CFP®-certified financial advisors working with military members and veterans 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 are transitioning from military service or managing veterans' benefits, you need an advisor who understands the unique financial challenges that come with military life. A common mistake is treating military benefits like regular income, which can lead to missed opportunities or tax issues. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including military-specific considerations.
- Benefit integration. Confirm how they incorporate VA benefits, pensions, and military retirement pay into your overall plan.
- Deployment and relocation planning. Ask how they adjust strategies for frequent moves or deployment-related income changes.
- Survivor and disability benefits. Ensure they understand how to optimize benefits for you and your family in case of injury or loss.
- Tax implications. Military income and benefits have special tax rules; check how they navigate these complexities for you.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Greg Y
CFP®, ChFC®, EA
North Kingstown, RI
Apforia
Greg Young is well-equipped to assist military and veteran clients in Rhode Island by integrating complex military benefits, pensions, and retirement pay into comprehensive financial plans. With 11 years of experience, he offers flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, serving mid- to late-career military families and government employees, and brings a personal touch through his background as a military leader and educator, distinguishing him from other advisors in the area.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $267,298
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Danielle B
CFP®, Series 66
Hingham, MA
Fidelity
Danielle Braun's CFP® certification and military background equip her to address the unique financial challenges faced by military personnel and veterans, including benefit integration and deployment planning. Based in Hingham, MA, she brings six years of industry experience and works at Fidelity, a large firm known for active portfolio management and charitable giving expertise, offering a broad range of services beyond military-focused financial planning.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Leah G
CFP®, Series 66
Westerly, RI
Edward Jones
Leah Gardiner is a CFP®-certified advisor specializing in military and veterans financial needs, with 11 years of industry experience and a focus on retirement income and withdrawal strategies. Based in Westerly, RI, she works at Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, offering a range of advisory programs with fees up to 1.35% annually, which may provide more structured support compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $246,728
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