Seasoned, options & derivatives strategies financial advisors
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.
You might need an options and derivatives advisor if you're managing complex investment strategies involving contracts that derive value from underlying assets. Without deep experience, it's easy to misjudge risk or timing, which can lead to unexpected losses. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience, helping you navigate these complexities with a steady hand.
- Risk management insight. Ask how they identify and mitigate the unique risks tied to options and derivatives, beyond standard stock market volatility.
- Strategy alignment. Confirm they tailor strategies to your financial goals and risk tolerance, not just market trends or popular tactics.
- Regulatory knowledge. Ensure they understand the specific rules and tax implications that apply to derivatives trading in your jurisdiction.
- Execution expertise. Inquire about their approach to timing and order execution, which can significantly impact your strategy's success.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Thaddeus P
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Grand Rapids, MI
Advance Wealth Management Service, LLC
Thaddeus Phelps is well-equipped to assist with options and derivatives strategies, leveraging 28 years of industry experience and a CFP® certification. His firm, Advance Wealth Management Service, LLC, offers discretionary investment management with a focus on risk management strategies like put options, supported by fundamental and technical analysis. Compared to others, Phelps provides flat-fee and hourly financial planning options and serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals and trusts from his Grand Rapids, MI location.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $463,417
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Curtis L
Series 63, Series 65
Strongsville, OH
Cademuir Wealth Management
Curtis Lindsay's 28 years of experience and expertise in options and derivatives strategies make him well-equipped to manage complex investment contracts and mitigate associated risks. Operating from Strongsville, OH, he offers flat-fee financial planning and serves a diverse client base including small businesses and retirement plans, differentiating himself with a blend of fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory tailored to individual goals.
Experience: 28 years
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Kurt S
Series 63, Series 65
Kokomo, IN
Creative Financial Designs, Inc.
Kurt Supe's 26 years of experience and specialization in options and derivatives strategies equip him to manage complex investment contracts effectively. Operating from Kokomo, IN, he offers a model-driven investment approach with a focus on ESG and religious/faith-based investing, serving individual and institutional clients with flexible fee structures including AUM, hourly, and retainer options, distinguishing him from other seasoned advisors in the US.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $275,989
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Steven A
Series 63, Series 65
Boulder, CO
Geneos Wealth Management, Inc.
Steven Arrigan's 39 years of experience and specialization in options and derivatives strategies equip him to manage complex investment contracts effectively. Operating from Boulder, CO with Geneos Wealth Management, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning options, serving a diverse clientele including trusts and pension plans, and employs continuous account monitoring alongside discretionary trading authority, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower client scopes or fee structures.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $423,489
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Devin H
CFP®, Series 65
Bend, OR
Farther
Devin Harrigan's 21 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to manage complex options and derivatives strategies effectively, emphasizing risk management and strategy alignment. Operating from Bend, OR with Farther, he offers a flat annual fee structure and leverages a technology-driven platform that combines bespoke and algorithmic portfolios, distinguishing him from advisors who may rely solely on traditional investment methods.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $972,193
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