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.
We have been in business for the last 2 decades and constantly update and maintain a highly trusted directory of vetted fiduciary advisors that meet rigorous standards.
Napa
has
12
WiserAdvisor vetted Financial Planners and Advisors for you to
choose from and
37
non-vetted advisors in your local area. These financial advisors in
Napa
,
California
have an average of
18
years of experience.
NOTE: The list of financial
advisors in
Napa
,
California
mentioned below do 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
Napa
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Qualified Financial Advisors in Napa, California | ||||
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Financial Advisor | Experience | AUM | Minimum Assets | Fee Structure |
Michael Geitner
CFP® VINTAGE WEALTH ADVISORS 700 Main St, Napa, CA 94559 |
13 | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based |
Cynthia Leal
Certificate in Blockchain and Digital Assets℠, CRPC® EDELMAN FINANCIAL ENGINES, LLC 3950 Civic Center Drive,, San Rafael, CA 94903 |
17 | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based |
David Roggenkamp
ChFC® COMMONWEALTH FINANCIAL NETWORK 700 Larkspur Landing Circle, Suite 199, Larkspur, CA 94939 |
31 | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based |
Mark Palmer
CFP®, Certificate in Blockchain and Digital Assets℠ EDELMAN FINANCIAL ENGINES, LLC 2175 North California Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 |
27 | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based |
Personal Capital
PERSONAL CAPITAL ADVISORS CORPORATION 250 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94104 |
11 | $15,000,000,000 | $100,000 | Fee-Based |
Ken Sakamoto
CRPC® EDELMAN FINANCIAL ENGINES, LLC 4301 Hacienda Drive, Suite 100, Pleasanton, CA 94588 |
41 | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based |
Janet Wan
CFP®, CPFA SIERRA PACIFIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS 7077 Koll Center Parkway, suite 120, Pleasanton, CA 94566 |
Not Disclosed | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Only |
Personal Capital
PERSONAL CAPITAL ADVISORS CORPORATION 3 Lagoon Drive, Redwood City, CA 94065 |
11 | $15,000,000,000 | $100,000 | Fee-Based |
Zach Lindemann
CFP® EDELMAN FINANCIAL ENGINES, LLC 1112 Galleria Boulevard Suite 1602901 Douglas Blvd Suite 250, Roseville, CA 95661 |
8 | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based |
Eddie Lee
EDELMAN FINANCIAL ENGINES, LLC 3945 Freedom Circle, Suite 950, Santa Clara, CA 95054 |
16 | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based |
Qualifications
CRD# 5092216
FirmCRD# 151298
Series 6, 7, 63, 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
700 Main St,
Suite 305,
Napa,
CA
94559
Phone Number
707-492-5100
Office Location
700 Main St,
Suite 305,
Napa,CA 94559
Phone Number
707-492-5100
Michael Geitner is a Wealth Advisor at Vintage Wealth Advisors. He primarily handles business client's retirement plans such as 401ks and SIMPLE IRAs. Michael also specializes in employee equity compensation including Qualified and Non-Qualified Stock Options, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, 10b5-1 Plans, and Restricted Stock Units. With over 10 years' experience, he looks to enhance the client experience and add additional value to the clients of Vintage Wealth through the financial planning process. Michael is a CFP® professional, A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ is a formal recognition of experience in the areas of financial planning, taxes, insurance, estate planning, and retirement planning. Owned and awarded by the Certified Financial Planning Board of Standards, Inc. the designation is awarded to individuals who successfully complete the CFP Board's rigorous exam, have a college degree, complete a College Level Financial Planning Course, and have passed background checks and continue ongoing annual education programs to sustain their skills and certification. Michael completed his Certificate in Financial Planning from the University of Miami. Michael has his Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Management from Menlo College. He holds his Series 6,7 and 63 through LPL Financial and his Series 65 through Financial Advocates Investment Management. Michael also has his California Life & Health Insurance License #0F17714. Michael is a Calistoga native. He is a member of Kiwanis Club of Napa. When not at Vintage Wealth, you can find him and his wife active at their church, maybe on the golf course, perhaps even fishing or hunting or perfecting his culinary skills on the barbeque at home with family, friends and their two cats, Pinky & Rajah.
Vintage Wealth Advisors is an independent, full-service financial planning firm committed to supporting the goals of individuals and business owners in the Napa Valley. As registered representatives of LPL Financial and Investment Advisor Representatives of Financial Advocates Investment Management, the team at Vintage Wealth Advisors provides fee-based advice and a wide array of services that include: comprehensive financial planning, proactive investment management, customized retirement strategies, estate planning, and insurance and annuities.
