There are hundreds of financial professionals in your area. However, choosing the right advisor that understands your financial situation and meets your needs may be quite daunting. WiserAdvisor has a network of vetted financial advisors and advisory firms and has listed them below. You can find the details of each advisor, such as their qualifications, service offerings, etc., that you could use while searching for the financial advisor that best suits your financial and investment goals.
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Paradise Valley
has
7
WiserAdvisor vetted Financial Planners and Advisors on the online list below for you to
choose from and
1
non-vetted advisors in your local area. These financial advisors in
Paradise Valley,
Arizona
have an average of
21
years of experience.
NOTE: The list of vetted financial
advisors in
Paradise Valley,
Arizona
mentioned below does not include all the advisors in our network due
to their compliance listing restrictions. More vetted advisors may
be available when you use our free match service
to compare financial advisors near you in
Paradise Valley, Arizona.
Financial Advisor | Experience | AUM | Minimum Assets | Fee Structure |
---|---|---|---|---|
19 Years | Not Specified | $250,000 | Fee-Based | |
15 Years | $10,000,000,000 | $250,000 | Fee-Only | |
Bruce Hosler
EA, CFP®, CPWA®, AIF®, CEPA® HOSLER WEALTH MANAGEMENT 7400 E Pinnacle Peak Rd, Suite #100, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 |
26 Years | Not Specified | $1,000,000 | Fee-Based |
Not Disclosed | Not Specified | $100,000 | Not Specified | |
Not Disclosed | Not Specified | Not Specified | Not Specified | |
Jason Smith
CFP® BERTHEL FISHER FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. AND BFC PLANNING INC 64 E Broadway Rd., Ste. 200, Tempe, AZ 85282 |
25 Years | $0 | $20,000 | Fee-Based |
Aaron C. Montez
CFP® VALIDUS FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES 8877 West Union Hills Drive Suite 540, Peoria, AZ 85382 |
22 Years | $350,000,000 | $100,000 | Fee-Based |
Qualifications
CRD# 5602416
Firm CRD# 226708
Series 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Flat Fee, Based on Assets
Office Location
7001 N. Scottsdale Road,
Suite 2055,
Scottsdale,
AZ
85253
Phone Number
480-494-2750
Through in-depth education, customized financial planning and undivided financial advisor attention, Bayntree Wealth Advisors will help you make the right financial decisions to put you in position to meet your income and wealth needs, and live comfortably in your retirement years. Bayntree Wealth Advisors provides comprehensive financial planning and wealth management in Scottsdale, AZ. The Bayntree Wealth team specializes in all aspects of your financial health including retirement planning, risk management, investment advice, tax strategies and asset protection.
Advisory Services Provided:
Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 5592136
Firm CRD# 326261
Series 7, 63, 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Only, Based on Assets
Office Location
5118 North Granite Reef Road,
Scottsdale,
AZ
85250
Phone Number
480-702-1143
Trent began investing in stocks at the age of 12 and is passionate about helping his clients have peace of mind, optimizing returns while minimizing risk, fees, and taxes. His background includes experience as a life insurance agent, tax preparer, and financial advisor with over a decade working with high net worth and ultra high net worth households. He credits his law degree to helping him develop critical thinking skills that he employs regularly to the benefit of his clients. He is enthusiastic about serving clients as an independent advisor because it removes any loyalties or incentives that would conflict with his fiduciary duty to his clients.
Get personalized, tax-focused financial planning in-person or from the convenience of your home.
Advisory Services Provided:
Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Investment Advice & Management, Tax Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 2581041
Firm CRD# 8032
Series 7, 63, 65, 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Hourly, Commissions, Flat Fee, Based on Assets
Office Location
7400 E Pinnacle Peak Rd,
Suite #100,
Scottsdale,
AZ
85255
Phone Number
480-994-7342
Bruce Hosler is the founder and principal at Hosler Wealth Management, LLC (HWM). With offices in Scottsdale and Prescott Arizona, he has been in practice since 1997. Bruce uses a consultative wealth management process with his clients. He combines both his tax knowledge as an Enrolled Agent (EA), and his financial planning knowledge as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, including his Ed Slott Master Elite IRA recognition to provide synergistic advanced planning strategies for his clients.
As an Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®), Bruce has a thorough knowledge of fiduciary best practices and applies this to his primary focus of serving retirees, soon to retire and those who have lost their spouses (widows and widowers) to protect and preserve their wealth.
