Top options & derivatives strategies 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 trade options or use derivatives to manage risk or enhance returns, you need an advisor who understands the complex mechanics and tax implications involved. Without this expertise, you might face unexpected losses or tax bills that could have been minimized.
- Strategy alignment. Confirm how they tailor options and derivatives strategies to your risk tolerance and financial goals, not just generic investment advice.
- Tax impact awareness. Ask how they handle the unique tax treatment of options and derivatives, including potential estate tax cliffs in New York.
- Risk management approach. Look for advisors who explain how they monitor and adjust positions to protect your portfolio from sudden market moves.
- Experience with derivatives. Inquire about their track record managing complex instruments, ensuring they can navigate the nuances specific to these strategies.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Thomas V
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Saugerties, NY
Briarcliff Manor Wealth Advisors
Thomas Vaccaro Jr. specializes in options and derivatives strategies, applying both fundamental and technical analysis with a focus on tax-aware investing, which is crucial for managing the complex tax implications in New York. As a CFP®-certified and independent advisor with Briarcliff Manor Wealth Advisors, he offers discretionary investment management and personal financial planning, charging 1.25% annually on assets under management and up to $300 per hour for planning services, distinguishing him by combining specialized expertise with flexible fee options.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $278,791
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Joseph S
CFA®, Series 66
New Hartford, NY
Ascent Wealth Partners, LLC
Joseph Summa specializes in options and derivatives strategies, leveraging 13 years of experience and CFA® credentials to manage complex instruments with a focus on risk management and tax implications. Based in New Hartford, NY, he operates through Ascent Wealth Partners, which employs a long-term investment approach combining fundamental and technical analysis, offering services to a diverse client base with a 1.15% annual AUM fee, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on short-term trading.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $1,272,448
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Andrew H
Series 63, Series 65
New York, NY
Next Capital Management LLC
Andrew Hart specializes in options and derivatives strategies, supported by 10 years of experience and expertise in tax-loss harvesting and private investments, making him well-equipped to manage complex risk and tax considerations in New York. His firm, Next Capital Management LLC, offers tailored asset allocation with discretionary and non-discretionary services, employing diverse strategies including direct indexing and tax-managed long/short approaches, and provides negotiable flat fees and hourly consulting, catering to high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $6,604,902
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Jay F
Series 63
Armonk, NY
Forteris Wealth Management, Inc.
Jay Furst specializes in options and derivatives strategies, making him well-suited for managing complex instruments and tailoring strategies to risk tolerance. Based in Armonk, NY, he operates through Forteris Wealth Management, an SEC-registered firm managing $179.6 million with customized portfolios and ongoing monitoring, serving high-net-worth clients with a 1% annual AUM fee and negotiable hourly planning rates.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $1,179,330
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Dominick L
Series 66
Pittsford, NY
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Dominick Lapenna's nine years of experience and Series 66 designation equip him to handle options and derivatives strategies effectively, supported by his background at Wells Fargo Clearing. Operating within the large firm 6Partners, he offers flat-fee structures and serves diverse clients including individuals and private business owners, combining proprietary and third-party strategies with both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management approaches.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $384,909
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