Large-firm 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 are transitioning from military service or managing veterans' benefits, you need advisors who understand the unique financial challenges you face. Without this insight, it's easy to overlook key benefits or mismanage military-related income and retirement options. Large-firm advisors often have access to extensive resources and specialized teams to support your needs.
- Military benefits expertise. Confirm they know how to integrate VA benefits, pensions, and disability compensation into your overall financial plan.
- Transition planning. Ask how they help manage the shift from military to civilian income, including timing and tax implications.
- Retirement coordination. Ensure they can navigate both military retirement pay and civilian retirement accounts to optimize your income streams.
- Large-firm resources. Inquire about the additional services and support available through their firm that can assist with complex military financial matters.
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 his 14 years of industry experience and CFP® certification, combined with his personal insight as a U.S. Army Veteran. Working at Fidelity, a large firm, he leverages extensive resources to address complex military financial matters, offering a goals-based approach that prioritizes clients' unique financial situations and transitions from military to civilian life.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Patrick K
Series 66
Greenwich, NY
Edward Jones
Patrick Kimmell specializes in retirement income strategy and college savings, with a focus on military and veterans, making him well-suited to address the financial complexities faced by those transitioning from military service. As part of Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets with more than 23,700 advisors, he offers access to extensive resources and a comprehensive advisory program with fees up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from smaller firms in New York.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Derek W
Series 66
Jamestown, NY
Merrill
Derek Watkins is well-equipped to assist military personnel and veterans transitioning to civilian life, leveraging his own four years of Army service and expertise in retirement income strategy and estate planning. As a Senior Resident Director at Merrill Lynch, a large firm, he offers access to extensive resources and personalized wealth management, with a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller firm affiliations or less military experience.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $860,085
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