience equip him to guide Montana clients through complex Roth conversion strategies, emphasizing tax bracket management and long-term retirement income planning. Affiliated with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers wealth management services with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, catering to diverse clients including executives and business owners, which may provide broader resources compared to smaller local advisors.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Sean S
CFP®, Series 66
Great Falls, MT
D.A. DAVIDSON & Co.
Sean Sturges is well-equipped to assist with retirement income strategies and Roth conversions, leveraging his 20 years of experience and CFP® certification in Great Falls, Montana. Affiliated with D.A. Davidson & Co., a large firm offering comprehensive financial planning and wealth management, he serves high earners and established professionals, providing a broad range of services including ERISA retirement plan advisory and investment analysis.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $552,040
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Ryan G
CFP®, Series 66
Billings, MT
Merit Financial Advisors
Ryan Gomendi's CFP® certification and a decade of experience equip him to guide Montana clients through complex retirement planning, including strategic Roth conversions. His firm, Merit Financial Advisors, offers flat-fee financial planning up to $100,000 and supports personalized indexing and model portfolios, distinguishing him with a blend of independent advice and comprehensive firm resources.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $897,421
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Sarah F
CFP®, Series 65
Bozeman, MT
Northfork Advisors
Sarah Fitzgerald's CFP® certification and experience at Northfork Advisors equip her to guide Montana clients through Roth conversions with a focus on long-term tax impact and coordinated planning. Her firm's emphasis on values-aligned and ESG investing, combined with flat-fee and hourly planning options, distinguishes her approach for clients seeking sustainable investment strategies alongside retirement tax planning.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $670,410
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