Seasoned, general retirement planning 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.
Planning for retirement often means juggling multiple financial goals and timelines, especially if you're approaching key milestones like Social Security eligibility or pension decisions. Without a clear, comprehensive plan, you might overlook tax implications or misjudge when to tap into different income sources.
- Holistic income sequencing. Ask how they coordinate withdrawals from various accounts to minimize taxes and extend your savings.
- Estate tax awareness. Confirm they understand New York's estate tax cliff, which can cause unexpectedly large tax bills just above exemption limits.
- Longevity risk management. See how they plan for the possibility of living longer than expected and the impact on your retirement funds.
- Benefit integration. Check if they incorporate Social Security and pension options into your overall retirement strategy, not just investments.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Olivier D
Series 66
New York, NY
UBS Financial Services
Olivier Diaz specializes in general retirement planning with 24 years of experience, focusing on mid-career professionals and those approaching retirement in New York. His affiliation with UBS Financial Services offers access to institutional trading and comprehensive wealth management, distinguishing him from others by combining large-firm resources with expertise in cash flow, budgeting, and equity compensation tax strategy for high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $693,691
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Luke M
Series 63
Farmingville, NY
Planmember Securities Corporation
Luke Morgan's 27 years of experience and focus on general retirement planning make him well-equipped to address complex retirement needs, including income sequencing and longevity risk. Operating from a large firm, he offers a strategic asset allocation approach and serves business owners with retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k), differentiating him with specialized expertise and a comprehensive fee structure up to 0.50% annually.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $132,363
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Anton G
Series 63, Series 65
Hauppauge, NY
Madison Global Advisors LLC
Anton Gerdes Jr. offers extensive expertise in general retirement planning, supported by 43 years of industry experience and a focus on asset allocation and diversification at Madison Global Advisors LLC. His independent status and fee structure of up to 2% annually, combined with experience serving high net worth individuals and pension plans, distinguish him from other seasoned advisors in New York specializing in retirement planning.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $288,210
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Salvatore M
Series 63, Series 65
Rochester, NY
Edelman Financial Engines
Salvatore Mazzola's 24 years of experience and expertise in general retirement planning and retirement income strategy make him well-equipped to address complex retirement needs, including tax-loss harvesting and concentrated stock management. Based in Rochester, NY, he operates within Edelman Financial Engines, a large firm offering both model-based and customized portfolios, with flexible fee options including flat fees and AUM-based charges, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower specialties or fee structures.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $375,508
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Kevin V
Series 63
Vestal, NY
Edward Jones
Kevin Vestel specializes in general retirement planning with 21 years of experience, making him well-equipped to address complex retirement income strategies and estate planning concerns in New York. Affiliated with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets and serving diverse clients, he offers a comprehensive approach including wealth management and college savings, with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from smaller or less diversified advisors.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $246,728
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