Top social Security optimization 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.
You might need a Social Security optimization advisor if you're approaching retirement and want to maximize your benefits without triggering unnecessary taxes or penalties. A common mistake is claiming benefits too early or in the wrong sequence, which can reduce your lifetime income.
- Benefit timing strategies. Ask how they determine the best age to start benefits based on your full financial picture, not just your current needs.
- Spousal and survivor benefits. Confirm they understand how to coordinate benefits between you and your spouse to increase total household income.
- Tax impact awareness. Since Nevada has no state income tax, check how they plan around federal taxes and other local taxes that might affect your Social Security income.
- Integration with retirement income. See if they consider how Social Security fits with your other income sources to avoid unexpected tax brackets or penalties.
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 66
Las Vegas, NV
Ameriprise
Steven Brundage specializes in social security optimization and retirement income strategy, making him well-suited to help clients in Nevada maximize their Social Security benefits while considering tax impacts and benefit timing. With 29 years of experience at Ameriprise, a large firm known for research-driven, tax-efficient retirement planning, he offers a disciplined approach with a 0.15% AUM fee, focusing on individuals approaching retirement with specific asset levels.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Adam H
CFP®
Sparks, NV
Empower Advisory Group
Adam Hicks specializes in social security optimization in Nevada, offering strategies that consider benefit timing, spousal coordination, and tax impacts to maximize retirement income. His flat-fee structure and affiliation with Empower Advisory Group, a large firm focused on employer-sponsored retirement plans, provide a comprehensive approach integrating Social Security with broader retirement income and investment management.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Patrick K
Series 66
Scottsdale, AZ
345 Investment Advisory, LLC
Patrick Kearns Jr. specializes in social security optimization and retirement income strategy, making him well-suited to help Nevada clients maximize Social Security benefits while considering tax impacts and benefit timing. With 24 years of experience at Equitable Advisors, a large firm offering diverse financial planning and asset management services, he also serves high-net-worth baby boomers and provides flexible fee structures including AUM and hourly options.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $316,284
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Kirstin G
Series 65
Reno, NV
WealthSpire Advisors
Kirstin Griffin specializes in social security optimization and retirement income strategy, making her well-equipped to help Nevada clients maximize their Social Security benefits while considering tax impacts and benefit timing. With 21 years of experience at WealthSpire Advisors, a large firm known for institutional-style asset allocation and serving high-net-worth clients, she offers flat-fee planning and expertise in Roth conversions and alternative investments, distinguishing her from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $3,410,246
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Robert K
Series 63, Series 65
Las Vegas, NV
Centaurus Financial, Inc.
Robert Kassel specializes in social security optimization and income planning, making him well-equipped to help Nevada residents maximize their Social Security benefits while considering tax impacts and benefit timing strategies. With 39 years of experience at Centaurus Financial, a large firm offering comprehensive financial planning and investment management, he provides seasoned guidance that integrates Social Security with broader retirement income needs, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $213,989
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