Flat-fee, general retirement planning financial advisors in South 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.
Planning for retirement means balancing your income needs with taxes, healthcare, and lifestyle goals. If you don't get this balance right, you might run out of money too soon or pay more taxes than necessary. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprises.
- Tax-aware planning. Ask how they factor in California's high income taxes and property tax limits under Proposition 13 when projecting your retirement budget.
- Withdrawal sequencing. Confirm their approach to drawing down accounts to minimize taxes and preserve your nest egg.
- Healthcare cost estimates. Make sure they include realistic projections for medical expenses and insurance in your retirement plan.
- Income flexibility. Check how they plan for changes in your spending or unexpected expenses over time.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Shawn T
CFP®
Burlingame, CA
Tessara Wealth
Shawn Tydlaska offers flat-fee, comprehensive retirement planning with a focus on tax-aware strategies and cash flow management, suitable for clients in South San Francisco and nearby Burlingame. His CFP® certification, a decade of experience, and background with firms serving professionals and business owners distinguish him, along with a passive investment approach using diversified, low-cost funds.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $1,135,563
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Guy Y
Series 63
Millbrae, CA
Young Financial & Insurance Services
Guy Young offers flat-fee general retirement planning with 43 years of experience, combining financial planning, insurance, annuities, and real estate services in Millbrae, CA. His firm uses a strategic asset allocation approach and serves a diverse client base including individuals and small businesses, providing negotiable fees and personalized consulting that may differ from larger firms with standard fee structures.
Experience: 43 years
Avg account: $357,407
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Miten B
Series 63, Series 66
Millbrae, CA
Raymond James Financial
Miten Bhatia offers flat-fee general retirement planning from Millbrae, CA, with 11 years of experience and Series 63 and 66 designations. His firm, Raymond James Financial, serves diverse clients including high-net-worth individuals and pension plans, providing non-discretionary planning and investment consulting supported by extensive research and affiliate networks, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower client focuses or fee structures.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Leslie S
Series 63, Series 65
San Mateo, CA
Coronado Financial Group L.L.C.
Leslie Smith offers flat-fee financial planning and retirement plan consulting, making her well-suited for general retirement planning needs in the South San Francisco area. With 38 years of experience and a focus on high-net-worth clients, she provides tailored, non-discretionary advice through Coronado Financial Group, emphasizing fundamental analysis and utilizing mutual funds and third-party managed portfolios.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $841,867
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Christina W
Series 66
San Mateo, CA
Raymond James & Associates
Christina Ward offers flat-fee general retirement planning from a large firm in nearby San Mateo, CA, with seven years of experience and a Series 66 designation. Her background includes founding a nonprofit and prior consulting at Accenture, providing a unique perspective compared to other advisors focused solely on investment management or smaller practices.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $788,879
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