Advisory Services Provided:
Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 4816123
FirmCRD# 104510
Series 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
3950 Civic Center Drive,,
Suite 315,
San Rafael,
CA
94903
Phone Number
415-941-4905
I've been a financial planner since 2005, and in that time, I've helped countless clients think through their lifelong goals and enable them to follow a smart and well-developed plan to achieve their financial milestones. Outside of work, I'm either spending time with my family, walking my dogs, hiking, traveling, watching movies, reading a book, gardening, or working on a DIY project at home.
Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interest of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all American investors - not just the wealthy - deserve access to personalized, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Today, we are America's top independent financial planning and investment advisory firm, recognized by Barron's,1 awarded September 2021 based on data within a 12-month period. Compensation paid for use and distribution of rating. We have 145+ offices across the country and are entrusted by more than 1.3 million clients to manage more than $291 billion in assets.2 Our unique approach to serving clients combines our advanced methodology and proprietary technology with the attention of a dedicated personal financial planner. Every client's situation and goals are unique, and the powerful fusion of high-tech and high-touch allows Edelman Financial Engines to deliver the personal plan and financial confidence that everyone deserves. 1The 2021 Top 100 Independent Advisory Firm Ranking issued by Barron's is qualitative and quantitative, including assets managed, revenue generated, regulatory record, staffing levels and diversity, technology spending and succession planning. Firms elect to participate but do not pay to be included in the ranking. Compensation is paid for use and distribution of rating. Investor experience and returns are not considered. 2Data as of Dec. 31, 2021.
Qualifications
CRD# 1934091
FirmCRD# 8032
Series 7, 63
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Based on Assets, Commissions, Flat Fee, Hourly
Office Location
700 Larkspur Landing Circle, Suite 199,
Larkspur,
CA
94939
Phone Number
415-785-4540
David Roggenkamp has been in the investment advisory business for 31 years. His practice is focused on investment management for individuals and small businesses, including retirement plans. David also provides fee-based consulting guidance on retirement plan investments, education, fiduciary obligations for various types of trusts and qualified plans. He holds FINRA Series 7, 63 securities registrations through Commonwealth Financial Network® and is a certified Chartered Financial Consultant (ChfC). David was appointed Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®) in 2000 from the American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. The ChFC certification is a nationally recognized accreditation, demonstrating proficiency eight key areas of practice: investment analysis, capital markets, retirement planning, financial planning, investment risk management and succession planning for business owners and professionals, income tax law, and estate planning. The certification is a recognized standard for investment proficiency and fiduciary ethics in financial planning.David is involved in on-going education to affirm his ChFC certification as well as broker/dealer and regulatory agency education requirements. His immediate prior affiliations include: John Hancock Inc., Transamerica Investment Advisors Inc. David is a 1987 graduate of Kenyon College. David works and lives in Marin County, California, and has resided with his family in the San Francisco Bay area since 1988. References furnished upon request.
Commonwealth wants you to succeed! Working with us will help you achieve financial independence. Together, we'll implement and monitor a comprehensive process for managing assets and can advise you on most other aspects of your financial life. We typically establish lifelong client relationships. Client references furnished upon request. https://www.davidroggenkamp.com/
Qualifications
CRD# 2546710
FirmCRD# 104510
Series 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
2175 North California Boulevard,
Suite 800,
Walnut Creek,
CA
94596
Phone Number
925-962-5823
I've been a financial planner since 1998. Putting my experience to work every day is what I love best. Having the opportunity to work with my clients on their journey to financial security is challenging in a good way, and it's always rewarding to help them reach their goals. In my spare time, you can usually find me sailing or cooking up something delicious.
Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interest of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all American investors - not just the wealthy - deserve access to personalized, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Today, we are America's top independent financial planning and investment advisory firm, recognized by Barron's,1 awarded September 2021 based on data within a 12-month period. Compensation paid for use and distribution of rating. We have 145+ offices across the country and are entrusted by more than 1.3 million clients to manage more than $291 billion in assets.2 Our unique approach to serving clients combines our advanced methodology and proprietary technology with the attention of a dedicated personal financial planner. Every client's situation and goals are unique, and the powerful fusion of high-tech and high-touch allows Edelman Financial Engines to deliver the personal plan and financial confidence that everyone deserves. 1The 2021 Top 100 Independent Advisory Firm Ranking issued by Barron's is qualitative and quantitative, including assets managed, revenue generated, regulatory record, staffing levels and diversity, technology spending and succession planning. Firms elect to participate but do not pay to be included in the ranking. Compensation is paid for use and distribution of rating. Investor experience and returns are not considered. 2Data as of Dec. 31, 2021.
