Seasoned, options & derivatives strategies financial advisors in Vermont
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 trade options or use derivatives to manage risk or enhance returns, you need an advisor who understands the complex mechanics and tax implications involved. Without deep experience, it's easy to misprice risk or overlook how these strategies affect your overall portfolio.
- Strategy customization. Ask how they tailor options and derivatives approaches to your specific goals and risk tolerance, rather than applying generic models.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they explain how gains, losses, and expiration events affect your tax situation, including short-term versus long-term treatment.
- Risk management focus. Look for advisors who prioritize controlling downside risk and stress-test strategies under different market conditions.
- Experience depth. Seasoned advisors here bring decades of navigating market cycles and regulatory changes affecting options and derivatives.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Meredith A
ChFC®, Series 63
Morgan, VT
Equity Services, inc.
Meredith Augustoni's 42 years of experience and ChFC® credential equip her to handle complex options and derivatives strategies, especially for clients in Vermont seeking seasoned guidance. Working with Equity Services, Inc., a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning and a mix of proprietary and third-party investment platforms, she also brings expertise in retirement plans for business owners and passive investing, distinguishing her from advisors focused solely on derivatives.
Experience: 42 years
Avg account: $221,971
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Bryan B
Series 66
South Burlington, VT
B.W. Belisle Planning & Strategy Company LLC
Bryan Belisle's 25 years of experience and specialization in options and derivatives strategies make him well-equipped to handle complex trading and risk management needs in Vermont. His independent firm offers flat-fee financial planning and serves high-net-worth clients, emphasizing customized investment strategies with a mix of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, which distinguishes him from others by combining deep market insight with personalized service.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $557,099
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Anne D
CFA®, Series 65
Burlington, VT
Hanson & Doremus Investment Management
Anne Doremus brings 29 years of experience in options and derivatives strategies, making her well-equipped to handle complex risk management and tax implications in Vermont. As an independent CFA® charterholder at Hanson & Doremus Investment Management, she serves high-net-worth clients with a blend of passive and active portfolio management, charging a 0.85% AUM fee and offering negotiable hourly rates for planning services.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $1,714,953
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Michael A
Series 63, Series 65
Townshend, VT
Archer Investment Corporation
Michael Adrian III brings 28 years of experience managing options and derivatives strategies, making him well-equipped to handle complex risk and tax considerations in Vermont. His firm, Archer Investment Corporation, manages $900 million with diversified portfolios including equities, fixed income, and options, offering a flat 0.50% management fee for The Archer Funds, which may appeal to clients seeking cost-effective, seasoned guidance with a focus on active portfolio management.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $180,377
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Todd W
CFA®, Series 65
Burlington, VT
Rock Point Advisors, LLC
Todd Wulfson brings 27 years of experience and a CFA® designation, specializing in options and derivatives strategies tailored to high-net-worth clients in Vermont. His firm, Rock Point Advisors, manages $560 million with a focus on discretionary portfolio management using fundamental analysis and ESG screens, charging a 1.20% AUM fee, which may appeal to those seeking an independent advisor with deep expertise and a comprehensive investment approach.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $2,618,159
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