Flat-fee, active portfolio management financial advisors in Seattle, WA
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 keep your investment portfolio actively managed to respond to market changes, these advisors can help you avoid common pitfalls like excessive trading costs or misaligned risk levels. Flat-fee pricing means you pay a set amount regardless of your portfolio size, which can simplify budgeting and reduce conflicts of interest.
- Trading cost awareness. Ask how they balance frequent portfolio adjustments with minimizing fees and taxes, especially given Washington's capital gains tax.
- Risk alignment. Confirm they tailor portfolio changes to your personal risk tolerance, not just market trends.
- Tax-aware moves. Look for advisors who consider federal and Washington state tax implications when buying or selling assets.
- Clear fee structure. Understand exactly what services are included in the flat fee to avoid surprises.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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William D
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Seattle, WA
Commonwealth Financial Network
William Driver offers flat-fee consulting services including wealth management and retirement plan consulting, suitable for clients seeking active portfolio management in Seattle. With 51 years of experience and Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses, he operates within Commonwealth Financial Network, a large firm providing discretionary model portfolios and extensive support, differentiating him from advisors at smaller firms or with less comprehensive resources.
Experience: 52 years
Avg account: $568,323
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Karalyn C
Series 66
Seattle, WA
Independent Financial Group, LLC
Karalyn Carlton offers active portfolio management in Seattle with 23 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, working through Independent Financial Group, a large dual-registered firm. She provides flat fees for financial planning and consulting, which can be negotiated, distinguishing her from advisors with standard AUM-based fees and emphasizing personalized service within a broad client base including individuals and plan sponsors.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $474,424
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Ashwin P
Series 66
Seattle, WA
Oppenheimer
Ashwin Pathare offers active portfolio management with a flat-fee structure in Seattle, leveraging seven years of experience and a Series 66 designation. Working at Oppenheimer, a large firm serving diverse clients, he employs strategic asset allocation and manager selection, which may provide more comprehensive investment options compared to smaller firms or advisors with less varied client services.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $609,565
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Kevin D
CFP®, Series 66
Seattle, WA
Breakwater Investment Management
Kevin De Angelis offers active portfolio management with a flat-fee structure for financial planning, ranging from $2,500 to $20,000 based on complexity, which suits clients seeking predictable costs in Seattle. His firm, Breakwater Investment Management, manages $303 million in assets using diversified, ETF-based portfolios with global exposure and AI-enabled support, differentiating him through technology integration and a broad client base including high-net-worth individuals.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $1,987,975
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Dave S
Series 63, Series 66
Seattle, WA
Regal Investment Advisors LLC
Dave Stanfield offers active portfolio management with a flat-fee option through Regal Investment Advisors LLC in Seattle, combining 27 years of experience and expertise in options and derivatives strategies. His firm supports discretionary management with proprietary and third-party models, serving individuals and organizations, which may provide a broader range of investment approaches compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $332,705
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