Seasoned, private / alternative investments financial advisors in Northfield, MN
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 considering private or alternative investments, you likely want to diversify beyond traditional stocks and bonds. Without seasoned guidance, you might overlook unique risks or liquidity challenges that can affect your overall financial plan.
- Experience with niche assets. Ask how they evaluate less common investments like private equity or hedge funds to fit your goals.
- Risk and liquidity management. Confirm how they balance potential returns with the difficulty of selling these investments quickly.
- Tax implications. Private investments often have complex tax treatments; check how they integrate this into your broader tax strategy.
- Alignment with your timeline. These investments can have long lock-up periods; ensure they consider your cash flow needs and time horizon.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Steven B
Series 63, Series 65
Prior Lake, MN
Charles Schwab
Steven Blume's 26 years of experience and expertise in private and alternative investments, real estate investing, and multi-state taxation equip him to navigate complex asset classes and tax implications effectively. Operating from Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients with a 0.80% AUM fee, he offers a blend of non-discretionary and discretionary management, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or narrower service models.
Experience: 27 years
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David T
Series 63, Series 65
Lakeville, MN
AlphaStar Capital Management
David Tillou's 33 years of experience and expertise in private and alternative investments make him well-equipped to address the complexities of these asset classes, including tax-loss harvesting and active portfolio management. Operating from Lakeville, MN, he offers flat-fee and negotiable AUM pricing through AlphaStar Capital Management, which manages $1.84 billion for a diverse clientele, providing both model and custom portfolio strategies.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $263,916
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Mark E
Series 63
Lakeville, MN
Independent Financial Group, LLC
Mark Englund's 41 years of experience and expertise in private and alternative investments make him well-equipped to manage complex asset classes and their associated risks. Operating from Lakeville, MN, he offers a variety of fee structures including flat fees and AUM-based fees through Independent Financial Group, LLC, a large dual-registered firm serving diverse clients such as individuals and corporations.
Experience: 41 years
Avg account: $474,424
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