Top medicare planning financial advisors in San Diego, CA
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 approaching Medicare eligibility, you need an advisor who understands how to navigate the complex enrollment rules and coverage options. A common mistake is missing enrollment deadlines or choosing plans that don't align with your health needs and financial situation.
- Enrollment timing expertise. Confirm how they help you avoid penalties by managing your initial and special enrollment periods.
- Plan comparison clarity. Look for advisors who explain differences between Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D in plain terms tailored to your health profile.
- Tax and cost considerations. Since California has high income taxes but limits on property tax increases, ask how they integrate Medicare costs with your overall tax and budget planning.
- Coordination with other benefits. Medicare often interacts with employer or spousal coverage; ensure the advisor can navigate these overlaps effectively.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Tayvin D
Series 66
San Diego, CA
Merrill
Tayvin Donaldson specializes in Medicare planning and elder care, making him well-equipped to guide San Diego clients through Medicare enrollment and coverage options. Working at Merrill, a large firm, he offers a managed strategy with a 1.10% AUM fee and focuses on mid-career professionals and high earners, providing tailored portfolio strategies alongside Medicare advice.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Michael H
ChFC®, Series 65
San Diego, CA
Hood Financial, LLC
Michael Hood specializes in Medicare planning in San Diego, offering expertise in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, supported by 12 years of experience and ChFC® and Series 65 credentials. His firm uses a passive investment approach with diversified portfolios and offers flat-fee financial planning ranging from $3,500 to $5,000, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or investment styles.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $324,512
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Jacqueline B
Series 65
Solana Beach, CA
D. M. Brenner, Inc.
Jacqueline Buenrostro specializes in Medicare planning and retirement income strategy, making her well-suited to help San Diego-area clients navigate Medicare enrollment and coverage options. Operating independently with a flat-fee structure, she serves high-net-worth clients and applies Modern Portfolio Theory through her firm, D. M. Brenner, Inc., offering tailored financial planning and asset management services.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $1,477,174
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