Seasoned, equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) financial advisors in Ohio
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 recently received RSUs (restricted stock units) or stock options as part of your compensation, you need an advisor who understands how to manage these assets without triggering unexpected taxes or missed opportunities. A common mistake is treating equity awards like regular investments, which can lead to costly tax consequences or poor timing.
- Tax timing insight. Ask how they plan sales or exercises to minimize your tax bill, considering vesting schedules and tax brackets.
- Diversification strategy. Confirm they help balance your portfolio by managing concentrated equity positions alongside other assets.
- Benefit plan coordination. Check if they integrate your equity awards with other employee benefits like ESPPs (employee stock purchase plans) for a cohesive financial plan.
- Experience matters. Seasoned advisors here bring decades of expertise navigating complex equity compensation scenarios specific to Ohio's tax environment.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Daniel M
Series 63, Series 65
Canfield, OH
Merrill
Daniel Memo's 26 years of experience and expertise in equity compensation services make him well-equipped to assist Ohio clients managing RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs. As a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill, a large firm, he also specializes in retirement income strategy and business ownership considerations, serving mid-career professionals and high earners with a 1.10% AUM fee, offering a comprehensive approach beyond equity planning.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Richard G
CFP®, Series 66
Uniontown, OH
Fidelity
Richard Goebelt's 26 years of experience and expertise in equity recipients, stock option exercise strategy, and startup equity planning make him well-equipped to manage RSUs and stock options in Ohio. As a CFP®-certified advisor at Fidelity, a large firm, he combines deep industry knowledge with a focus on executive clients, offering seasoned guidance that balances tax timing and diversification strategies.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Tony S
Series 63, Series 66
Wapakoneta, OH
Edward Jones
Tony Stinebaugh offers 23 years of experience advising equity recipients in Ohio, with expertise in managing RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs to optimize tax timing and diversification. As part of Edward Jones, a large full-service firm with over 23,700 advisors, he provides access to extensive resources and a broad range of wealth management solutions, differentiating him from smaller or boutique practices.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Michelle T
Series 63
Westlake, OH
Balanced Wealth Group LLC
Michelle Taylor's 28 years of experience and expertise in equity recipients make her well-equipped to manage RSUs, stock options, and ESPPs for clients in Ohio. As an independent advisor at Balanced Wealth Group LLC, she offers wealth management services with fees ranging from 0.50% to 2.00% annually, utilizing ETFs and mutual funds with a blend of fundamental and technical analysis, which may appeal to clients seeking a long-term yet tactically flexible investment approach.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $982,692
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Daniel B
CFP®, Series 63
Cincinnati, OH
Dean Financial Advisory, LLC
Daniel Bussone's 28 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage equity compensation effectively, including RSUs and stock options, with attention to tax timing and diversification strategies. Based in Cincinnati, OH, he leads Dean Financial Advisory, a fee-only firm managing $36.9 million in assets, offering personalized portfolio management and financial planning with a focus on cost control and behavioral finance, distinguishing him from other seasoned advisors in Ohio.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $1,365,534
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