Seasoned, tax-loss harvesting financial advisors in Salt Lake City, UT
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 investments with losses that could offset gains, a tax-loss harvesting advisor can help you use those losses to reduce your tax bill. Without careful timing and strategy, you might miss opportunities to lower taxes or accidentally trigger unwanted tax events. Seasoned advisors bring years of experience to navigate these complexities effectively.
- Loss identification timing. Ask how they spot and act on losses throughout the year, not just at tax time.
- Wash sale rules. Confirm they understand and avoid repurchasing the same security too soon, which can disallow your loss.
- Portfolio impact. Check how they balance tax benefits with maintaining your investment goals and risk level.
- Coordination with tax planning. See if they work with your tax preparer to align harvesting with your overall tax strategy.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Dwight L
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Salt Lake City, UT
Fidelity
Dwight Larsen specializes in tax-loss harvesting within Fidelity's Private Wealth Management, leveraging 31 years of industry experience to help clients in Salt Lake City strategically reduce tax liabilities while maintaining investment goals. His large-firm background and expertise in both passive and active portfolio management distinguish him from others by offering a comprehensive approach that integrates long-term wealth management with tax-efficient strategies.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Melissa C
Series 63, Series 65
Salt Lake City, UT
Robert Baird & Co.
Melissa Clayville offers seasoned expertise in tax-loss harvesting within Salt Lake City, leveraging 25 years of industry experience and Series 63 and 65 credentials. Affiliated with Robert W. Baird & Co., a large firm known for diverse investment strategies and tailored financial planning, she provides flexible fee options including flat fees and hourly consulting, distinguishing her through both experience and adaptable client service models.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $713,008
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Thomas P
Series 63
Salt Lake City, UT
Cottonwood Wealth Strategies, LLC
Thomas Pappas brings 43 years of experience in tax-loss harvesting and concentrated stock management, making him well-equipped to handle complex tax strategies in Salt Lake City. His firm, Cottonwood Wealth Strategies, offers discretionary portfolio management blending active and passive approaches, with flat fees for consulting and a focus on tax-efficient, risk-adjusted asset allocation, distinguishing him from advisors with purely commission-based models.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $876,568
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Michael H
CFP®, CFA®, Series 63, Series 65
Salt Lake City, UT
Stoker Ostler, a Part of BMO Financial Group
Michael Halls brings 25 years of experience and holds CFP® and CFA® designations, specializing in tax-loss harvesting and concentrated stock management in Salt Lake City. His firm, Stoker Ostler, part of BMO Financial Group, serves high-net-worth clients with a focus on individualized investment policies and diversified portfolios, offering flat and hourly fee options that may suit clients seeking tailored financial planning and consulting services.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $2,316,332
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Chesley E
Series 65, Series 66
Salt Lake City, UT
Trek Financial
Chesley Erickson brings 24 years of experience in tax-loss harvesting and active portfolio management, making him well-equipped to help Salt Lake City investors optimize tax strategies. His firm, Trek Financial, offers a strategic investment approach with ETF allocations and tax-aware direct indexing, serving diverse clients including high earners and institutions, and provides flexible fee options such as flat fees and hourly consulting.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $537,789
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