CFP®-certified, options & derivatives strategies financial advisors in Ontario, CA
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 complex options and derivatives, you need an advisor who understands how these tools affect your overall financial picture, especially tax implications and risk management. A common mistake is treating options strategies like simple stock trades, which can lead to unexpected tax bills or portfolio risks. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, adding a layer of expertise to their options knowledge.
- Tax impact awareness. Ask how they handle the unique tax rules for options and derivatives, including short-term gains and wash sales.
- Risk management focus. Confirm they assess how your options strategies fit with your broader risk tolerance and financial goals.
- Strategy integration. Look for advisors who coordinate options trades with your other investments to avoid unintended overlaps or gaps.
- Local tax considerations. Since Ontario, CA has high income taxes but property tax limits, ask how they factor state rules into your options strategy planning.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Steven M
CFP®, Series 65
Los Angeles, CA
Kinetic Investment Management, Inc.
Steven Martinez's 13 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage complex financial needs, including options and derivatives strategies, with a strong foundation in wealth management and tax planning. Operating from Los Angeles, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning services through Kinetic Investment Management, Inc., providing flexibility and independent advice that may differ from advisors focused solely on Ontario, CA.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $306,852
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James H
CFP®, Series 66
Diamond Bar, CA
Mutual Advisors, LLC
James Hu's 23 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage complex options and derivatives strategies effectively, with attention to tax implications and risk management. Operating from Diamond Bar, CA, he offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly rates, and his firm, Mutual Advisors, LLC, manages $6.75 billion using both passive and active investment approaches, serving a diverse client base including individuals and institutions.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $916,008
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Kevin M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Ontario, CA
Falcon Wealth Planning, LLC
Kevin Mayo's 28 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage complex options and derivatives strategies effectively in Ontario, CA. At Falcon Wealth Planning, he offers flat-fee financial planning starting at $5,000 and integrates fundamental and technical analysis with modern portfolio theory, catering to individual, high-net-worth, and charitable clients, including a Family Office program for those with $5 million or more in assets.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $1,213,826
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Nixon J
CFP®, Series 66
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Shepherd Advisor
Nixon James is a CFP®-certified advisor specializing in options and derivatives strategies, with 17 years of experience and a background at Merrill Lynch and U.S. Bancorp Investments. Operating independently with a flat-fee structure, he serves clients from Rancho Cucamonga, CA, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management that integrates fundamental and quantitative analysis, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on traditional stock trades.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $258,333
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Thomas C
CFP®, Series 63
Claremont, CA
Gould Asset Management LLC
Thomas Carr Jr. is a CFP®-certified advisor with 28 years of experience specializing in options and derivatives strategies, based near Ontario in Claremont, CA. He works at Gould Asset Management LLC, which manages $901 million in assets and offers discretionary portfolio management focused on risk-adjusted returns and private market access, charging up to $500 per hour for consulting services.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $2,848,797
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