CFP®-certified financial advisors working with clients approaching retirement in New York
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 be approaching retirement and wondering how to balance income needs with preserving your savings. A common mistake is focusing only on investments without planning for the timing and sources of your retirement income.
- Income sequencing. Ask how they plan withdrawals from different accounts to minimize taxes and extend your savings.
- Social Security timing. Confirm if they help decide when to start benefits to maximize your lifetime income.
- Healthcare cost planning. Look for advisors who consider Medicare and out-of-pocket expenses in your retirement budget.
- Legacy considerations. Check if they discuss how your retirement plan fits with your estate goals and beneficiary designations.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Elroy G
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Williamsville, NY
Cetera
Elroy Goodyear is well-equipped to assist those approaching retirement in New York, combining his CFP® certification with 24 years of experience and a focus on wealth management and retirement plans for business owners. Operating within Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and fiduciary solutions, he provides flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly consulting, which may appeal to clients seeking tailored financial planning approaches.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Mark S
CFP®, Series 63
Rochester, NY
Ameriprise
Mark Stone specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making him well-suited for those approaching retirement in New York. With 31 years of experience and a CFP® certification, he operates within Ameriprise, a large firm offering tax-efficient withdrawal strategies and a comprehensive range of advisory and insurance solutions, differentiating him from advisors at smaller firms or with less extensive resources.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Mark R
CFP®, Series 66
Melville, NY
UBS Financial Services
Mark Remigio is well-equipped to assist those approaching retirement in New York, offering expertise in general retirement planning, cash flow management, and equity compensation tax strategies. With 26 years of experience at UBS Financial Services, a large firm known for institutional trading and wealth management, he also serves high-net-worth clients and brings additional insight as a co-trustee managing a New York trust, distinguishing him from other advisors in the area.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $693,691
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Michael C
CFP®, Series 66
New York, NY
Retirable
Michael Coleman specializes in retirement income strategy and annuities, making him well-suited for those approaching retirement in New York. With seven years of experience and a CFP® certification, he offers personalized retirement plans through Retirable, which combines online tools and advisor consultations, and charges a 1% AUM fee capped at $10,000, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or less focused retirement expertise.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $136,185
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Steven E
CFP®
East Amherst, NY
Level Financial Advisors, Inc.
Steven Elwell is well-suited for those approaching retirement, offering expertise in general retirement planning, cash flow management, and tax-loss harvesting. Based in East Amherst, NY, he operates through Level Financial Advisors, a fee-only firm that employs a diversified asset-allocation strategy with mutual funds and ETFs, and offers flat-fee financial planning options starting at $2,000 annually, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or investment approaches.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $1,339,549
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