CFP®-certified, income planning financial advisors in Torrance, 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.
If you're approaching retirement or facing changes in your income sources, you need an income planning advisor to help you create a steady, reliable cash flow. Without careful planning, you might run out of money too soon or pay more taxes than necessary.
CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including income strategies.
- Tax-aware withdrawal strategies. Ask how they balance income needs with California's high state taxes and property tax limits under Proposition 13.
- Longevity risk management. Confirm how they plan for your income to last through retirement, not just the next few years.
- Social Security timing. Inquire about their approach to claiming benefits to maximize your lifetime income.
- Investment income integration. See how they coordinate withdrawals with dividends, interest, and other income sources to smooth your cash flow.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Linda W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Long Beach, CA
Linda A. Walker, CFP
Linda Walker offers income planning expertise with 45 years of experience and CFP® certification, making her well-equipped to address retirement income needs near Torrance, CA. Her independent firm provides flat-fee and hourly consulting, focusing on budget analysis, tax projections, and asset allocation with client-directed rebalancing, distinguishing her from advisors who may rely on discretionary management or custody of assets.
Experience: 46 years
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Daniel G
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63
Torrance, CA
Ameriprise
Daniel Gracy specializes in income planning and retirement income strategies, including Social Security optimization and withdrawal strategies, making him well-suited for clients approaching retirement in Torrance, CA. With 30 years of experience at Ameriprise, a large firm offering tax-efficient income planning and a 0.15% AUM fee, he provides tailored, research-backed advice supported by automated tools and a dedicated committee.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Mark M
CFP®, Series 66
Torrance, CA
Fidelity
Mark Mcdonough specializes in income planning and retirement withdrawal strategies, making him well-suited for managing steady cash flow in Torrance, CA. With 19 years of experience and CFP® certification at Fidelity, a large firm, he offers comprehensive retirement income strategy and wealth management, supported by a personal approach and regular plan reviews.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Dayla C
CFP®, Series 66
Lomita, CA
MissionSquare Retirement
Dayla Cabeza De Vaca specializes in income planning and retirement withdrawal strategies, supported by 20 years of experience and CFP® certification, making her well-equipped to address income planning needs in the Torrance area. Working with MissionSquare Retirement, which serves government and non-profit clients with deferred compensation and qualified plans, she offers a 0.50% AUM fee and independent advice, distinguishing her from advisors focused on broader client types or fee structures.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $141,650
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Gregory M
CFP®, Series 63
Hermosa Beach, CA
New Wave Financial Services
Gregory Meyer offers income planning expertise with CFP® certification and 11 years of experience, serving clients near Torrance from Hermosa Beach. His firm uses a Core + Satellite and Modern Portfolio Theory approach, focusing on tax-efficient strategies and low-turnover investments, and provides flexible fee options including flat fees and hourly rates, catering to high-net-worth individuals and small businesses.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $1,761,950
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