Flat-fee, options & derivatives strategies 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 trade or invest in options and derivatives, you need an advisor who understands the unique risks and tax implications involved. Without this expertise, you might face unexpected losses or tax bills that could have been minimized. Flat-fee pricing means you pay a set rate, which can make costs clearer and more predictable.
- Risk management focus. Ask how they help you balance potential gains with the risks specific to options and derivatives.
- Tax strategy awareness. Confirm they account for municipal income taxes, which vary by Ohio city and can affect your returns.
- Strategy customization. Look for advisors who tailor option strategies to your financial goals, not just standard approaches.
- Clear fee structure. Understand how their flat-fee model works and what services it covers to avoid surprises.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Edwina M
Series 65
Cincinnati, OH
Waverly Advisors, LLC
Edwina Martin specializes in options and derivatives strategies with a flat-fee pricing model, making her well-suited for investors in Ohio seeking clear and predictable costs. With two years of industry experience and a Series 65 designation, she offers expertise in tax-loss harvesting and private investments, supported by her role at Waverly Advisors, LLC, which serves diverse client types with both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $1,639,930
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Curtis L
Series 63, Series 65
Strongsville, OH
Cademuir Wealth Management
Curtis Lindsay specializes in options and derivatives strategies, supported by 28 years of experience and a focus on retirement income and business owner plans, making him well-equipped to manage the unique risks and tax implications of these investments in Ohio. His firm, Cademuir Wealth Management, offers flat-fee financial planning with fees up to $15,000 based on complexity, combining fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory, which distinguishes him from others by providing tailored portfolio management and pension consulting services.
Experience: 28 years
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Wayne B
ChFC®, Series 65
Westlake, OH
Prosperity Capital Advisors
Wayne Barker specializes in options and derivatives strategies with 13 years of experience, making him well-equipped to manage the unique risks and tax implications of these investments in Ohio. His firm, Prosperity Capital Advisors, offers a flat-fee structure with fixed fees ranging from $500 to $50,000, and employs a model-driven, multi-sleeved investment approach, distinguishing him from others by combining active portfolio management with tailored strategies for high earners and business owners.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $506,095
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Neil H
CFA®, Series 63
Cincinnati, OH
MAI Capital Management, LLC
Neil Hantak Jr. specializes in options and derivatives strategies with 12 years of experience and holds a CFA® designation, making him well-equipped to manage the unique risks and tax implications of these investments in Ohio. Operating within MAI Capital Management, a large firm offering a multi-strategy investment approach and flat-fee annual retainer services, he caters to diverse clients including families and sports professionals, providing a broad range of wealth management solutions beyond just options trading.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $2,176,834
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Brian M
Series 63
Beachwood, OH
OneSeven
Brian Marino specializes in options and derivatives strategies with over 20 years of experience, making him well-equipped to manage the unique risks and tax implications of these investments in Ohio. His firm, OneSeven, offers flat-fee financial consulting with a long-term, diversified investment approach that includes alternative investments, serving a broad client base from individuals to businesses, which distinguishes him from advisors with narrower focuses or different fee structures.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $461,030
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