Top private / alternative investments financial advisors in Rome, NY
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're considering private or alternative investments, you likely want to diversify beyond traditional stocks and bonds. A common mistake is underestimating the unique risks and liquidity constraints these investments carry.
- Risk assessment expertise. Confirm how the advisor evaluates the specific risks tied to private equity, hedge funds, or real assets, not just general market volatility.
- Liquidity planning. These investments often have limited access to cash; ask how they incorporate this into your overall financial plan.
- Tax implications. Private investments can trigger complex tax events; check if the advisor understands state-specific issues like estate tax cliffs that may affect your strategy.
- Alignment with goals. Ensure the advisor connects alternative investments to your long-term objectives, rather than treating them as standalone opportunities.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Joseph S
CFA®, Series 66
New Hartford, NY
Ascent Wealth Partners, LLC
Joseph Summa's 13 years of experience and CFA® credential equip him to navigate the complexities of private and alternative investments, including risk and liquidity considerations. Based in New Hartford, NY, he offers independent advice through Ascent Wealth Partners, which emphasizes long-term strategies combining fundamental and technical analysis, with a 1.15% annual AUM fee, differentiating him from others by integrating options strategies and serving diverse client types.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $1,272,448
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Chad C
Series 63, Series 65
New Hartford, NY
Ballast Capital Advisors, LLC
Chad Carstensen is equipped to handle private and alternative investments with nine years of experience and expertise in wealth management and active portfolio management. Based in New Hartford, NY, he serves high-net-worth clients through Ballast Capital Advisors, which emphasizes a liability-driven, bond-centric investment approach and charges a fixed $4,500 fee, differentiating him from advisors with traditional fee structures or broader client bases.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $7,827,086
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Maggie S
CFP®, Series 65
Rome, NY
Tendful Wealth Planning
Maggie Sayers specializes in private and alternative investments in Rome, NY, with a CFP® certification and Series 65 license, supported by over 13 years of industry experience. She works at Investor FAN, a firm managing over $427 million with a multi-strategy investment approach, offering up to 2.00% annual AUM fees and serving diverse clients including trusts and charitable organizations.
Experience: 0 years
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