Flat-fee, equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) financial advisors in St. Paul, MN
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 have equity awards like RSUs (restricted stock units) or ESPPs (employee stock purchase plans) vesting soon, you need an advisor who understands how to time sales and tax impacts. Without this expertise, you might pay more taxes than necessary or miss out on maximizing your gains. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Tax timing strategies. Ask how they plan sales around your vesting schedule to minimize tax hits.
- Income planning in high-tax areas. Confirm they consider local tax rates and social services when advising on cash flow.
- Equity type nuances. Different awards have unique tax rules; check their experience with RSUs, SOPs, and ESPPs.
- Fee clarity. Understand exactly what services are included in their flat fee to avoid unexpected charges.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Trevor A
CFP®, RICP®
Minneapolis, MN
Authentic Life Financial Planning
Trevor Ausen specializes in advising equity recipients like those with RSUs and ESPPs, offering flat-fee project-based financial planning in the Minneapolis area near St. Paul. His CFP® and RICP® credentials, combined with a focus on technology professionals and millennials, distinguish him by providing tailored strategies for tax timing and cash flow management within a transparent fee structure.
Experience: 4 years
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Matt P
CFP®, CFA®
Edina, MN
Exhale Wealth
Matt Pruitt specializes in advising equity recipients with RSUs, SOPs, and ESPPs, offering flat-fee engagements starting at $3,000, which provides clear cost expectations. Based in Edina, MN, he brings 8 years of experience, holds CFP® and CFA® designations, and focuses on millennial technology professionals, distinguishing him with a deep understanding of both tax timing strategies and client lifestyle priorities.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $983,952
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William S
ChFC®, Series 63
Bloomington, MN
Stevens Foster Financial Advisors
William Stevens specializes in advising equity recipients on managing RSUs, SOPs, and ESPPs with a focus on tax timing strategies, supported by 25 years of experience and ChFC® credentials. Operating from Bloomington, MN, his firm offers flat-fee financial planning and tax services tailored to high-net-worth clients, integrating investment management with year-round tax planning and executive benefits expertise.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $2,260,332
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Jared J
CFP®, Series 65
Plymouth, MN
Cerity partners LLC
Jared Johnson specializes in advising equity recipients on managing RSUs, SOPs, and ESPPs with a flat-fee structure ranging from $2,500 to $6,000, offering clear cost expectations. Based in Plymouth, MN, he serves high-net-worth clients using an evidence-based investment approach and has expertise in stock option exercise strategy and retirement income planning, distinguishing him from other advisors in the St. Paul area.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $4,574,620
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Ryan N
CFP®, CPA
Plymouth, MN
RLN Wealth
Ryan Nelson specializes in equity compensation and tax planning, making him well-suited for managing RSUs, SOPs, and ESPPs with a flat-fee structure in the St. Paul area. His CPA and CFP® credentials, combined with experience advising high-net-worth clients and a focus on Millennials, differentiate him from others by blending tax expertise with tailored financial strategies.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $2,237,108
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