Seasoned financial advisors working with clients approaching retirement in Utah
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 approaching retirement and wondering how to balance income needs with preserving your savings. A common mistake is focusing only on investment returns without planning for the timing and sources of your retirement income.
- Income sequencing. Ask how they plan withdrawals from different accounts to minimize taxes and extend your savings.
- Social Security timing. Confirm if they help decide when to start benefits to maximize your lifetime income.
- Healthcare cost planning. Check if they account for Medicare premiums and potential long-term care expenses in your budget.
- Legacy considerations. See if they discuss how your retirement plan affects what you leave to heirs or charities.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brent L
CFP®, Series 63
Mapleton, UT
Cetera
Brent Larsen's 36 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to assist those approaching retirement in Utah, particularly with income sequencing and Social Security timing. Affiliated with Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and financial planning services, he provides flat-fee and hourly consulting options, distinguishing him from advisors with purely asset-based fees and smaller firm resources.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Stanford S
Series 63, Series 66
Eden, UT
UBS Financial Services
Stanford Smith is well-equipped to assist those approaching retirement in Utah, offering expertise in general retirement planning, cash flow management, and equity compensation tax strategies. With 38 years of experience at UBS Financial Services, a large firm known for institutional trading and wealth management, he serves high-net-worth clients including executives and business owners, providing a blend of personalized advice and robust firm resources.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $693,691
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Gary C
Series 66
Draper, UT
Ameriprise
Gary Christensen specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making him well-suited for individuals approaching retirement in Utah. With 21 years of experience at Ameriprise, a large firm offering comprehensive retirement-income planning and tax-efficient strategies, he provides personalized recommendations and manages a modest 0.15% AUM fee, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms or with less extensive resources.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $471,167
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Blake E
Series 63, Series 66
Salt Lake City, UT
TIAA-CREF
Blake Earl specializes in assisting those approaching retirement, offering expertise in income sequencing and Social Security timing to help balance income needs with savings preservation. Based in Salt Lake City with 35 years of experience at TIAA-CREF, he serves high-net-worth clients and educators, providing tailored retirement plans and estate guidance with a 0.30% annual fee, distinguishing him through his large-firm resources and deep local involvement.
Experience: 35 years
Avg account: $523,144
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Kyle C
Series 63, Series 65
Salt Lake City, UT
Equitable Advisors
Kyle Christensen specializes in retirement income strategy and Social Security optimization, making him well-suited for those approaching retirement in Utah. With 32 years of experience at a large firm, he serves high-net-worth baby boomers and offers flexible fee structures including AUM and hourly rates, distinguishing him from advisors who may focus on smaller client bases or different fee models.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $570,841
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