Top inheritance planning financial advisors in Rockville, MD
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’ve recently inherited assets or expect to, you need an inheritance planning advisor who understands how to navigate both estate and inheritance taxes, especially in Maryland where both apply. A common mistake is overlooking state-specific tax rules that can significantly affect what you keep.
- Maryland tax expertise. Confirm the advisor’s familiarity with local estate and inheritance tax laws to avoid unexpected liabilities.
- Asset transfer strategies. Ask how they help structure inheritances to minimize tax impact and preserve wealth.
- Coordination with estate executors. Effective planning often requires working closely with those managing the estate; check how they handle this collaboration.
- Long-term impact focus. Inheritance planning isn’t just about immediate taxes—ensure they consider how decisions affect your financial future.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Steve S
VerifiedCFP®
Eldersburg, MD
ABEL Financial Management Co.
Steve Stern offers expertise in inheritance planning with a strong background in general tax planning and wealth management, making him well-equipped to handle Maryland's complex estate and inheritance tax landscape. Operating from Eldersburg, MD, he serves high-net-worth clients with a fee structure of 0.7-1.15% AUM and brings 12 years of experience as a CFP®-certified, independent advisor focused on accountability and proactive financial planning.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $1,375,594
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Meagan S
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 66
Olney, MD
Edward Jones
Meagan Sexton offers expertise in inheritance planning with a focus on Maryland's estate and inheritance tax laws, supported by her CFP® and ChFC® designations and eight years of experience. Working at Edward Jones, a large full-service firm, she provides access to extensive resources and serves diverse clients including government employees and intergenerational families, with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Robert N
Series 66
North Bethesda, MD
Merrill
Robert Ni's expertise in inheritance planning and multi-generational wealth transfer suits those navigating Maryland's complex estate and inheritance taxes. Based in nearby North Bethesda and affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, he offers a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million, focusing on mid-career professionals and HENRY clients with a background as a founder and business owner.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Kevin M
VerifiedCFP®, Series 65
Washington, DC
Illumint
Kevin Mahoney specializes in inheritance planning with a focus on Millennials and Gen Z clients, making him well-suited for younger individuals navigating Maryland's tax landscape. Based in Washington, DC, he offers flat-fee comprehensive financial planning and project-based sessions through Illumint, which emphasizes a planning-first approach tailored to new couples and young families.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $0
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