Seasoned, retirement income strategy financial advisors in New Jersey
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 need a retirement income strategy advisor when you're planning how to draw down your savings to cover living expenses without running out of money. A common mistake is not accounting for taxes and market ups and downs, which can erode your income over time. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience to help you navigate these challenges.
- Tax-aware withdrawal plans. Confirm how they factor in New Jersey's high property taxes and your other tax obligations when designing your income streams.
- Market volatility management. Ask how they adjust your income strategy during market downturns to keep your retirement on track.
- Social Security timing. Inquire about their approach to deciding when to start Social Security benefits to maximize your lifetime income.
- Longevity risk planning. Check how they prepare for the possibility of living longer than expected and needing income for many years.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Stavroula K
Series 63, Series 65
Linwood, NJ
Ameriprise
Stavroula Koutsfetsoulis specializes in retirement income strategy with 25 years of experience, focusing on tax-aware withdrawal plans and Social Security optimization for those approaching retirement. Based in Linwood, NJ, she operates within Ameriprise, a large firm known for combining research and tax-efficiency analysis, offering services primarily to clients with substantial investable assets and charging a 0.15% AUM fee.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Robert S
Series 66
Summit, NJ
Merrill
Robert Schiano specializes in retirement income strategy with 26 years of experience, focusing on income planning and retirement withdrawal strategies for clients in New Jersey. As a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch, he integrates wealth management with banking services and collaborates with attorneys and CPAs, offering a comprehensive approach that suits executives and families alike, with a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Raymond T
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Sewell, NJ
Edward Jones
Raymond Trost's 25 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to develop retirement income strategies that consider tax implications and market volatility, crucial for New Jersey retirees. Operating from Edward Jones, a large firm with extensive resources, he also brings expertise in business ownership and estate planning, offering a broader perspective compared to advisors focused solely on retirement income.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Donald A
Series 63, Series 65
Princeton, NJ
Millstone Financial Group
Donald Albach offers seasoned expertise in retirement income strategy with 31 years of experience and specialties including Social Security optimization and Roth conversion strategy, making him well-equipped to handle retirement income planning in New Jersey. His firm, Millstone Financial Group, serves individuals and high-net-worth clients with both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, offering flat-fee financial planning and a maximum 2.5% AUM fee, which provides flexible fee options compared to other advisors.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $351,621
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Seong H
Series 63, Series 65
Saddle Brook, NJ
Equitable Advisors
Seong Hahn specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making him well-equipped to help New Jersey clients plan tax-aware withdrawal plans and manage market volatility. With 33 years of experience and a background as a founder and executive, he serves high-net-worth baby boomers through Equitable Advisors, a large firm offering both advisory and brokerage services with flexible fee structures ranging from hourly planning fees to asset-based fees.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $609,299
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