Seasoned, 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), SOPs (stock options), or ESPPs (employee stock purchase plans), you need an advisor who understands how to manage these assets over time. A common mistake is treating equity as regular stock without considering tax timing and company-specific rules.
- Tax timing insight. Equity awards often trigger taxes at vesting or sale; ask how they plan around these events to minimize your tax burden.
- Exercise and sale strategy. Confirm how they help decide when to exercise options or sell shares to balance risk and reward.
- Estate tax awareness. New York's estate tax can hit hard just above exemption limits; check how they incorporate this into your long-term plan.
- Experience with equity plans. Seasoned advisors here have decades of experience navigating complex equity compensation scenarios, which can benefit your unique situation.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michelle S
Series 63, Series 65
New York, NY
Savant Wealth Management
Michelle Smith's 39 years of experience and expertise in equity recipients, options, and tax-loss harvesting make her well-equipped to manage complex equity compensation scenarios in New York. Working at Savant Wealth Management, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning and integrated legal and trust services, she supports diverse clients including executives and founders, providing a comprehensive approach compared to smaller or less specialized advisors.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $2,108,203
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Chris S
Series 63, Series 65
Buffalo, NY
Merrill
Chris Sebastian brings over 36 years of experience managing equity compensation, including RSUs and stock options, with a focus on tax-loss harvesting and retirement income strategies. Based in Buffalo, NY, he leads a 14-person team at Merrill, serving executives, doctors, and entrepreneurs, offering a family office-like experience that differentiates him from other seasoned advisors in New York.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Natalie T
CFP®, TPCP®
Goleta, CA
The Goodland Group
Natalie Taylor specializes in advising seasoned equity recipients, including those with RSUs and stock options, drawing on over 20 years of financial planning experience and a decade in fintech. Based in Goleta, CA, she offers flat-fee planning and serves high-net-worth millennial clients, providing tailored strategies that balance equity compensation with broader financial goals like retirement and family support.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $648,481
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Amy B
CFP®, CIMA®
Redmond, WA
Firebrand Wealth Management, LLC
Amy Barnes brings 25 years of experience advising equity recipients, including RSUs and stock options, with a focus on tax planning and socially responsible investing. Based in Redmond, WA, she offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and AUM-based fees, and specializes in supporting women in technology and entrepreneurship, differentiating her from other advisors by combining seasoned expertise with a client-centered, independent approach.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $786,511
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Michael S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
New York, NY
Magnus Financial Group LLC
Michael Schwartz brings 24 years of experience advising equity recipients in New York, with expertise in RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs, complemented by his CFP® certification. His firm, Magnus Financial Group, manages nearly $2 billion and offers flat-fee arrangements, serving a diverse client base including family offices and trusts, which distinguishes him from advisors with narrower client focuses or fee structures.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $1,944,997
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