Independent, active portfolio management financial advisors in Petoskey, MI
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 want to grow your investments actively rather than just tracking the market, you need an advisor who understands how to adjust your portfolio based on changing conditions. Without this expertise, you might miss opportunities or take on risks that don't fit your goals. Independent advisors here manage your portfolio without ties to big firms, which can mean more personalized attention to your investments.
- Market responsiveness. Ask how they decide when to buy or sell assets to capture gains or reduce losses.
- Risk management approach. Confirm how they balance potential returns with your comfort level for market ups and downs.
- Pension integration. Since many local families have pensions, check how they coordinate active management with your pension benefits.
- Fee transparency. Independent status often means clearer fees; ask how they charge for ongoing portfolio management.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Don S
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
San Antonio, TX
Don A. Slabaugh, LLC
Don Slabaugh offers independent, active portfolio management near Petoskey, MI, with 25 years of experience and a focus on concentrated stock management. His firm manages $30 million across about 30 clients, using a blend of fundamental and technical analysis for discretionary trading, which may appeal to investors seeking a hands-on, long-term approach with transparent quarterly fees.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $777,273
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Charles D
Series 63, Series 65
Harbor Springs, MI
William Mack & Associates Inc
Charles Dickinson offers active portfolio management with a focus on diversification and tax efficiency, managing portfolios using no-load mutual funds and ETFs. His firm, William Mack & Associates, is independent and fee-only, managing $820 million for nearly 1,000 clients, which may provide a more personalized approach compared to larger firms. Dickinson's five years of experience and credentials (Series 63 and 65) support his capability in this area.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $1,057,818
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Richard P
Series 63, Series 66
Harbor Springs, MI
Meridian Asset Management
Richard Price offers active portfolio management with 22 years of experience, operating independently through Meridian Asset Management near Petoskey, MI. His firm uses a strategic asset allocation approach emphasizing income-producing large-cap dividend stocks and diversified holdings, charging a 1.50% AUM fee, which may appeal to clients seeking a seasoned advisor with a focus on income and diversification.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $629,789
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Michael H
Series 65
Petoskey, MI
West Arbor Solutions, LLC
Michael Holifield offers independent, active portfolio management in Petoskey, MI, with a focus on general retirement and income planning alongside tax-loss harvesting. His firm, West Arbor Solutions, uses fundamental analysis for discretionary asset management and serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals and trusts, charging negotiable flat and ongoing fees, which may appeal to clients seeking tailored, transparent pricing.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $401,356
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