Seasoned financial advisors working with self-employed clients 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 run your own business or freelance, you face unique challenges like managing irregular income and planning for taxes that can vary widely year to year. Without an advisor who understands these ups and downs, you might miss opportunities to smooth cash flow or optimize tax deductions.
Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience navigating the complexities of self-employment finances, helping you avoid common pitfalls.
- Cash flow management. Look for advisors who help you plan for income swings and set aside funds for lean periods.
- Tax planning nuances. Confirm they understand deductions and credits specific to self-employed individuals, not just general tax rules.
- Retirement options. Ask how they evaluate plans like SEP IRAs or solo 401(k)s to fit your business structure and goals.
- Expense tracking. Effective advisors guide you on separating personal and business expenses to simplify tax filing and financial clarity.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Ronald R
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
New York, NY
Guardian Life
Ronald Ramirez brings 37 years of experience advising self-employed individuals in New York, with specialties in business exit strategies and tax-loss harvesting that address unique financial challenges faced by entrepreneurs. Operating within Primerica Advisors, a large firm offering both brokerage and advisory services, he provides flexible fee structures including flat fees and subscription-based plans, which may suit clients seeking varied financial planning options compared to other seasoned advisors.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $230,599
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Karen W
Series 63, Series 65
New York, NY
Sanctuary Advisors, LLC
Karen Winfrey Leake's 40 years of experience and focus on self-employed clients in New York equip her to address the unique financial challenges of irregular income and tax planning. Affiliated with Sanctuary Advisors, a large firm offering flat-fee and hourly financial planning, she combines expertise in retirement income and business exit strategies, distinguishing her with a broad service scope and flexible fee arrangements.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $1,618,113
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Scott V
Series 63
Westbury, NY
LPL Enterprise
Scott Vislocky brings 29 years of experience advising self-employed individuals and business owners, making him well-equipped to address the unique financial challenges faced by freelancers and entrepreneurs in New York. Operating within LPL Enterprise, a large firm offering flat-fee planning and access to diverse investment programs, he combines seasoned expertise with flexible fee structures and broad client services, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or smaller firm resources.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $239,757
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Peter D
Series 63, Series 65
Locust Valley, NY
Buckram Securities Ltd
Peter Debuona's 36 years of experience and focus on self-employed clients make him well-equipped to address the financial complexities faced by business owners in New York. His firm, Buckram Securities Ltd, manages diverse accounts including SEP IRAs and self-employed 401(k) plans, offering discretionary portfolio management with a blend of fundamental and technical analysis, all for a flat annual fee of $250, which may appeal to those seeking predictable costs.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $677,765
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Ezra C
Series 63, Series 65
Ithaca, NY
Cornell Pochily Investment Advisors, Inc.
Ezra Cornell's extensive 46 years of experience and focus on self-employed individuals make him well-equipped to address the unique financial challenges faced by business owners in New York. His firm offers a flat-fee structure with services including tax preparation and tailored investment management, distinguishing him from others by combining deep expertise with comprehensive financial planning and consulting for a diverse client base.
Experience: 46 years
Avg account: $1,180,967
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