Large-firm, 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 hold options and derivatives, you need an advisor who understands how these contracts can affect your overall portfolio risk and tax situation. A common mistake is treating options like regular stocks, which can lead to unexpected tax bills or missed opportunities.
- Tax implications of options. Confirm how they handle the complex tax rules around options, including short-term gains and wash sales.
- Risk management approach. Ask how they integrate derivatives into your broader investment strategy to avoid excessive exposure.
- Municipal tax awareness. Since Ohio cities have different municipal income taxes, check how they factor this into your planning.
- Large-firm resources. Advisors here have access to extensive research and trading tools, which can benefit your options strategy.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Amy R
Series 66
Canton, OH
Ameriprise
Amy Roma's 12 years of experience and Series 66 designation equip her to manage options and derivatives strategies effectively, including tax-loss harvesting to optimize tax outcomes. Working at The Huntington Investment Company, a large firm with $6.3 billion in assets under management, she leverages extensive resources and a model-driven, open-architecture platform, differentiating her from advisors with smaller firm support or less integrated investment approaches.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Neil H
CFA®, Series 63
Cincinnati, OH
MAI Capital Management, LLC
Neil Hantak Jr. specializes in options and derivatives strategies within a large firm setting in Ohio, offering expertise in managing complex portfolio risks and tax implications associated with these instruments. His firm, MAI Capital Management, employs a multi-strategy investment approach including ETFs and private investments, serving diverse clients such as families and sports professionals, with flexible flat-fee and AUM-based pricing options.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $2,176,834
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Kristine S
Series 66
Dayton, OH
AE Wealth Management, LLC
Kristine Skomer is well-equipped to manage options and derivatives strategies within Ohio, leveraging 25 years of experience and a Series 66 designation. Working at AE Wealth Management, a large firm, she offers flat-fee and negotiable AUM fee structures, serving self-employed clients and business owners with expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans, which distinguishes her from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $387,358
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David W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Cincinnati, OH
CWM, LLC
David Wilder's 24 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage options and derivatives strategies effectively, especially within the complex tax landscape of Ohio. Operating at Total Wealth Planning, a large firm managing $1.18 billion with a focus on tax-efficient portfolios and global diversification, he offers flat-fee financial planning and serves high-net-worth clients, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $875,860
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Elise S
CFP®, Series 65
Cincinnati, OH
Mariner
Elise Schulok specializes in options and derivatives strategies within a large firm setting in Cincinnati, Ohio, making her well-equipped to manage the complex tax and risk considerations of these instruments. Her firm, Mariner Wealth, offers a blend of in-house and third-party investment options, serving high-net-worth clients with flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, which provides flexibility compared to other advisors in the region.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $2,116,909
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