Seasoned, options & derivatives strategies financial advisors in Shelton, CT
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 trade or hold options and derivatives, you need an advisor who understands the complex risks and tax rules involved. Without deep experience, it's easy to misprice risk or overlook tax consequences that can erode your returns. Seasoned advisors bring decades of hands-on knowledge to navigate these challenges.
- Risk management expertise. Ask how they assess and hedge the unique risks of your options and derivatives positions.
- Tax implications. Confirm they understand how derivatives gains and losses affect your tax situation, including estate and gift tax planning common in high-wealth areas.
- Strategy alignment. Look for advisors who tailor options strategies to your broader financial goals, not just isolated trades.
- Experience depth. Seasoned advisors have seen market cycles and can help you avoid pitfalls newer advisors might miss.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Jeffrey S
Series 63, Series 65
Westlake, TX
Meristead Wealth, LLC
Jeffrey Sargent's 25 years of experience and expertise in options and derivatives strategies make him well-equipped to manage complex risk and tax considerations for seasoned investors in Shelton, CT. His firm, Stansberry Asset Management, LLC, focuses on high-net-worth clients with discretionary portfolio management and employs a blend of top-down macro analysis and fundamental research, differentiating him from advisors with narrower investment approaches.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $1,304,519
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Brian K
Series 63, Series 65
Orange, CT
Fisher Investments
Brian Kiska brings 24 years of experience in options and derivatives strategies, supported by his Series 63 and 65 designations. Based in Orange, CT, he works with Fisher Investments, a large firm known for its tax-aware, quantitative and qualitative investment approach, serving high-net-worth clients with a 1.50% AUM fee, which may differ from smaller or less specialized advisors nearby.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $1,664,526
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Christopher W
Series 63, Series 65
Milford, CT
Kingsview Wealth Management, LLC
Christopher Wright Sr. brings 33 years of experience and expertise in options and derivatives strategies, making him well-equipped to manage complex risks and tax implications in Shelton, CT. His firm, Kingsview Wealth Management, offers a blend of advisor-led planning and model-based strategies with a broad investment menu, including alternatives, and provides flexible fee options such as flat fees and hourly planning, distinguishing him from other advisors in the area.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $703,115
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Robert L
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Shelton, CT
RB Capital Management, LLC
Robert Leiphart III brings 22 years of experience and CFP® certification to managing options and derivatives strategies in Shelton, CT, with a focus on hedged strategies and personalized asset allocation. His firm serves both individual and institutional clients, offering fee-based investment management with a 1.75% AUM fee and hourly financial planning, distinguishing him through a blend of active portfolio management and real estate investing expertise.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $1,382,479
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Michael A
Series 63, Series 65
Shelton, CT
Innovative Asset Advisors Group
Michael Annunziata brings 34 years of experience in options and derivatives strategies, making him well-equipped to manage complex risks and tax implications in Shelton, CT. His firm, Innovative Asset Advisors Group, serves high net worth clients with a diversified investment approach and offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly consulting, distinguishing him from others by combining deep expertise with tailored financial consulting services.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $798,748
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