CFP®-certified financial advisors working with military members and veterans 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 or a family member are transitioning from military service to civilian life, you face unique financial challenges like managing military benefits and planning for retirement outside the armed forces. Without an advisor familiar with military-specific rules, you might miss out on key benefits or make costly mistakes in your financial planning. CFP® certification means these advisors have completed rigorous training in financial planning, including retirement and tax strategies.
- Military benefits knowledge. Confirm they understand VA benefits, military pensions, and survivor benefits to help you maximize your entitlements.
- Transition planning. Ask how they integrate military income and benefits with civilian earnings and retirement accounts.
- Tax considerations. Military pay and benefits have special tax rules; ensure they can navigate these to optimize your tax situation.
- Long-term retirement strategy. Military retirement often differs from civilian plans; check how they tailor strategies to your unique timeline and options.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Gregory G
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Chappaqua, NY
Fidelity
Gregory Giandalone is well-equipped to assist military members and veterans in New York with financial planning, leveraging his CFP® certification and 14 years of industry experience, including roles at Fidelity and TD Ameritrade. As a U.S. Army Veteran, he brings personal insight into military benefits and retirement planning, and his goals-based approach at a large firm like Fidelity offers disciplined, client-focused strategies that may differ from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Dale R
CFP®, CFA®, Series 63
Pittsford, NY
Edward Jones
Dale Rehkopf II is well-equipped to assist military members and veterans in New York with financial planning, leveraging his CFP® certification and 23 years of experience to address retirement income strategies and estate planning. Operating from Edward Jones, a large full-service firm, he offers a comprehensive approach including charitable giving and business ownership considerations, with an AUM fee up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him through both depth of expertise and firm resources.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Stephen H
CFP®, Series 66
Rochester, NY
Modern Wealth Management, LLC
Stephen Howles is well-equipped to assist military and veteran clients in New York with his CFP® certification and 11 years of experience, including expertise in retirement income strategy and tax strategies for small businesses. Unlike some advisors, he offers flat-fee estate planning services and operates independently through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, which supports clients with integrated planning and discretionary investment management.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $832,068
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Michael R
CFP®, Series 63
Garden City, NY
United Asset Strategies Inc.
Michael Riccardi is a CFP®-certified advisor specializing in military and veterans financial needs, offering expertise in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization. Based in Garden City, NY, he provides flat-fee and tiered asset-based pricing through United Asset Strategies Inc., which employs actively managed, diversified portfolios. His experience includes advising individual clients across wealth levels and consulting on employer-sponsored retirement plans, distinguishing him with a broad service scope and flexible fee options.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $1,290,932
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Eric J
CFP®, ChFC®, PFS™, Series 63, Series 65
Colorado Springs, CO
Best Life Infinity, LLC
Eric Jackson's 17 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the unique financial challenges faced by military personnel and veterans, including managing military benefits and retirement planning. Based in Colorado Springs, he offers flat-fee financial planning and investment management through Best Life Infinity, LLC, which serves high-net-worth clients and military survivors with diverse investment strategies and specialized services like performance-based fees and educational seminars.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $438,574
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