Top medicare planning financial advisors in Pasadena, TX
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 Medicare eligibility or helping a loved one navigate enrollment, you need an advisor who understands the timing and coverage nuances that can affect your healthcare costs. A common mistake is missing enrollment windows or choosing plans that don't align with your health needs and budget.
- Enrollment timing expertise. Confirm how they guide you through initial and special enrollment periods to avoid costly penalties.
- Plan comparison clarity. Look for advisors who explain differences between Medicare parts and supplemental plans in plain terms.
- Cost impact awareness. Ask how they factor in federal taxes, property taxes, and out-of-pocket expenses when recommending plans.
- Coordination with other benefits. Ensure they consider how Medicare interacts with employer coverage or Medicaid if applicable.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Shanna C
Series 66
Houston, TX
Merrill
Shanna Cannon offers Medicare planning expertise combined with a focus on caring for aging parents and general retirement planning, making her well-suited for navigating Medicare enrollment and coverage nuances. Based in Houston and affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, she serves mid-career professionals and HENRY clients, charging a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million, which may differ from other advisors in Pasadena.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Alvin R
ChFC®, Series 63
Houston, TX
Richards Financial Planning, LLC
Alvin Richards specializes in Medicare planning and retirement income strategy, serving clients near Pasadena, TX from his Houston office. His flat-fee, project-based planning options and six years of experience, combined with a background as an independent insurance agent, distinguish him by offering clear, disciplined retirement income plans tailored for those approaching retirement or mid-career professionals.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $164,810
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Kristopher E
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63
Houston, TX
Beacon Financial Planners, Inc.
Kristopher Etter specializes in Medicare planning with 23 years of experience and holds CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 63 designations, offering expertise in enrollment timing and plan comparisons. Based in Houston, TX, he works at Beacon Financial Planners, which focuses on asset allocation and long-term strategies, managing assets non-discretionarily with negotiable fees from 0.50% to 1.25%, catering to individual and high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $191,110
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