To get to know Bruce and learn a bit more, listen to his new podcast by visiting his website or search "Protecting & Preserving Wealth" on your favorite audio streaming service! Listen Here
At Hosler Wealth Management (HWM), we know you work hard for your money. That's why we take our responsibility as your financial advisor so seriously. We're here to help you get better results than you would on your own. Our secret weapons? Tax planning for life, combined with financial planning, IRA & Retirement Planning, and Investment Management with Estate Planning - together provide a holistic solution towards pursuing your financial and life goals. When working with HWM, you'll experience our proprietary approach to helping you plan for your future. You can expect prudent financial planning; advanced tax strategies; and an integrated customized financial plan that addresses the most important aspects of your life. Bruce Hosler is dually registered as a registered representative and investment adviser representative of Commonwealth Financial Network. In these roles, Bruce Hosler is able to offer two types of accounts: brokerage accounts and asset management accounts. When serving as your advisor on a brokerage account, Bruce Hosler is required to act in accordance with the requirements of Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI). When serving as your advisor on an asset management account, Bruce Hosler is required to act in a fiduciary capacity. We have a number of ways to serve and accommodate you for your convenience; via phone call, email or (Zoom) video conferencing with screen share technology.
Advisory Services Provided:
Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Tax Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 4953236
Firm CRD# 6413
Office Location
8502 E. Princess Dr. #230,
Scottsdale,
AZ
85255
Phone Number
623-825-1020
Ryan Kidd, Senior Partner with Validus Financial Associates, first launched his career as an Evaluator at a Nuclear Power Plant. This afforded him the chance to develop his aptitude for communication and leadership. He later channeled this unique skillset into his passion for finance as he embarked on a career in retirement planning for Utility/Nuclear Power Plant employees. Ryan's client base grew as he helped build a better financial future and transition his clients into retirement. Ryan is a Certified Retirement Counselor® who is committed to helping individuals and business owners with Financial/Retirement Planning, Estate Planning Strategies and Business Succession Planning. Ryan Kidd received his bachelor's degree in Business Administration, a master's degree in Counseling and a Certificate in Retirement Planning from Wharton. In addition to education, he holds Series 7, 66 and 24 registrations and Life and Health licenses. His dedication and success in the financial service industry has led to many awards. His dedication to his clients has led him to author his first book "The Art of Retiring Whole", a non-financial guide to retiring with purpose, productivity and endless possibilities.
Validus Financial Associates provides you access to a highly experienced group of professionals who provide a collaborative approach to help you toward realizing your stated goals. We help you define your vision for the future and create a clear, concise course of action to optimize your potential for financial success. Additionally, as part of your financial plan we will factor in all aspects of your financial situation including how taxes, timing and other factors may affect your portfolio now and in the future.
Qualifications
Firm CRD# 7691
Office Location
2555 East Camelback Road,
Suite 900,
Phoenix,
AZ
85016
Phone Number
310-213-3991
We believe the best financial approach is the one that helps you pursue your goals. That's why, from the start, we talk about your aspirations and encourage you to ask questions about issues that matter most to you. Worried about managing future health care expenses? College on the horizon? Considering the sale of a business or purchase of a home? Preparing to pass your wealth to future generations? With access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America, I will work with you to develop an approach designed to help address your financial needs.
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Understanding your life priorities is an important part of how I work with the clients I serve. It's not just about markets and returns, it's about what matters most to you. I welcome the opportunity to show you how we can work together to create a financial approach designed around you, your goals and your aspirations.
Qualifications
CRD# 2518521
Series 7, 63, 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Commissions, Based on Assets
Office Location
64 E Broadway Rd.,
Ste. 200,
Tempe,
AZ
85282
Phone Number
623-203-7003
University of Michigan, B.A. in Economics 1994; Indiana University, M.S. in Finance, 2016; Boston College, Certificate in Financial Planning 2008; Fuller Theological Seminary, M.A. in Theology, 2009
Advisory Services Provided:
Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Investment Advice & Management
Qualifications
CRD# 4108246
Firm CRD# 6413
Series 6, 7, 24, 63, 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Based on Assets
Office Location
8877 West Union Hills Drive Suite 540,
Peoria,
AZ
85382
Phone Number
623-825-1020
Aaron Montez, Senior Partner with Validus Financial Associates, chose to be a financial professional as his desired profession early in life. After graduating with a finance degree from Arizona State University, Aaron was able to grow a client base helping individuals and business owners with their financial, education and retirement planning, estate planning strategies, and business succession planning. As a benefit to his clients Aaron sought and received a Certificate in Retirement Planning from Wharton School and holds Series 7, 63, 65 and 24 registrations as well as Life and Health Licenses. In 2003, Aaron was asked to join his firm's management team where he was eventually promoted to the Senior Vice President of the Southwest Branch. While in management, Aaron oversaw the hiring, training, development and mentoring of new advisors to the firm. This position not only allowed him to further develop his adeptness for leadership and communication but, more importantly, he also gained valuable experience working with complex client situations. He has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANER™ practitioner certification and is a member of the local Financial Planning Association. His success in the financial industry has been recognized and has led to many prestigious awards since 2002. Aaron and his wife Olivia have 5 children (Zachary, Dallin, Brigham, Keaton and Ella). Aaron's hobby IS his family so he spends any and all free time with them. He enjoys fishing, coaching his kids and supporting his wife and children in their various activities. Community service has always been a priority for Aaron. He is an active volunteer with the local BSA program and serves in several capacities with his church. We appreciate your time and interest in Validus Financial Associates.
