Seasoned, long-term care insurance 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're facing the possibility of needing long-term care, such as assisted living or in-home support, planning ahead can protect your finances and peace of mind. Without careful guidance, you might underestimate costs or miss how insurance fits into your overall financial picture. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience, helping you navigate complex policy options and state-specific tax implications.
- Policy benefit details. Confirm how they evaluate coverage limits, elimination periods, and inflation protection to match your expected care needs.
- Estate tax impact. Ask how they plan around New York's estate tax cliff, which can cause unexpectedly large tax bills just above exemption thresholds.
- Integration with retirement income. Understand how they coordinate long-term care insurance premiums and benefits with your income streams and asset withdrawals.
- Claims process support. Inquire about their experience assisting clients through claims to ensure timely and fair benefit payments.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Dianne D
Series 63
Hauppauge, NY
Equity Services, inc.
Dianne Dittmar's 35 years of experience and specialty in long-term care insurance make her well-equipped to address the complexities of planning for assisted living or in-home support in New York. Operating from Equity Services, Inc., a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning and diverse investment strategies, she also brings expertise in retirement plans for business owners and options strategies, providing a broad perspective beyond just insurance.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $221,971
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Dennis C
Series 63, Series 65
Albany, NY
PKS Advisory Services, LLC
Dennis Colavito's 44 years of experience and focus on long-term care insurance make him well-equipped to address the complexities of planning for assisted living or in-home support in New York. Operating from Albany with PKS Advisory Services, he offers flat-fee financial planning and manages diverse portfolios for a broad client base, providing personalized strategies that integrate retirement income and insurance considerations.
Experience: 45 years
Avg account: $221,397
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Shelly S
Series 63
New York, NY
Cerity partners LLC
Shelly Stone's 27 years of experience and expertise in long-term care insurance make her well-equipped to address the complexities of planning for assisted living or in-home support in New York. Working with Cerity Partners LLC, a large SEC-registered firm, she offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning services, focusing on high-net-worth clients and integrating diversified asset allocation with retirement and insurance planning.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $4,574,620
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Gregory S
Series 63, Series 65
Huntington, NY
Silverlake Wealth Management LLC
Gregory Steele's 29 years of experience and expertise in long-term care insurance make him well-equipped to address the complexities of planning for assisted living or in-home support in New York. Operating from Silverlake Wealth Management LLC, he offers flat-fee and negotiable AUM pricing, serving a diverse client base including trusts and estates, with a focus on customized long-term portfolios that integrate equities and fixed income strategies.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $792,053
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Damien M
Series 63, Series 65
Elmira, NY
The Mustico Financial Group, Inc.
Damien Mustico's 21 years of experience and expertise in long-term care insurance, retirement income strategy, and estate planning make him well-equipped to address the complexities of long-term care needs in New York. Operating through The Mustico Financial Group, which manages $316 million in assets and serves a diverse client base, he offers independent advice with hourly financial planning fees and additional service charges, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or firm sizes.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $684,083
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