Top annuities financial advisors in Waukesha, WI

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're considering annuities to secure steady income in retirement, you need an advisor who understands the nuances of these contracts. A common mistake is focusing solely on immediate payouts without considering long-term fees and flexibility.

  • Pension integration. Ask how they coordinate annuities with your public pension benefits to avoid overlapping income streams.
  • Fee transparency. Confirm they clearly explain all charges, including surrender fees and administrative costs, which can erode returns.
  • Product suitability. Ensure they evaluate whether fixed, variable, or indexed annuities fit your retirement goals and risk tolerance.
  • Income planning. Look for advisors who model how annuity payments interact with other income sources over time, not just initial payouts.

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Erik S

Series 63, Series 65

Waukesha, WI

Independent Financial partners

Erik Swenson is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 45 years of industry experience. He has worked with IFP Securities, LLC since 2019 and has been affiliated with Independent Financial Partners since 2010. Outside of advisory work, he owns Quantum Solutions, Inc., a company that sells fixed annuities and occasional life insurance policies, and he is the owner of Dream's Life and Wellness Center, which offers life coaching and spiritual healing. He also serves on the board of the Dreams Faith Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on enhancing lives globally. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving a broad client base and offers both decentralized investment strategies and centralized asset management options, with notable capabilities in retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting.

Retirement income strategy Tax-loss harvesting Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired
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Jordan H

Series 66

Waukesha, WI

LPL Financial

Jordan Hopp is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at SII Investments, Inc. for five years before joining LPL Financial in 2018. Outside of advising, Hopp is employed as a carpenter with Ironwood Builders in Waukesha, WI. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and nonprofits. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing model portfolios and research from both internal and third-party sources.

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)
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Kathy L

Series 66

Waukesha, WI

Ameriprise

Kathy Ledvina is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Waukesha, WI, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Ledvina serves on the boards of Novitas Solutions Inc., GuideWell Source, and First Coast Service Options, Inc., where she holds roles including Audit and Compliance Committee Chairperson. Ameriprise offers retirement-income planning services targeting clients with significant investable assets, combining research and modeling to provide tax-efficient, non-discretionary recommendations. As a large institutional firm, it delivers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through affiliated entities.

Retirement income strategy Income planning Social Security optimization Retirement withdrawal strategies Approaching retirement
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Justin D

Series 65

Waukesha, WI

Domo Capital Management, LLC

Justin Dopierala is a financial advisor at Domo Capital Management, LLC with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Domo Capital Management since 2007. His prior work experience includes FedEx Services and operating Dopierala Holdings, LLC. Domo Capital Management is a small, discretionary investment adviser managing approximately $18.1 million primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm employs a value-oriented, concentrated all-cap strategy focused on long-term investments in a limited number of positions, supported by a disciplined research process and strategic use of cash and hedging.

Concentrated stock management
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Miracle H

CFP®, Series 63, Series 66

Waukesha, WI

Cetera

Miracle Hexom is a CFP® professional with 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera and its related entities since 2012 and also works with Waukesha State Bank. Hexom engages in the sale of fixed insurance products through the bank’s insurance agency. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser that serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with various portfolio management options across discretionary and non-discretionary programs.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Craig M

Series 63, Series 65

Columbia, SC

Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC

Craig Mcdaniel Jr. is a financial advisor with Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC in Columbia, SC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Capital Investment Group, Inc. and The McDaniel Corporation since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in life insurance sales and serves as an independent agent for annuities and related products. Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and supervisory services to individuals, retirement plans, corporations, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers customized investment management through discretionary mandates, third-party managers, and private-label model portfolios, using a blend of analytical methods with ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Active portfolio management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Annuities Options & derivatives strategies Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Elanna G

CFP®, Series 66

Cleveland, OH

Cambridge Investment Research Advisors

Elanna Gould is a CFP® professional with six years of experience, currently advising at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Cleveland, OH. Her background includes roles at PepsiCo and The Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Center, as well as academic experience at The Ohio State University. She is also an independent insurance agent for various companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals. The firm provides a range of portfolio management options, proprietary and third-party strategies, and various custody platforms tailored to client objectives.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Retirement income strategy Annuities Self-Employed
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Cassandra S

Series 63, Series 65

Plano, TX

Financial & Tax Architects, LLC

Cassandra Sanchez is a financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Fisher Investments, TIAA, US Health Advisors, and various other firms. Sanchez also had involvement with Drunken Donkey, reflecting experience outside the financial sector. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm offers proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” that use ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with accounts reviewed monthly and customizable strategies to meet client needs.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Annuities Income planning General tax planning Retired
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Marshall B

Series 66

Cabot, AR

Paladin Investment Advisors

Marshall Butler is a Series 66-registered financial advisor at Paladin Investment Advisors with eight years of industry experience. He has held roles at several firms including Veritas Independent Partners, Pinnacle Wealth Management, and Edward Jones. Butler is a part owner of Pinnacle Consultants, where he is involved in the sale of insurance products. Paladin Investment Advisors provides customized investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, business owners, nonprofit charities, foundations, and sponsors of ERISA-qualified retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $49.5 million in discretionary assets and employs a holistic wealth management approach using active, passive, or blended strategies.

Real estate investing Annuities Options & derivatives strategies
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Isaiah E

Series 63, Series 66

Tulsa, OK

Eagle Strategies (NY Life)

Isaiah Edison is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Tulsa, OK, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with Eagle Strategies since 2013 and operates Edison Financial Group, LLC, through which he manages insurance and advisory services. Edison is also involved as a shareholder in NYLARC Holding Company, which reinsures life insurance policies he writes, and he holds a personal investment in cryptocurrency. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse client base including individual investors and institutional clients, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm offers multiple program types and emphasizes customizing recommendations to meet client and plan sponsor objectives, with the majority of its assets managed on a non-discretionary basis.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive

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