Independent, equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) financial advisors in Nevada
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 assets without triggering unexpected taxes or liquidity issues. A common mistake is treating equity awards like regular investments, which can lead to costly tax consequences or missed opportunities.
- Tax timing insight. Ask how they plan sales to minimize your tax bill, considering vesting schedules and capital gains rules.
- Liquidity planning. Confirm they help ensure you have enough cash flow when shares vest or options expire.
- Diversification strategy. See if they recommend ways to reduce risk by balancing your equity holdings with other investments.
- Independent advice. These advisors operate without firm constraints, which can mean more flexible strategies tailored to your equity situation.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Jeffrey C
Series 65
Incline Village, NV
Conway Partners
Jeffrey Conway specializes in advising equity recipients in Nevada, offering expertise in managing RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs with a focus on tax timing and liquidity planning. His firm, Conway Partners, employs a disciplined asset-allocation approach using diversified ETFs and independent managers, providing flat-fee and AUM-based pricing options, which may appeal to high-net-worth clients seeking independent advice tailored to their equity compensation.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $1,755,204
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Patrick D
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Las Vegas, NV
Darby Wealth Planning LLC
Patrick Darby specializes in advising equity recipients in Nevada, offering expertise in managing RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs with a focus on tax planning and cash flow management. His firm, Darby Wealth Planning LLC, combines individualized financial plans with fundamental analysis and options trading strategies, supported by an affiliated outsourced CFO service, setting him apart from other independent advisors through a comprehensive approach to equity and tax complexities.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $1,445,855
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Cory S
Series 66
Reno, NV
Discretionary Inc.
Cory Smith specializes in advising equity recipients in Nevada, offering expertise in managing RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs with a focus on tax timing, liquidity planning, and diversification strategies. His firm, Discretionary Inc., employs a blend of fundamental and technical analysis for portfolio management and serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth households and businesses, providing flat-fee financial planning options that may appeal to clients seeking transparent pricing.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $140,000
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Patrick E
CFP®, Series 66
Knoxville, TN
Uprise Advisers LLC
Patrick Elliott specializes in advising equity recipients, including those with RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, making him well-suited to manage the tax timing and liquidity challenges these assets present. Based in Knoxville, TN, he offers independent, CFP®-certified guidance with 17 years of experience and provides financial planning through Uprise Advisers LLC using modern portfolio theory and fixed pricing options, distinguishing him from advisors who may manage assets directly or have different fee structures.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $0
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Mary W
Series 63, Series 65
Las Vegas, NV
MW Investment Advisor, LLC
Mary Wuilloud Aguas specializes in advising equity recipients in Nevada, leveraging 22 years of experience and credentials like Series 63 and 65 to manage RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs with attention to tax timing and liquidity. Operating independently through MW Investment Advisor, LLC in Las Vegas, she offers flat-fee and hourly pricing, focusing on personalized, collaborative portfolio management for individual and high-net-worth clients, which may provide more tailored strategies compared to larger firms.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $868,421
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