Seasoned financial advisors working with retirees in Washington
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 retirement income, healthcare costs, or estate planning as you settle into this new phase of life. Without focused experience, advisors can overlook how these elements interact, leading to gaps in your financial security.
- Income sustainability. Ask how they plan withdrawals to balance your spending needs with preserving assets over your lifetime.
- Healthcare cost planning. Confirm they consider long-term care and Medicare expenses, which can significantly impact your budget.
- Estate and legacy goals. Discuss how they integrate your wishes for passing wealth with tax implications and beneficiary designations.
- Experience with retirement transitions. Seasoned advisors often anticipate challenges unique to retirees, such as Social Security timing and pension options.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Katheryne M
Series 63, Series 65
Shelton, WA
LPL Financial
Katheryne Mcmillan's 28 years of experience and focus on retired clients in Washington equip her to address retirement income, healthcare costs, and estate planning challenges effectively. Operating through LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive resources, she offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting, which may appeal to retirees seeking transparent pricing and comprehensive wealth management services.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Michael P
Series 63, Series 65
Bellingham, WA
&PARTNERS
Michael Perry's 29 years of experience and focus on wealth management and estate consulting make him well-suited to address retirement income sustainability and legacy planning for retirees in Washington. Operating within the large firm PARTNERS, he offers flat-fee financial planning and integrates active portfolio management with options strategies, providing a comprehensive approach compared to advisors with narrower specialties or different fee structures.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $384,909
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Ralph K
Series 63, Series 65
Tacoma, WA
Cetera
Ralph Kowal's 26 years of experience and focus on retired clients in Washington make him well-equipped to address retirement income, healthcare costs, and estate planning challenges. Operating within Cetera, a large firm offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, he provides flat-fee financial planning and consulting, distinguishing him from advisors who may rely solely on asset-based fees.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Kim F
Series 63, Series 65
Bellevue, WA
Wells Fargo Clearing
Kim Fox's extensive 44 years of experience and focus on retired clients in Washington make him well-equipped to address retirement income sustainability, healthcare cost planning, and estate goals. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Clearing, a large firm offering IPS-driven, modern portfolio theory-based investment strategies including insurance vehicles, he serves high-net-worth clients with a flat-fee and AUM fee structure, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee models.
Experience: 45 years
Avg account: $475,575
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Randall K
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Issaquah, WA
Merit Financial Advisors
Randall Kim's extensive 47 years of experience and ChFC® designation equip him to address retirement-specific challenges such as income sustainability and healthcare cost planning for retirees in Washington. Operating from Merit Financial Advisors, a firm managing $10.6 billion with a long-term, diversified investment approach, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning options, distinguishing him with flexible fee structures and a personalized investment strategy.
Experience: 48 years
Avg account: $897,421
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