Seasoned financial advisors working with mid-career professionals in Virginia
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 navigating a career peak with growing income, family needs, or planning for future financial goals. Without focused guidance, it's easy to overlook how your evolving priorities affect your investment and savings strategies.
- Income growth management. Look for advisors who understand how to adjust your financial plan as your salary and bonuses increase.
- Family and lifestyle changes. Confirm how they incorporate expenses like education, housing, and healthcare into your long-term plan.
- Mid-career risk assessment. Ask how they balance growth opportunities with protecting your assets during this pivotal stage.
- Retirement trajectory. Ensure they help you align your current savings with realistic retirement goals, considering your unique Virginia market and career path.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Branden B
Series 63, Series 65
Lynchburg, VA
Merrill
Branden Brooks is well-equipped to support mid-career professionals in Virginia with his 34 years of wealth management experience and specialties including retirement income strategy and college savings plans. Based in Lynchburg and affiliated with Merrill Lynch, he offers a holistic financial planning approach and serves affluent families, including executives and business owners, with a fee structure of 1.10% AUM for managed strategies under $2 million.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Christopher P
Series 63, Series 65
Charlottesville, VA
TIAA-CREF
Christopher Paoletti is well-equipped to support mid-career professionals in Virginia, leveraging 25 years of experience and specialties in retirement plans for business owners and estate planning guidance. Based in Charlottesville with TIAA-CREF, a large firm known for fiduciary standards, he serves high-net-worth clients and offers a 0.30% annual AUM fee, distinguishing him through a blend of seasoned expertise and tailored financial planning services.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $523,144
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Clifford W
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Williamsburg, VA
First Command Advisory Services
Clifford Weddington is well-equipped to support mid-career professionals in Virginia with over 22 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® certifications, focusing on wealth management and active portfolio strategies. Operating from a large firm, he offers a comprehensive service platform including financial planning and discretionary asset management, with a 1.30% AUM fee, distinguishing him through structured, advisor-led coaching and a strong local presence in Williamsburg.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $214,697
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Sharon L
Series 63, Series 65
McLean, VA
UBS Financial Services
Sharon Lafever's 31 years of experience and focus on mid-career professionals make her well-equipped to manage income growth, family expenses, and retirement planning for those in Virginia. Working with UBS Financial Services, a large firm known for combining brokerage and advisory services, she offers tailored strategies including equity compensation tax planning, serving high-net-worth executives and business owners in McLean, VA.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $693,691
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Daniel P
CFA®, Series 63, Series 65
Norfolk, VA
Clearstead; Clearstead Advisory Solutions
Daniel Powell's 21 years of experience and CFA® credential equip him to guide mid-career professionals in Virginia through income growth and retirement planning challenges. Working at Clearstead, a large firm managing $33.9 billion, he offers flat-fee financial planning starting at $3,500 and specializes in private investments and derivatives, differentiating him with advanced strategies and services for high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $4,937,055
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