Seasoned, tax-loss harvesting financial advisors in Tennessee
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 want to reduce your federal tax bill by selling investments that have lost value, a tax-loss harvesting advisor can help you avoid common pitfalls. Without careful planning, you might miss opportunities to offset gains or accidentally trigger a wash sale, which disallows the tax benefit.
- Federal tax focus. Since Tennessee has no state income tax on wages or investment income, ask how they optimize your federal tax outcomes instead.
- Wash sale rules. Confirm they understand the IRS rule that prevents claiming a loss if you buy the same or a "substantially identical" security within 30 days.
- Portfolio impact. Look for advisors who balance tax losses with your long-term investment goals, not just short-term tax savings.
- Experience matters. Seasoned advisors here bring decades of practice navigating complex tax scenarios, which can help you avoid costly mistakes.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Craig H
Series 66
Jackson, TN
LPL Financial
Craig Hellmer's 28 years of experience and expertise in tax-loss harvesting make him well-equipped to help Tennessee clients reduce their federal tax bills through strategic investment sales. Operating within LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he also specializes in retirement plans for business owners and college savings, providing a broad range of services beyond tax-loss harvesting.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Stanley R
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Chattanooga, TN
Edward Jones
Stanley Russell's 30 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to expertly manage tax-loss harvesting strategies that optimize federal tax outcomes for Tennessee residents. Operating within Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers comprehensive wealth management and multi-generational wealth transfer services, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on tax strategies.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Daniel M
Series 63
Brentwood, TN
Guardian Life
Daniel Mills brings over three decades of experience specializing in tax-loss harvesting and business exit strategies, making him well-equipped to help Tennessee clients optimize federal tax outcomes. Affiliated with Primerica Advisors, a large firm offering a range of financial planning and consulting services, he provides flexible fee options including flat fees and subscriptions, which may suit self-employed individuals and business owners seeking seasoned guidance.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $230,599
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Brian C
Series 63, Series 65
Nashville, TN
GPWA, LLC
Brian Cote specializes in tax-loss harvesting with 25 years of experience, making him well-equipped to help Tennessee clients reduce federal tax liabilities while avoiding wash sale pitfalls. His firm, GPWA, LLC, offers flat-fee and ongoing annual services, serving a diverse clientele including small businesses and trusts, and employs a blend of fundamental, technical, and quantitative analysis for tailored investment strategies.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $545,975
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Robert M
Series 66
Nashville, TN
Merrill
Robert Mc Mahan specializes in tax-loss harvesting and active portfolio management, making him well-equipped to help Tennessee clients reduce federal tax liabilities while balancing long-term investment goals. With 27 years of experience at Merrill, a large firm known for tax-efficient strategies and integration with Bank of America, he serves mid-career professionals and HENRY clients, offering managed accounts with a 1.10% AUM fee under $2 million, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms or with less experience.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $860,085
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