CFP®-certified, retirement income strategy 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.
You might seek a retirement income strategy advisor if you're approaching retirement and want to ensure your savings last through your lifetime. A common mistake is not accounting for how different income sources interact, which can lead to running out of money too soon. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including retirement income.
- Income sequencing. Ask how they prioritize withdrawals from various accounts to balance taxes and cash flow.
- Longevity planning. Confirm they consider your life expectancy and potential healthcare costs in their strategy.
- Tax impact awareness. Discuss how they factor in Montana's lack of sales tax and other state-specific tax considerations.
- Social Security timing. Inquire about their approach to optimizing when you start Social Security benefits for maximum income.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Sean S
CFP®, Series 66
Great Falls, MT
D.A. Davidson & Co.
Sean Sturges specializes in retirement income strategy and wealth management, backed by 21 years of experience and CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to address Montana retirees' needs. Operating from Great Falls with D.A. Davidson & Co., a large firm offering diverse services including ERISA plan advisory and comprehensive financial planning, he serves high earners and established professionals, providing a broad spectrum of investment and planning expertise.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $552,040
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Arron F
CFP®, Series 66
Glasgow, MT
Edward Jones
Arron Franzen specializes in retirement income strategy and wealth management, holding CFP® and Series 66 designations, and is based in Glasgow, MT. Working with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a program fee up to 1.35% annually and serves clients including business owners and intergenerational families, providing a broad range of investment strategies under a fiduciary standard.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Douglas C
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Bozeman, MT
Raymond James Financial
Douglas Castle's CFP® certification and eight years of experience equip him to develop retirement income strategies that consider tax impacts and income sequencing, crucial for Montana residents. His affiliation with Raymond James Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee planning and non-discretionary investment consulting, distinguishes him by combining personalized planning with broad institutional resources.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Kenneth K
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Billings, MT
Ameriprise
Kenneth Kallem specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making him well-suited for clients approaching retirement in Montana. With 29 years of experience at Ameriprise, a large firm offering tax-smart withdrawal strategies and algorithm-assisted recommendations, he provides a structured approach with a 0.15% AUM fee, distinguishing him from advisors with less firm support or experience.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Rebecca D
CFP®, Series 66
Bozeman, MT
Ashton Thomas Private Wealth
Rebecca Dammann offers retirement income strategy expertise with 14 years of experience and CFP® certification, making her well-equipped to address Montana-specific tax considerations and income sequencing. Her firm, Ashton Thomas Private Wealth, employs a diversified investment approach including mutual funds and ETFs, and offers flexible fee structures such as negotiable AUM fees and flat fees, distinguishing her from other advisors in Bozeman.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $1,841,971
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