Top elder care planning financial advisors in St. Louis, MO
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.
When you’re managing the care and finances of an aging parent or relative, you need an advisor who understands the unique challenges of elder care planning. A common mistake is overlooking the coordination between medical needs, legal documents, and financial resources, which can lead to costly delays or gaps in care.
- Long-term care cost insight. Confirm how they evaluate and plan for expenses like assisted living or in-home care, not just immediate bills.
- Legal and healthcare coordination. Ask how they integrate powers of attorney, wills, and healthcare directives into your financial plan.
- Income and asset management. Look for advisors who balance preserving assets with qualifying for government benefits like Medicaid.
- Family communication. Effective elder care planning often involves multiple relatives; check how they facilitate clear, ongoing discussions among family members.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Carl G
CFP®
Ellisville, MO
Financial Planning Associates, Inc.
Carl Goodin specializes in elder care planning with 26 years of experience and is CFP®-certified, offering flat-fee financial planning in Ellisville, MO. His background as an educator and independent advisor, combined with a focus on Baby Boomer clients, distinguishes him by providing knowledgeable, fee-only services tailored to managing long-term care costs and coordinating legal and financial needs.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $511,712
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William K
Series 63, Series 65
East Alton, IL
Genesis Wealth Management
William Kinkel specializes in elder care planning and long-term care insurance, offering tailored strategies to manage medical, legal, and financial coordination for aging clients near St. Louis. His independent status, combined with nine years of experience and a fee structure of 1% AUM or $175 hourly, distinguishes him by providing flexible, personalized service through Genesis Wealth Management's IPS-driven investment approach.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $154,399
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Paul W
Series 63, Series 66
Chesterfield, MO
Merrill
Paul Wibbenmeyer specializes in elder care planning and Medicare planning, offering tailored strategies to manage long-term care costs and healthcare coordination in the St. Louis area. Affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, he serves mid-career professionals and high earners, charging a 1.10% fee for managed strategies under $2 million, which may suit clients seeking comprehensive wealth management alongside elder care guidance.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $860,085
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