CFP®-certified, equity compensation tax strategy financial advisors in Rhode Island
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 have stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), or other equity awards vesting soon, you need an advisor who understands the tax rules that apply to these benefits. Without expert guidance, you might miss opportunities to reduce your tax bill or trigger unexpected tax events.
CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including tax strategies related to equity compensation.
- Tax timing insight. Ask how they plan around your vesting schedule to manage when income is recognized and taxed.
- Alternative minimum tax (AMT) management. Confirm they know how to navigate AMT, which can affect incentive stock options and cause surprise tax bills.
- Sell-to-cover strategies. Discuss how they recommend handling stock sales to cover tax withholding without selling too many shares.
- Integration with your overall plan. See how they coordinate equity compensation tax moves with your broader financial goals and cash flow needs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Carolann B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Newport, RI
Fox Hill Wealth Management
Carolann Brown's extensive 42 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to expertly handle equity compensation tax strategies, including managing tax timing and AMT concerns. Based in Newport, RI, she operates through Fox Hill Wealth Management, a fee-only firm offering both passive and active investment strategies, with flat-fee financial planning ranging from $500 to $7,500, distinguishing her approach from others by combining seasoned expertise with flexible fee options.
Experience: 42 years
Avg account: $711,686
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Gary Z
CFP®, Series 63
Providence, RI
UBS Financial Services
Gary Zahakos is well-equipped to assist with equity compensation tax strategy in Rhode Island, leveraging his CFP® certification and 41 years of industry experience. Based in Providence and affiliated with UBS Financial Services, a large firm known for institutional trading and wealth management, he also specializes in retirement planning and cash flow management, serving high-net-worth clients including executives and business owners.
Experience: 41 years
Avg account: $693,691
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Robert S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
McKinney, TX
Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC
Robert Stern's 24 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle equity compensation tax strategies effectively, including managing tax timing and alternative minimum tax concerns. Based in Mc Kinney, TX, he works with Jefferies Investment Advisers LLC, which offers fee-based, customized financial planning for a diverse client base, including trusts and charitable organizations, setting him apart with a broad service scope and collaborative approach.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $1,258,276
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Bryan P
CFP®, Series 66
Westerly, RI
Professional Planning Group
Bryan Pitney is well-equipped to assist with equity compensation tax strategy in Rhode Island, leveraging his CFP® certification and 19 years of industry experience. He offers flat-fee financial planning ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 and works independently through Professional Planning Group, which manages $1.17 billion in assets and serves a diverse clientele with both fundamental and technical investment analysis.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $1,016,288
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Michael S
CFP®, Series 63
Austin, TX
Goldman Sachs Wealth Services
Michael Sullivan's expertise in equity compensation tax strategy, combined with his 29 years of industry experience and CFP® certification, equips him to manage complex tax timing and AMT issues for clients with stock options or RSUs. Based in Austin, TX, he operates within Goldman Sachs Wealth Services, a large firm offering flat-fee seminars and comprehensive wealth management, which may provide broader resources compared to smaller local advisors in Rhode Island.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $215,149
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