Large-firm, retirement income strategy 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 your retirement income means figuring out how to make your savings last through your lifetime, especially if you expect to rely on multiple income sources like Social Security, pensions, and investments. A common mistake is not accounting for how taxes and property costs can change your spending power over time.
- Tax-aware withdrawal plans. Look for advisors who consider California's high income taxes and how Proposition 13 limits property tax increases, affecting your net income.
- Income source coordination. Ask how they balance Social Security, pensions, and investment withdrawals to optimize your cash flow.
- Longevity risk management. Confirm they plan for the possibility of living longer than expected, ensuring your income doesn't run out.
- Large-firm resources. Advisors at bigger firms may offer access to specialized tools and teams that support complex retirement income needs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kathleen H
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Burlingame, CA
Creative Planning
Kathleen Harris specializes in retirement income strategy and serves high-net-worth clients from Creative Planning, a large firm managing $217 billion in assets with a financial planning–led investment approach. Her 14 years of experience and flat-fee structure, along with expertise in tax-loss harvesting and sustainable investing, distinguish her from other advisors in the South San Francisco area.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $2,113,277
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James G
Series 63, Series 65
Pacifica, CA
Planmember Securities Corporation
James Garner specializes in retirement income strategy within a large firm, offering expertise in retirement plans for business owners and general retirement planning. With 13 years of experience and a background at major firms like Fidelity, he provides tax-aware, risk-managed strategies using PlanMember's top-down asset allocation and risk-based mutual fund portfolios, differentiating him through his focus on employer and participant retirement-plan advisory services.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $132,363
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Sally H
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
San Francisco, CA
Cambridge Investment Research Advisors
Sally Hershey specializes in retirement income strategy and has 34 years of experience, making her well-equipped to handle complex retirement planning in South San Francisco. Working at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, a large firm, she offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting, serving diverse clients including business owners and executives, which distinguishes her from other advisors in the area.
Experience: 35 years
Avg account: $378,281
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Andrew G
Series 63, Series 65
Redwood City, CA
Ameriprise
Andrew Gotianse specializes in retirement income strategy and income planning, with 23 years of experience and a focus on clients approaching retirement in South San Francisco. Working at Ameriprise, a large firm, he leverages extensive resources to deliver tax-efficient, research-driven retirement plans with a 0.15% AUM fee, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller firm support or less comprehensive service offerings.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Cory E
Series 63, Series 65
Burlingame, CA
Fidelity
Cory Evans specializes in retirement income strategy and income planning, serving clients approaching retirement with 11 years of industry experience at Fidelity, a large firm offering extensive resources. Located near South San Francisco in Burlingame, CA, he combines his Series 63 and 65 licenses with a focus on tax-aware withdrawal plans and coordinating multiple income sources, differentiating him from advisors with less firm support or narrower specialties.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $234,793
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