Seasoned, retirement income strategy financial advisors in Texas
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.
You might be planning how to draw income from your savings and investments in retirement, aiming to make your money last without running short. A common mistake is not accounting for Texas's unique tax landscape, where no state income tax doesn't mean low overall taxes due to property and sales taxes.
- Federal and property tax balance. Look for advisors who model both federal income tax and Texas property taxes to avoid surprises.
- Income sequencing insight. Ask how they plan your withdrawals to minimize tax impact and maintain steady cash flow.
- Experience with Texas retirees. Confirm they understand local cost-of-living factors and tax nuances affecting retirees in Texas.
- Long-term income planning. Ensure they consider how your income needs and tax situation may evolve over decades, not just the short term.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Jeffrey A
Series 63
Houston, TX
Ameriprise
Jeffrey Abel specializes in retirement income strategy with 27 years of experience, focusing on income planning, Social Security optimization, and withdrawal strategies for those approaching retirement in Texas. Working at Ameriprise, a large firm offering detailed retirement-income planning and tax-efficient withdrawal advice, he serves clients with managed assets and charges a 0.15% AUM fee, distinguishing him through comprehensive modeling and tax analysis.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Jerald L
Series 63
San Antonio, TX
Frost Investment Services
Jerald Liesman specializes in retirement income strategy with 33 years of experience, making him well-equipped to help Texas retirees plan income sequencing and tax impacts. Based in San Antonio, he offers discretionary portfolio management and integrates tax and ESG overlay services through Frost Investment Services, providing a research-driven approach that balances federal and property tax considerations unique to Texas.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $708,997
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John R
CFP®, Series 66
Irving, TX
Cottonwood Capital Advisors
John Rubottom Jr. specializes in retirement income strategy with 22 years of experience and holds CFP® and Series 66 designations, making him well-equipped to address Texas retirees' unique tax and income sequencing challenges. His firm, Cottonwood Capital Advisors, offers flat or negotiable fees and serves high-net-worth clients, employing a mix of asset allocation and quantitative analysis, including private fund investments in oil and gas, which may appeal to those seeking diversified retirement income planning.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $1,549,001
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Mark C
Series 63, Series 65
College Station, TX
Cambridge Investment Research Advisors
Mark Cangelose specializes in retirement income strategy with 33 years of experience, making him well-equipped to address the complexities of retirement planning in Texas, including tax considerations and income sequencing. Operating from Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, a large firm, he offers flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, serving retired executives and business owners, which may provide a broader perspective compared to advisors focused solely on individual investors.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $378,281
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Steven C
Series 63, Series 65
Amarillo, TX
Merrill
Steven Cox specializes in retirement income strategy with nearly three decades of experience, making him well-equipped to help Texas retirees navigate income sequencing and tax implications unique to the state. Based in Amarillo and affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, he serves diverse clients including business owners and medical professionals, offering a 1.10% AUM fee and a disciplined investment approach focused on asset growth and preservation.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $860,085
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