Flat-fee, equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) financial advisors 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.
If you have equity compensation like RSUs (restricted stock units), stock options, or ESPPs (employee stock purchase plans), you need an advisor who understands how to manage these assets without triggering unexpected taxes or missed opportunities. A common mistake is treating equity as regular investments, which can lead to costly tax consequences or poor timing.
- Tax-aware selling strategies. Ask how they help you decide when to sell shares to minimize taxes and avoid estate tax cliffs that can cause large bills.
- Equity plan nuances. Confirm they understand the specific rules and timelines of RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, not just general stock advice.
- Flat-fee clarity. Since these advisors charge a flat fee, check how that pricing aligns with the complexity of managing your equity compensation.
- Coordination with tax professionals. Equity moves can affect your tax return; see how they work with your accountant to keep everything aligned.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Timothy S
Series 63, Series 65
New York, NY
Magnus Financial Group LLC
Timothy Seymour is well-equipped to assist equity recipients in New York with flat-fee financial advice, leveraging 15 years of experience and expertise in equity compensation, options strategies, and tax-loss harvesting. His firm, Magnus Financial Group LLC, manages nearly $2 billion for over 1,000 clients, offering personalized planning and both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management, which may provide a broader range of services compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $1,944,997
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Matt P
CFP®, CFA®
Edina, MN
Exhale Wealth
Matt Pruitt specializes in advising equity recipients, including those with RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, making him well-suited for managing complex equity compensation in New York. He offers flat-fee pricing starting at $3,000 per engagement and brings 7 years of industry experience, holding both CFP® and CFA® designations, with a focus on technology professionals and millennial clients, distinguishing him through his independent and tax-aware approach.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $983,952
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Cynthia F
CFP®
Los Gatos, CA
MainStreet Financial Planning, Inc.
Cynthia Flannigan specializes in equity recipients, including RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, making her well-suited for managing equity compensation with tax-aware strategies. Based in Los Gatos, CA, she offers flat-fee financial planning through MainStreet Financial Planning, emphasizing a long-term, low-cost, passive investment approach and serving a diverse client base including business owners and families.
Experience: 7 years
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Natalie T
CFP®, TPCP®
Goleta, CA
The Goodland Group
Natalie Taylor specializes in advising equity recipients with RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, offering flat-fee financial planning that ranges from $2,200 to $7,500. With over 20 years of experience and a CFP® certification, she focuses on mid-career professionals and millennials managing complex equity compensation alongside other financial priorities. Unlike some advisors, Natalie combines fintech expertise and a holistic approach to help high-net-worth clients navigate tax strategies and investment decisions effectively.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $648,481
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Gabriel K
VerifiedCFP®, CPA
White Plains, NY
Wealth Habits
Gabriel Kaplan specializes in advising equity recipients, including those with RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, making him well-suited for managing complex equity compensation in New York. His flat-fee structure of $2,400 annually, combined with his CFP® and CPA credentials, five years of experience, and focus on millennial high-net-worth clients, distinguishes him from others by offering tailored, tax-aware strategies and integrated financial planning.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $1,972,876
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