CFP®-certified, options & derivatives strategies financial advisors in Ogden, UT
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 surprises that could have been avoided. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, adding a solid foundation to their options knowledge.
- Risk management focus. Ask how they help you balance potential gains with the risks unique to options and derivatives.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they explain how different strategies affect your tax situation, including short-term vs. long-term gains.
- Strategy customization. Look for advisors who tailor approaches based on your goals, not just standard option plays.
- Experience with complex trades. Inquire about their comfort level with multi-leg strategies 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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Alan H
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Centerville, UT
Carson Wealth
Alan Hodgson's extensive 37 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage the complexities of options and derivatives strategies effectively. Operating from Kaysville, UT with Cwm, Llc, a large firm serving diverse clients, he offers flat-fee financial planning and discretionary portfolio management, distinguishing him with a broad service scope and a seasoned approach compared to others in the area.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $875,860
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Brett C
CFP®, Series 65
Bountiful, UT
Modera Wealth Management, LLC
Brett Caldwell's CFP® certification and 11 years of experience equip him to manage the complexities of options and derivatives strategies, especially for high-net-worth clients in the Ogden area. His firm, Modera Wealth Management, applies a Modern Portfolio Theory-based allocation approach, integrating ESG factors and private placements, and offers flat-fee financial planning starting at $1,500, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or investment focuses.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $2,734,927
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Paul N
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Ogden, UT
Ascend Investment Partners
Paul Norman's 38 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage the complexities of options and derivatives strategies in Ogden, UT. At Ascend Investment Partners, he supports both individual and high-net-worth clients using a structured CLIMB planning process and diverse investment analyses, with fees ranging from $100 to $500 per hour depending on service complexity.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $666,472
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