Large-firm, options & derivatives strategies 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 trade or hold options and derivatives, you need an advisor who understands the complex risks and tax implications involved. Without this expertise, you might face unexpected losses or tax bills that could have been minimized. Large-firm advisors often have access to extensive resources and compliance support, which can benefit your strategy.
- Risk management insight. Ask how they assess and mitigate the unique risks of options and derivatives, not just general investment risk.
- Tax strategy knowledge. Confirm they understand how options gains and losses affect your tax situation, including short-term vs. long-term treatment.
- Execution and timing. Inquire about their approach to timing trades and managing positions to align with your financial goals.
- Firm resources. Large firms may offer specialized tools and teams; ask how these support your options and derivatives strategy.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Christopher R
CFP®, Series 65, Series 66
Lincoln, RI
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
Christopher Ricci specializes in options and derivatives strategies within a large-firm setting, offering 17 years of experience and CFP® certification. His firm, Focus Partners Wealth, LLC, serves high-net-worth clients with a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach that blends active and passive strategies. This combination of expertise and firm resources distinguishes him from other advisors in Rhode Island focusing on complex options and derivatives management.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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Christine W
Series 65
Middletown, RI
Savant Wealth Management
Christine Winslow's expertise in options and derivatives strategies is supported by her 22 years of experience and her role at Savant Wealth Management, a large firm known for its structured, evidence-based investment approach and comprehensive services including trust and retirement plan consulting. Unlike some advisors, she offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly rates, catering to diverse client needs such as women professionals and business owners in Rhode Island.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $2,108,203
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Seth D
Series 63, Series 65
Warwick, RI
AE Wealth Management, LLC
Seth Desautel's expertise in options and derivatives strategies, combined with his six years of industry experience and Series 63 and 65 licenses, equips him to manage the complex risks and tax implications of these instruments. Working at AE Wealth Management, a large SEC-registered firm with a platform-centered approach and diverse client base, he offers negotiable fees up to 2.5% AUM and flat-fee planning options, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or smaller firm resources.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $387,358
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Michael S
Series 63, Series 65
Lincoln, RI
Equity Services, inc.
Michael Senno II specializes in options and derivatives strategies within a large firm setting, providing access to extensive resources and compliance support essential for managing complex risks and tax implications. With 16 years of experience and a flat-fee structure for financial planning, he serves a diverse client base including individuals and corporations from his Warwick, RI office, distinguishing him through a blend of advisory and broker-dealer services.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $221,971
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Alec D
Series 65
North Kingstown, RI
Brookstone Capital Management LLC
Alec Derderian specializes in options and derivatives strategies within a large firm setting, offering expertise in managing complex risks and tax implications associated with these instruments. His firm, Brookstone Capital Management LLC, supports a diverse client base with discretionary model portfolios and unified managed accounts, providing flexible fee structures including negotiable AUM fees and flat fees for planning, which may appeal to clients seeking tailored cost options and comprehensive resources in Rhode Island.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $231,028
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