Flat-fee financial advisors in San Francisco, 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 want to work with a financial advisor who charges a flat fee instead of commissions, these advisors can offer clearer cost expectations. Flat-fee advisors help you avoid surprises that come with percentage-based fees, which can grow as your assets do. Choosing an advisor without a clear fee structure might lead to paying more than you expect.
- Transparent fee structure. Confirm exactly what services are included in the flat fee and whether any additional costs might arise.
- Experience with San Francisco taxes. Ask how they navigate high income taxes and local property tax rules like Proposition 13.
- Comprehensive planning approach. Ensure they consider your entire financial picture, not just investments, to make the flat fee worthwhile.
- Fee impact on advice. Discuss how the flat fee influences their recommendations, especially regarding investment choices and ongoing management.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Krishna G
Series 65, Series 63
San Francisco, CA
Twin Peaks Wealth Advisors
Krishna Gaglani offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting services in San Francisco, making him suitable for clients seeking transparent costs in a high-tax area. With expertise in private investments, ESG, and retirement plans for business owners, he serves high-net-worth individuals and mid-career professionals, differentiating himself through a focus on values-based investing and a firm approach that includes discretionary management and diversified portfolios.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $1,347,872
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Bruce L
Series 65
San Francisco, CA
Leppla Capital Management LLC
Bruce Leppla offers flat-fee financial planning with fixed fees between $3,500 and $10,000, suitable for clients in San Francisco seeking transparent costs. His firm manages multi-tens of millions in assets with active portfolio management and options strategies, focusing on high-net-worth individuals and business owners, which differentiates him from advisors with broader client bases or different fee structures.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $1,684,341
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Frederick X
Series 63, Series 66
San Francisco, CA
Mercer Global Advisors Inc.
Frederick Xuereb offers flat-fee financial advisory services in San Francisco, leveraging 18 years of experience and expertise in private investments, ESG strategies, and retirement plans for business owners. His firm, Mercer Global Advisors, employs a Modern Portfolio Theory approach with tax management, serving high-net-worth clients through a large firm structure, which may provide more comprehensive resources compared to smaller practices.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $2,214,259
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Mike B
CFP®
San Francisco, CA
Pixel Financial Planning
Mike Biggica offers flat-fee financial planning in San Francisco, with fees ranging from $1,200 to $12,000 annually, suitable for high-net-worth Gen X clients. His 22 years of experience and CFP® certification complement his expertise in equity recipients and retirement planning, providing a comprehensive approach tailored to busy professionals navigating complex financial landscapes.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $1,329,838
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Lilian L
CFP®, Series 66
San Francisco, CA
Corient
Lilian Lo offers flat-fee financial planning in San Francisco, leveraging 21 years of experience and CFP® certification to address complex needs like tax-loss harvesting and real estate investing. Working at Corient, a large firm managing $165 billion with a team-based investment approach, she serves high-net-worth clients and provides access to alternative investments, distinguishing her from advisors with smaller practices or narrower specialties.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $6,073,959
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