Independent, 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 or hold options and derivatives, you need an advisor who understands the complex risks and tax implications involved. Without this expertise, you might face unexpected losses or tax bills that could have been minimized. Independent advisors here operate without firm constraints, which can mean more flexible strategies tailored to your needs.
- Risk management focus. Ask how they monitor and adjust your positions to protect against sudden market moves.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they understand how options gains and losses affect your overall tax situation, including estate tax considerations.
- Strategy customization. Look for advisors who tailor derivatives strategies to your financial goals, not just standard templates.
- Experience with complex instruments. Ensure they have a track record handling a variety of options and derivatives beyond basic calls and puts.
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, offering expertise in managing complex risks and tax implications associated with these instruments. As a CFP®-certified independent advisor based near New York, he combines fundamental and technical analysis with a tax-aware investing approach, serving individuals, small businesses, and trusts with discretionary investment management and personalized financial planning.
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's 13 years of experience and CFA® designation equip him to manage complex options and derivatives strategies with a focus on risk management and tax implications. As an independent advisor at Ascent Wealth Partners, he offers customized strategies blending fundamental and technical analysis, serving a diverse client base including trusts and retirement plans, with a 1.15% annual AUM fee, distinguishing him from others by combining long-term investment approaches with tailored option strategies.
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, making him well-suited for managing the complex risks and tax implications associated with these instruments. Based in New York, he offers flat-fee and negotiable consulting services through Next Capital Management, which serves high-net-worth clients with tailored asset allocation and tax-managed long/short strategies, differentiating him from advisors with more standard approaches.
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 risks and tax implications associated with these instruments. Operating independently in the New York area, he serves high-net-worth clients with a 1.00% annual AUM fee and offers customized portfolios including equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, and derivatives, supported by ongoing portfolio monitoring and regular reviews.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $1,179,330
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Zachary H
Series 65
Brooklyn, NY
Hilty Wealth Management LLC
Zachary Hilty specializes in options and derivatives strategies, offering discretionary portfolio management tailored to high-net-worth clients in Brooklyn, NY. His approach combines fundamental and technical analysis within documented risk frameworks, differentiating him through a focus on equities and ETFs alongside options. With a Series 65 credential and a 2% annual AUM fee, he provides independent advice with a personalized touch, supported by his unique background in talent development and photography.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $220,554
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