Qualifications
FirmCRD# 155172
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
250 Montgomery Street,
Suite 700,
San Francisco,
CA
94104
Phone Number
855-855-8005
Office Location
250 Montgomery Street,
Suite 700,
San Francisco,CA 94104
Phone Number
650-556-1310
WHY USE PERSONAL CAPITAL
Free Financial Tools
Get a 360-degree view of your money and see all your accounts in one place, including your investments. And go deeper with our planning and analytics tools.Personalized Advice
Our team of licensed fiduciary advisors understands that every investor is unique. With the dynamic tools used by both you and your advisor we are able to identify and alert you to opportunities so you can act on them.Customized Strategy
Customization begins by learning about your entire financial situation and goals. From there, we'll determine how much growth you need to reach those goals. Once we're clear on every facet of your financial life, we design a portfolio that reflects your risk and return profile.Identify Hidden Fees
You could be losing hundreds of thousands of dollars in hidden fees in your mutual fund, investing, and retirement accounts. Discover any hidden investment fees you weren't aware of.Invest in a Sustainable Future
Our Socially Responsible Personal Strategy (SRI) is a way for you to support and invest in companies more proactively managing environmental, social, and corporate governance related issues, also known as ESG.Transparent Fees
We charge one all-inclusive management fee at a fraction of the cost of traditional financial institutions. There are no hidden fees, no trailing fees and no trade commissions. Personal Capital is owned by Empower Retirement, the second largest retirement services company in the US, with $709 billion in assets and 9.4 million participants as of 9/30/2020Personal Capital provides a unique combination of personalized human advice and free, innovative technology. We have local presences nationwide and fully remote capabilities with clients in all 50 states and $15bn in assets as of 11/30/2020. Join the 2.7 million people who track over $980bn with our free tools, including our Retirement Planner, Investment Checkup™, and Fee Analyzer™. Personal Capital Advisors Corporation ("PCAC") compensates WiserAdvisor ("Company") for new leads. ("Company") is not an investment client of PCAC.
Advisory Services Provided:
Portfolio Management, Wealth Management
Qualifications
CRD# 1095790
FirmCRD# 104510
Series 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
4301 Hacienda Drive, Suite 100,
Pleasanton,
CA
94588
Phone Number
925-660-4720
I provide my clients with holistic advice designed to help protect and grow their wealth so they can achieve their financial goals. My wife Jaclynn and I have one daughter. Originally from Hawaii, I enjoy working out and keeping fit.
Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interest of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all American investors - not just the wealthy - deserve access to personalized, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Today, we are America's top independent financial planning and investment advisory firm, recognized by Barron's,1 awarded September 2021 based on data within a 12-month period. Compensation paid for use and distribution of rating. We have 145+ offices across the country and are entrusted by more than 1.3 million clients to manage more than $291 billion in assets.2 Our unique approach to serving clients combines our advanced methodology and proprietary technology with the attention of a dedicated personal financial planner. Every client's situation and goals are unique, and the powerful fusion of high-tech and high-touch allows Edelman Financial Engines to deliver the personal plan and financial confidence that everyone deserves. 1The 2021 Top 100 Independent Advisory Firm Ranking issued by Barron's is qualitative and quantitative, including assets managed, revenue generated, regulatory record, staffing levels and diversity, technology spending and succession planning. Firms elect to participate but do not pay to be included in the ranking. Compensation is paid for use and distribution of rating. Investor experience and returns are not considered. 2Data as of Dec. 31, 2021.
Qualifications
CRD# 4537792
FirmCRD# 131738
Series 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Only, Based on Assets, Flat Fee
Office Location
7077 Koll Center Parkway, suite 120,
Pleasanton,
CA
94566
Phone Number
925-223-8868
Janet is the founder and the president of Sierra Pacific Financial Advisors, LLC (SPFA), an independent fee-only Register Investment Advisory (RIA) that focuses on financial planning, wealth management and corporate retirement planning. Janet oversees operations, client relations, business development and strategic planning for SPFA. She leads the investment committee at SPFA to define comprehensive planning strategies and sophisticated investment solutions for clients. She is also responsible for advanced employer retirement planning for small-to-mid size companies.
