Independent financial advisors working with military members and veterans 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 are transitioning from military service or managing veterans' benefits, you need an advisor who understands the unique financial challenges and opportunities that come with military life. Without this expertise, you might miss out on benefits or make decisions that don't align with your service-related financial realities. Independent advisors here operate without ties to larger firms, which can mean more personalized attention to your specific military and veteran needs.
- Benefit integration. Confirm how they incorporate VA benefits, pensions, and military retirement pay into your overall financial plan.
- Deployment and relocation planning. Ask how they handle financial strategies that accommodate frequent moves or deployments.
- Transition support. Look for experience guiding clients through the shift from active duty to civilian financial life, including education and healthcare considerations.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Joshua G
CFP®, Series 66
Columbus, OH
Milestones Financial
Joshua Gallogly specializes in serving military and veteran clients in Ohio, offering flat-fee financial planning that integrates retirement income strategies and tax planning relevant to military benefits. As the sole advisor at Milestones Financial in Columbus, he brings five years of experience and a CFP® certification, distinguishing his personalized, independent approach from larger firms that may not focus exclusively on military-related financial needs.
Experience: 5 years
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Donald B
Series 65
Sunbury, OH
Theus Wealth Advisors
Donald Bussell II specializes in serving military and veteran clients in Ohio, leveraging his own experience as a United States Marine Corps Reserve member since 2019 to address unique financial challenges such as retirement and tax planning. Operating independently with a flat-fee structure ranging from $500 to $1,500, he offers personalized financial planning through Theus Wealth Advisors, which employs diverse investment strategies and supports clients across various wealth levels.
Experience: 5 years
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Karl S
Series 65
Zanesville, OH
Saunix Investment Management, LLC
Karl Saunders specializes in serving military and veteran clients in Ohio, offering personalized wealth management and real estate investing expertise tailored to their unique financial situations. As an independent advisor with over five years of industry experience and a background in healthcare and security consulting, he provides focused investment advisory services with a 1.00% AUM fee, catering to mid- to high-net-worth individuals including those transitioning from military careers.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $1,405,594
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Steven C
ChFC®
Fairborn, OH
Financial Legacy Builders
Steven Crane specializes in serving military and veteran clients in Ohio, integrating their unique benefits and financial realities into comprehensive plans. His firm, Financial Legacy Builders, offers flat-fee and asset-based pricing, emphasizing a blend of passive and active investment strategies aligned with Modern Portfolio Theory, which may appeal to clients seeking a balanced approach and personalized attention distinct from larger firms.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $0
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Eric O
CFP®
Oakton, VA
Olsen Family Financial, LLC
Eric Olsen's background as a US Air Force Academy graduate and active duty Acquisitions Officer, combined with his firm's focus on military and veteran clients, equips him to address the unique financial challenges faced by service members in Ohio. His independent, flat-fee practice offers comprehensive financial planning and ongoing support, distinguishing him with a strong academic foundation including a PhD focused on military finance and real estate, which may benefit clients seeking specialized expertise beyond typical military financial advice.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $304,348
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