Validus Financial Associates provides you access to a highly experienced group of professionals who provide a collaborative approach to help you toward realizing your stated goals. We help you define your vision for the future and create a clear, concise course of action to optimize your potential for financial success. Additionally, as part of your financial plan we will factor in all aspects of your financial situation including how taxes, timing and other factors may affect your portfolio now and in the future.
Advisory Services Provided:
Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Estate Planning & Trusts
Financial advisors in Arizona typically offer specialized guidance, advice, and a variety of financial services including financial planning, creating investment strategies, wealth management, retirement planning, estate planning, and more. To further explore how financial advisors listed on our directory for the state of Arizona can support you, learn more about the different types of financial advisors and their areas of expertise.
When choosing a financial advisor, it's best to look at their qualifications, credentials (CFP, ChFCs, CFAs, etc.), and years of experience, and assess the range of services they offer. You also want to look into their communication style, understand their fee structure, check client references and reviews, and ensure they have a fiduciary duty to put your best interest ahead of their own. To learn more, read the guide on choosing the best financial advisor.
Fees for financial advisors in Arizona vary depending on factors such as the advisor's experience, services provided, and the fee structure they use. Common fee structures include a percentage of assets under management (AUM), hourly rates, commission-only, or a combination. A fee-only compensation method can typically be approx. 1.02% of the assets an advisor is managing, while hourly rates may range from $100 to $400 or more, based on the complexity of the services offered. It is essential to understand and compare fee structures when selecting a financial advisor to ensure they align with your financial goals and preferences. To get a better understanding of how financial advisors charge and the factors influencing their fees, read more on what are the costs of hiring a financial advisor.
As you work with a financial advisor, you can benefit from their extensive knowledge and experience. This can result in you gaining some peace of mind knowing that your financial future is being overseen and managed by an experienced financial professional. Working with a financial advisor can also save you time managing your finances, help minimize investment risks, and potentially increase your investment returns as they can also help you identify areas of financial weakness and recommend strategies for improvement. To learn more, read The Benefits Of Working With A Financial Advisor.
To find a qualified financial advisor in Arizona, it is important to first determine the type of advisor that suits your financial needs. Consider if you need help with retirement planning, investment management, estate planning, wealth management, or financial planning. Once you identify your needs, we recommend that you begin your search for an advisor who meets your requirements by utilizing our directory of financial advisors in Arizona. Additionally, you can use the free financial advisor match tool to find financial advisors matched to your specific needs.
Many financial advisors in Arizona are also tax professionals or work closely with tax professionals to help clients with tax planning and preparation. These professionals can help you identify tax-saving strategies and recommend tax-efficient investment options by analyzing your current tax situation. However, the WiserAdvisor directory for the state of Arizona may not include advisors that specialize in taxes. In the "Advisory Services Provided" section, you will be able to confirm if tax advice and tax preparation services are among the services an advisor offers.
When selecting a financial advisor in Arizona, look for some common credentials like the Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), etc. These designations indicate that the advisor has undergone rigorous training and testing in the field of financial planning and is committed to upholding high ethical standards. To ensure you are making an informed decision while picking an advisor, explore the 6 common financial advisor certifications you need to know. To further explore the various credentials an advisor can hold, read more about advisor designations.
To find a fee-only financial advisor in Arizona, you can use our online directory of pre-screened and vetted fee-only financial advisors. Fee-only advisors in our network operate as fiduciaries, which means they do not receive commissions for selling specific financial products. This can help ensure that the advice you receive is unbiased and in your best interests. Additionally, we recommend using the free financial advisor match tool to find financial advisors matched to your specific needs, as well as asking for recommendations from friends, family, or colleagues who have worked with a fee-only financial advisor in the past.