Sierra Pacific Financial Advisors, LLC (SPFA) is an independent, SEC- Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm with offices in Pleasanton, Cupertino and Oakland, California. We are fee-only financial advisors with over 110 years of experience helping clients navigate the complexities of managing their finances. We offer financial planning, investment and corporate retirement planning for individuals, families and corporate clients. At SPFA, we take time to listen carefully and identify your life goals, needs and priorities. We then develop a comprehensive financial plan that helps you address your important objectives for retirement, college planning, investment, tax minimization, equity reward strategies, wealth transfer, and other financial objectives. We provide recommendations for plan implementation, continuously work with our clients to identify gaps in the plan as their lives evolve. We demonstrate our distinct expertise in the following areas: " Retirement Distribution Planning with Tax Optimization Strategies for Pre-and-Post Retirees " Tax-aware Strategies of Diversifying Concentrated Stock Positions for Corporate Executives " Core-and-Satellite Investment Strategy for High-Net-Worth Individuals " Tax-advantaged Corporate Retirement Planning for Business Owners and Doctors with Private Practices Serving as fiduciaries, SPFA provides unbiased financial advice with a singular focus on serving clients best interests. Our mission is clear: guide clients to live the life of their dreams through prudent planning and management of their financial resources.
Qualifications
FirmCRD# 155172
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
3 Lagoon Drive,
Suite 200,
Redwood City,
CA
94065
Phone Number
650-556-1310
WHY USE PERSONAL CAPITAL
Free Financial Tools
Get a 360-degree view of your money and see all your accounts in one place, including your investments. And go deeper with our planning and analytics tools.Personalized Advice
Our team of licensed fiduciary advisors understands that every investor is unique. With the dynamic tools used by both you and your advisor we are able to identify and alert you to opportunities so you can act on them.Customized Strategy
Customization begins by learning about your entire financial situation and goals. From there, we'll determine how much growth you need to reach those goals. Once we're clear on every facet of your financial life, we design a portfolio that reflects your risk and return profile.Identify Hidden Fees
You could be losing hundreds of thousands of dollars in hidden fees in your mutual fund, investing, and retirement accounts. Discover any hidden investment fees you weren't aware of.Invest in a Sustainable Future
Our Socially Responsible Personal Strategy (SRI) is a way for you to support and invest in companies more proactively managing environmental, social, and corporate governance related issues, also known as ESG.Transparent Fees
We charge one all-inclusive management fee at a fraction of the cost of traditional financial institutions. There are no hidden fees, no trailing fees and no trade commissions. Personal Capital is owned by Empower Retirement, the second largest retirement services company in the US, with $709 billion in assets and 9.4 million participants as of 9/30/2020Personal Capital provides a unique combination of personalized human advice and free, innovative technology. We have local presences nationwide and fully remote capabilities with clients in all 50 states and $15bn in assets as of 11/30/2020. Join the 2.7 million people who track over $980bn with our free tools, including our Retirement Planner, Investment Checkup™, and Fee Analyzer™. Personal Capital Advisors Corporation ("PCAC") compensates WiserAdvisor ("Company") for new leads. ("Company") is not an investment client of PCAC.
Advisory Services Provided:
Portfolio Management, Wealth Management
Qualifications
CRD# 6154134
FirmCRD# 104510
Series 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
1112 Galleria Boulevard Suite 1602901 Douglas Blvd Suite 250,
Roseville,
CA
95661
Phone Number
916-462-5220
I'm a dedicated financial planner who loves to educate my clients and help them achieve their financial goals. My entire family lives in Northern California, and even though I've lived and worked in California and Arizona, Northern California has always been my home. Im happily married to my wife, Belinda, and we welcomed our first child, Lukas, in 2021.
Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interest of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all American investors - not just the wealthy - deserve access to personalized, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Today, we are America's top independent financial planning and investment advisory firm, recognized by Barron's,1 awarded September 2021 based on data within a 12-month period. Compensation paid for use and distribution of rating. We have 145+ offices across the country and are entrusted by more than 1.3 million clients to manage more than $291 billion in assets.2 Our unique approach to serving clients combines our advanced methodology and proprietary technology with the attention of a dedicated personal financial planner. Every client's situation and goals are unique, and the powerful fusion of high-tech and high-touch allows Edelman Financial Engines to deliver the personal plan and financial confidence that everyone deserves. 1The 2021 Top 100 Independent Advisory Firm Ranking issued by Barron's is qualitative and quantitative, including assets managed, revenue generated, regulatory record, staffing levels and diversity, technology spending and succession planning. Firms elect to participate but do not pay to be included in the ranking. Compensation is paid for use and distribution of rating. Investor experience and returns are not considered. 2Data as of Dec. 31, 2021.
