Top advisors focused on options & derivatives strategies in the US
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 using options or derivatives, you need an advisor who understands the complex risks and strategies involved. Without this expertise, you might face unexpected losses or miss opportunities to hedge your portfolio effectively.
- Strategy clarity. Ask how they explain the specific options or derivatives strategies they recommend and the risks involved, ensuring you understand before committing.
- Risk management focus. Confirm how they monitor and adjust positions to protect your portfolio from sudden market moves or volatility.
- Tax implications. Options and derivatives can have unique tax consequences; check how they help you navigate these to avoid surprises.
- Experience with derivatives types. Different derivatives require different approaches; ask which ones they have hands-on experience managing for clients.
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, supported by her Series 65 designation and experience at Waverly Advisors, LLC, which offers both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management. Her firm serves a diverse client base including individuals and corporations, providing flat-fee and tiered AUM pricing. Compared to others, her background in tax planning and alternative investments adds depth to managing complex derivative risks and tax implications.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $1,639,930
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Craig M
Series 63, Series 65
Columbia, SC
Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC
Craig Mcdaniel Jr. specializes in options and derivatives strategies, supported by 13 years of industry experience and Series 63 and 65 licenses, making him well-equipped to manage complex risk and strategy clarity for investors in this area. Operating independently in Columbia, SC, he offers hourly financial planning fees capped at $250 and provides customized investment management through discretionary mandates and third-party managers, distinguishing him with a flexible, client-focused approach.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $373,429
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Alan T
Series 63, Series 65
Los Angeles, CA
Regal Investment Advisors LLC
Alan Toman specializes in options and derivatives strategies, offering expertise in active portfolio management with nine years of industry experience. Based in Los Angeles, he operates under Regal Investment Advisors LLC, which provides discretionary investment management and uses both proprietary and third-party model portfolios. His fee structure includes flat fees for some strategies, distinguishing him from advisors who may rely solely on asset-based fees.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $332,705
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Ethan S
CFP®, Series 65
Auburn Hills, MI
Plante Moran FInancial Advisors
Ethan Siekkinen specializes in options and derivatives strategies, offering expertise in concentrated stock management and private investments, which suits investors seeking complex risk management in these areas. Based in Auburn Hills, MI, he operates with a flat-fee structure and serves high-net-worth clients independently, supported by Plante Moran Financial Advisors' strategic asset allocation and proprietary market valuation approach, differentiating him from advisors with broader or less specialized focuses.
Experience: 0 years
Avg account: $6,397,023
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Stephen H
Series 65
Plano, TX
Fisher Investments
Stephen Harris specializes in options and derivatives strategies, supported by Fisher Investments' expertise in discretionary portfolio management and tax-aware processes, which can help manage the complex risks and tax implications of these instruments. Serving high-net-worth clients with a 1.50% AUM fee, he operates within a large firm environment that emphasizes active portfolio management and risk defense, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 0 years
Avg account: $1,664,526
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