CFP®-certified, equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) 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 recently received RSUs (restricted stock units) or stock options as part of your compensation, you need an advisor who understands how to manage these complex assets. A common mistake is treating equity awards like regular investments, which can lead to unexpected tax bills or missed opportunities.
- Tax timing insight. Ask how they plan sales to minimize taxes, considering vesting schedules and capital gains rules.
- Exercise strategy guidance. Confirm they explain when and how to exercise stock options to balance risk and cost.
- Diversification planning. Look for advice on reducing company stock concentration without jeopardizing your financial goals.
- ESPP optimization. Check if they help you make the most of employee stock purchase plans, including purchase timing and sale strategies.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Lucca S
CFP®, Series 66
Missoula, MT
Edward Jones
Lucca Scariano is a CFP®-certified advisor in Missoula, MT, specializing in equity recipients such as RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, with 10 years of experience and a Series 66 license. He works at Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, offering diverse advisory programs and a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, which may suit clients seeking comprehensive wealth management alongside equity planning.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Tary M
CFP®, CFA®, Series 66
Kalispell, MT
Entrusted Wealth
Tary Middlesworth Jr. is well-equipped to assist equity recipients in Montana with his CFP® and CFA® credentials and 11 years of experience, including expertise in managing RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs. Operating independently with a flat-fee structure, he offers personalized financial planning and portfolio management through Entrusted Wealth, emphasizing a long-term, diversified investment approach using mutual funds and ETFs, which may appeal to clients seeking tailored strategies beyond standard advisory services.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $625,000
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Daniel Y
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Kalamazoo, MI
HFG Advisors Inc.
Daniel Youngs brings 43 years of experience as a CFP® professional specializing in equity recipients, including RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, which suits those managing complex equity compensation in Montana. He offers flexible fee structures such as flat fees and hourly rates, operates independently, and has expertise in charitable giving and insurance planning, providing a broad advisory scope compared to others focused solely on equity awards.
Experience: 43 years
Avg account: $1,943,596
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Thomas W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Billings, MT
Capstone Wealth
Thomas Webber's 15 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Montana equity recipients through complex issues like tax timing and diversification. At Capstone Wealth, he serves high-net-worth business owners and executives with a disciplined, data-driven approach, offering flat-fee financial planning and expertise in business exit strategies, which may provide broader support compared to advisors focusing solely on equity awards.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $1,988,014
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