Qualifications
CRD# 6711825
FirmCRD# 104510
Series 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
3945 Freedom Circle, Suite 950,
Santa Clara,
CA
95054
Phone Number
408-565-8572
As a financial planner, I have the privilege of helping individuals and families achieve their personal and financial goals. By addressing your concerns and understanding what is most important to you, I will develop a comprehensive financial plan to help guide you through every stage of life. Outside of work, my wife, Kathy, and I spend a lot of time cooking, working out, and searching for our next dog to adopt (Boston terrier or Saint Bernard or both).
Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interest of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all American investors - not just the wealthy - deserve access to personalized, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Today, we are America's top independent financial planning and investment advisory firm, recognized by Barron's,1 awarded September 2021 based on data within a 12-month period. Compensation paid for use and distribution of rating. We have 145+ offices across the country and are entrusted by more than 1.3 million clients to manage more than $291 billion in assets.2 Our unique approach to serving clients combines our advanced methodology and proprietary technology with the attention of a dedicated personal financial planner. Every client's situation and goals are unique, and the powerful fusion of high-tech and high-touch allows Edelman Financial Engines to deliver the personal plan and financial confidence that everyone deserves. 1The 2021 Top 100 Independent Advisory Firm Ranking issued by Barron's is qualitative and quantitative, including assets managed, revenue generated, regulatory record, staffing levels and diversity, technology spending and succession planning. Firms elect to participate but do not pay to be included in the ranking. Compensation is paid for use and distribution of rating. Investor experience and returns are not considered. 2Data as of Dec. 31, 2021.
Top Financial Advisor Firms in Napa, California | |||
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Firm Name | AUM | No. of Clients | Fee Structure |
Knecht Capital Management, Llc
1251 Darling Street, Napa, CA 94558 |
$0 | 0 |
A percentage of AUM Hourly charges |
Harrington Investments, Inc.
1001 Second Street , Suite 325, Napa, CA 94559-3030 |
$329,438,116 | 214 |
A percentage of AUM Hourly charges |
Dedora Capital, Inc.
1600 Main Street, Napa, CA 94559 |
$405,581,554 | 1298 |
A percentage of AUM Hourly charges Fixed fees |
5t Wealth, Llc
595 Coombs Street, Napa, CA 94559 |
$218,059,013 | 330 |
A percentage of AUM Hourly charges Fixed fees Other (SOLICITOR FEES FROM OTHER INVESTMENT ADVISORY FIRMS) |
Napa Wealth Management
1836 Second Street, Napa, CA 94559-2328 |
$257,838,672 | 538 |
A percentage of AUM Fixed fees |
Gainy, Inc.
773 Vista Tulocay Lane , Unit 215, Napa, CA 94599 |
$0 | 0 |
Subscription fees |
* Additional advisors listing is provided in partnership with Yext
Financial Advisor | Office Location | Phone Number |
The Napa Harvest Group Inquire with Napa |
700 Main Street, Suite 315, Napa, CA 94559 | 707-254-4408 |
Rupa Jack Inquire with Rupa |
700 Main Street, Suite 315, Napa, CA 94559 | 707-254-4432 |
John Zimmerman Inquire with John |
700 Main Street, Suite 315, Napa, CA 94559 | 707-254-4408 |
Zach Taylor Inquire with Zach |
700 Main Street, Suite 315, Napa, CA 94559 | 707-254-4408 |
Mark North Inquire with Mark |
700 Main Street, Suite 315, Napa, CA 94559 | 707-254-4408 |
Webster/Castleberry Team Inquire with Webster/Castleberry |
700 Main Street, Suite 315, Napa, CA 94559 | 707-254-4405 |
Tom Dowse Inquire with Tom |
700 Main Street, Suite 315, Napa, CA 94559 | 707-254-4435 |
Chuck Grohs Inquire with Chuck |
700 Main Street, Suite 315, Napa, CA 94559 | 707-254-4402 |
Jon Niebling Inquire with Jon |
700 Main Street, Suite 315, Napa, CA 94559 | 707-254-4442 |
David A. Castleberry Inquire with David |
700 Main Street, Suite 315, Napa, CA 94559 | 707-254-4411 |
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