Seasoned, annuities financial advisors in Oregon
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're considering annuities to secure a steady income stream or protect your savings from market swings, you need an advisor who understands the nuances of these contracts. A common mistake is treating annuities like simple investments, overlooking fees, surrender charges, or payout options that can affect your long-term benefits. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience navigating these complexities, helping you avoid costly pitfalls.
- Fee structure clarity. Confirm how they explain all costs, including hidden fees and surrender penalties, so you know exactly what you're paying.
- Payout option guidance. Ask how they help choose between lifetime income, period certain, or lump-sum options based on your retirement goals.
- Product suitability. Ensure they assess whether fixed, variable, or indexed annuities fit your risk tolerance and financial plan.
- Contract fine print. Verify they review contract terms thoroughly to highlight any restrictions or conditions that could impact your benefits.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
-
Jeffrey K
Series 66
Bend, OR
Private Advisor Group, LLC
Jeffrey Klein's 24 years of experience and expertise in annuities, equity compensation tax strategy, and private investments equip him to navigate the complexities of annuity contracts effectively. Operating in Bend, Oregon, he offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly consulting, and benefits from the support of Mariner Advisor Network, which provides diverse services such as portfolio management and retirement plan consulting, distinguishing him from other seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $303,047
-
Chester W
Series 63, Series 66
Medford, OR
OSAIC
Chester Westfall brings 21 years of experience specializing in annuities, making him well-equipped to navigate the complexities of these contracts for clients in Oregon. Affiliated with Osaic Wealth, Inc., a large firm managing around $200 billion in assets, he offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting services, which can be advantageous for clients seeking transparent fee structures and comprehensive investment processes.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $398,336
-
Anders R
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Powell Butte, OR
LPL Financial
Anders Ramstad's 21 years of experience and expertise in annuities and retirement income strategies make him well-equipped to guide clients in Oregon seeking steady income streams through annuities. Affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, a large firm, he offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting, serving diverse clients including business owners and executives, which may provide broader retirement plan advisory insights compared to other advisors.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $399,489
-
Sharon G
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Portland, OR
Eagle Strategies (NY Life)
Sharon Gerlach's 26 years of experience and ChFC® designation equip her to guide clients through the complexities of annuities, including retirement income strategies and business owner retirement plans. Based in Portland, OR, she works with Eagle Strategies, a large firm offering tiered AUM fees and flexible hourly or subscription-based financial planning, distinguishing her through a broad service model and deep industry knowledge.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $235,446
-
Benjamin B
Series 66
Medford, OR
Seacrest Wealth Management, LLC
Benjamin Brainard's 25 years of experience and focus on annuities make him well-equipped to guide clients in Oregon seeking steady income streams or protection from market volatility. His firm, Seacrest Wealth Management, offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning, serving individuals and high-net-worth clients with a long-term investment approach, and also provides specialized services like divorce financial planning and retirement plans for business owners, distinguishing him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $1,019,224
Want help finding the right advisor?
Answer a few questions to see advisors matched to you.
People also searched
Popular in Oregon
Find advisors by type
Not sure where to start?
We'll help you think it through—whether you ultimately need an advisor or not. Warmer helps you compare advisors clearly, so you can choose with confidence.
For advisor listings, we rely on sources including public filings and data provided by advisors, and we cannot guarantee that all information is current or accurate. Advisors are independent and may not have reviewed or updated this information. Please review an advisor's Form ADV and do your own diligence before deciding whether to work with them.
Advisor matching and referrals are provided by FinanceHQ LLC ("FHQ"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Warmer and an SEC-registered investment adviser. We may be compensated by participating advisors. You pay no fee to use our matching service, and advisor fees are not increased because of a referral. We do not supervise advisors, manage or hold assets, guarantee performance, or provide advice about specific investments.
By using our service, you agree to the Warmer Terms of Service and FHQ Advisory Agreement, and acknowledge Warmer's Privacy Policy. Please review FHQ's ADV Part 2A and Form CRS. Logos provided by Logo.dev
© 2026 Warmer Holdings Inc. ("Warmer")