Flat-fee, retirement withdrawal strategies 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 down your retirement savings without running out of money too soon. A common mistake is not accounting for Texas's unique tax landscape, where no state income tax means federal taxes and property taxes play a bigger role in your net income.
- Withdrawal sequencing. Ask how they plan which accounts to tap first to balance taxes and cash flow over time.
- Tax impact modeling. Confirm they consider federal income tax, property tax, and sales tax effects on your retirement income.
- Longevity planning. See if they build strategies that adapt as your spending needs and tax situation change.
- Flat-fee clarity. Understand exactly what services are included in their flat fee to avoid surprises later.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Christopher M
CFP®, Series 63
New Braunfels, TX
GWN Securities Inc.
Christopher McManus specializes in retirement withdrawal strategies and offers flat-fee financial planning, making him well-suited for managing retirement income in Texas's unique tax environment. With 22 years of experience and a CFP® certification, he works at GWN Securities Inc., a large firm providing discretionary managed accounts and diverse investment programs, which may offer broader resources compared to smaller practices.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $125,430
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David M
CFP®, Series 63
Austin, TX
ENZI Wealth
David Martinez specializes in retirement withdrawal strategies, making him well-suited to help clients in Texas navigate tax-efficient retirement income planning without state income tax. His 32 years of experience, CFP® certification, and role as managing partner of a tax firm provide a strong foundation for integrating tax impact modeling and withdrawal sequencing. Unlike some advisors, he offers flat-fee financial planning up to $100,000 annually and serves high-net-worth clients, adding value for those seeking comprehensive, fee-transparent guidance.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $2,026,745
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Ari T
CFP®, Series 66
Austin, TX
Root Financial Partners
Ari Taublieb specializes in retirement withdrawal strategies and offers flat-fee financial planning, making him well-suited for managing retirement income in Texas's unique tax environment. With seven years of experience and CFP® certification, he works at Root Financial Partners, which serves high-net-worth clients using a primarily passive investment approach with diversified index funds and ETFs, differentiating him from advisors with more active strategies or different fee structures.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $2,512,954
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Benedict J
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Austin, TX
Gap Financial Services
Benedict Johnson specializes in retirement withdrawal strategies with a flat-fee financial planning option between $3,000 and $10,000, making him well-suited for managing retirement income in Texas's unique tax environment. With 28 years of experience, CFP® and ChFC® designations, and a focus on high-net-worth clients, he offers comprehensive planning through GAP Financial Services, which emphasizes passive portfolio construction and access to outside managers, distinguishing him from other advisors.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $1,408,068
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Patrick F
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Dallas, TX
Freeman Wealth Management
Patrick Freeman specializes in retirement withdrawal strategies with a focus on Texas clients, offering flat-fee financial planning that includes ongoing and project-based services. His firm combines passive and active investment approaches and serves high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, and employer plan sponsors, providing a broad range of retirement and pension consulting expertise that distinguishes him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $1,181,818
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