Seasoned financial advisors working with clients approaching retirement in Scranton, PA
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.
You might be approaching retirement and wondering how to balance income needs with preserving your savings. A common mistake is underestimating how long your money needs to last, which can lead to running out of funds too soon. Seasoned advisors bring years of experience to help you navigate this transition smoothly.
- Income sequencing. Ask how they plan withdrawals to optimize tax benefits and maintain steady cash flow.
- Social Security timing. Confirm if they analyze the best age to start benefits based on your full financial picture.
- Healthcare cost planning. Ensure they consider rising medical expenses and Medicare options in your retirement budget.
- Legacy considerations. Discuss how they incorporate your wishes for passing assets to heirs or charities.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Steven D
Series 66
Waverly, PA
Equitable Advisors
Steven Deriancho specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making him well-suited for clients approaching retirement in the Scranton area. With 23 years of experience at Equitable Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers flexible fee structures and a hybrid advisory-brokerage model, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on smaller firms or different client types.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $609,299
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Bernard F
PFS™, Series 63
Throop, PA
Cetera
Bernard Fagnani is well-suited for clients approaching retirement in the Scranton area, offering 26 years of experience and expertise in wealth management, retirement plans for business owners, and charitable giving. Operating within Cetera, a large firm, he provides flexible flat-fee financial planning and consulting, distinguishing him from others by combining deep tax and accounting knowledge with a broad service platform.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Nicole R
Series 66
Dickson City, PA
Ameriprise
Nicole Reviello specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making her well-suited for clients approaching retirement in the Scranton area. With 21 years of experience at Ameriprise, a large firm offering tax-smart withdrawal strategies and comprehensive retirement planning, she provides detailed Recommendation Reports supported by a centralized consulting team, differentiating her through a collaborative, research-driven approach and a competitive 0.15% AUM fee.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $471,167
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