Flat-fee 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're transitioning from military service or managing veterans' benefits, you need an advisor who understands the unique financial challenges you face. Without this expertise, you might miss out on benefits or make costly mistakes in your financial planning.
- Benefit integration. Confirm how they incorporate VA benefits and military pensions into your overall financial plan.
- Transition planning. Ask how they help manage the shift from military to civilian income and benefits smoothly.
- Flat-fee clarity. Understand exactly what services are included in their flat fee to avoid unexpected costs.
- Experience with military families. Look for advisors who recognize the financial impact of deployments, relocations, and family needs specific to military life.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michael R
Series 63, Series 65
Garden City, NY
United Asset Strategies Inc.
Michael Riccardi offers flat-fee financial planning services tailored to military and veterans in the New York area, with expertise in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization. His 11 years of experience and role at United Asset Strategies, which uses actively managed, diversified portfolios and tactical fixed-income strategies, distinguish him from others. Additionally, his background as a founder and business owner adds practical insight into managing complex financial needs for military families.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $1,290,932
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Stephen H
CFP®, Series 66
Rochester, NY
Modern Wealth Management, LLC
Stephen Howles specializes in serving military and veteran clients, offering flat-fee estate planning document preparation and funding services ranging from $500 to $15,000, which suits those seeking clear, predictable costs. With 11 years of experience and CFP® certification, he works at Modern Wealth Management, LLC, a firm providing integrated planning and discretionary investment management, distinguishing him through a comprehensive approach and a centralized portfolio management model.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $832,068
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Eric J
CFP®, ChFC®, PFS™, Series 63, Series 65
Colorado Springs, CO
Best Life Infinity, LLC
Eric Jackson's expertise in military and veterans financial needs, combined with his 17 years of experience and CFP®, ChFC®, and PFS™ certifications, equips him to address the unique challenges faced by military families. Unlike some advisors, he offers flat-fee financial planning and investment management up to $24,000 annually, and his firm provides a broad range of strategies from passive to active management, serving both individual investors and high-net-worth clients in Colorado Springs.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $438,574
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James C
Series 65
Albany, NY
Arrowroot Family Office, LLC
James Capparelli Jr. offers flat-fee financial planning tailored to military and veteran clients, integrating wealth management with expertise in retirement plans and tax-loss harvesting. Based in Albany, NY, he operates through Arrowroot Family Office, which emphasizes customized asset allocation and manages portfolios using ETFs and mutual funds. His approach suits high-net-worth individuals seeking comprehensive, fee-transparent services with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $334,988
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