CFP®-certified financial advisors in Pennsylvania
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 approaching or have reached the eligible retirement age in Pennsylvania, planning your retirement income becomes crucial since it is generally exempt from state income tax. Without careful planning, you might miss opportunities to optimize your tax situation and income flow. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including retirement and tax strategies.
- Tax-exempt income focus. Confirm how they incorporate Pennsylvania's retirement income tax exemption into your overall plan.
- Withdrawal sequencing. Ask how they prioritize which accounts to draw from to maximize tax benefits and income longevity.
- Social Security timing. Discuss strategies for when to claim benefits to complement your retirement income effectively.
- Longevity risk management. Ensure they consider how to sustain your income throughout retirement, not just the early years.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Keith E
CFP®
Pittsburgh, PA
Keith L. Eliou, CFP
Keith Eliou, a CFP®-certified advisor in Pittsburgh, specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, which are key for managing tax-exempt retirement income in Pennsylvania. His firm uses an open-architecture investment approach with third-party managers and serves institutional accounts, differentiating him from others by combining financial planning with his legal expertise in elder law and real estate, offering a broader perspective on retirement planning.
Experience: 2 years
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Lynn C
CFP®, Series 63
Harleysville, PA
Cetera
Lynn Craig's CFP® certification and 38 years of experience equip her to address retirement income planning in Pennsylvania, including tax-exempt income strategies and withdrawal sequencing. Affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network, a large firm offering discretionary model portfolios, she provides flat-fee and hourly consulting options, catering to approaching retirees and high earners, which distinguishes her from advisors with different fee structures or client focuses.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Sandra Y
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Seneca, PA
Raymond James Financial
Sandra Young's 37 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to address retirement income planning in Pennsylvania, including tax-exempt income strategies. Affiliated with Raymond James Financial, a large firm serving diverse clients, she offers flat-fee and hourly planning options, combining asset-allocation analysis with personalized consulting, which may appeal to those seeking structured fees and comprehensive support compared to other advisors.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $700,796
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William S
CFP®, Series 63
Monroeville, PA
Edward Jones
William Snyder's 14 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address retirement income planning in Pennsylvania, including tax-exempt income strategies. Operating from Edward Jones, a large full-service wealth management firm, he offers a range of advisory services with a program fee up to 1.35% annually, catering to clients such as retirees and business owners, which may provide a broader perspective compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Rick R
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Lancaster, PA
Rodgers & Associates
Rick Rodgers specializes in retirement planning with 29 years of experience, making him well-equipped to address Pennsylvania's tax-exempt retirement income strategies. His firm manages $1.49 billion with a quantitative approach using mutual funds and ETFs, catering primarily to clients nearing or in retirement, and offers fee options including a 1% AUM charge and hourly rates for planning.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $1,630,674
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