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.
WiserAdvisor's network of vetted financial advisors are from large
Fortune 500 companies to small independent financial firms to suit
each individual's comfort levels. Each and every advisor is
pre-screened for industry experience, disclosures, and registrations
with SEC and FINRA. Collectively, our pre-screened advisors serve
thousands of happy clients, manage billions of dollars and provide
financial freedom and security for families and individuals like
you.
Please note that the list of financial
advisors mentioned below do not include all the financial advisors
in our network, as some have not been listed online as per their
corporate compliance restrictions. More vetted fiduciary financial
advisors near you may be available when you use our free
advisor match tool to compare 2 to 3 financial advisors around you.
The financial advisors below offer several financial
services such as wealth management, retirement planning, portfolio
management, estate planning and much more.
Financial Advisor | Experience | AUM | Minimum Assets | Fee Structure |
---|---|---|---|---|
32 Years | Not Specified | Not Specified | Not Specified | |
Cody St John
LPL FINANCIAL | ARROWHEAD FINANCIAL GROUP 53 Main St S #2 Woodbury CT, Woodbury, CT 06798 |
4 Years | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Only |
30 Years | $105,000,000 | $500,000 | Fee-Only | |
Masa Yamazaki
CPWA®, CEPA®, CDFA® OXLER PRIVATE WEALTH 800 Westchester Ave, Suite 641N, Rye Brook, NY 10573 |
14 Years | $0 | $1,000,000 | Fee-Only |
Altfest Personal Wealth Management
CPA, CFP®, CFA®, ChFC® 445 Park Avenue, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10022 |
Not Disclosed | $1,500,000,000 | $1,000,000 | Fee-Only |
21 Years | Not Specified | $250,000 | Fee-Based | |
12 Years | $250,000,000 | $250,000 | Fee-Based | |
Not Disclosed | Not Specified | $250,000 | Not Specified |
Qualifications
CRD# 2241878
Compensation/Fee Hourly, Based on Assets
Office Location
1 Bradley Road,
Suite 202,
Woodbridge,
CT
06525
Phone Number
203-389-3553
Paul Schatz, Founder, and President of Heritage Capital has a wealth of experience investing in equities, fixed income, options, and futures. While he is best known for his equity index and precious metals models, his technical driven strategies have taken him into other asset classes as well. Paul is a recognized pioneer and expert in the exchange-traded fund (ETF) field, having employed them in his work since 1994. Additionally, he has consulted for many of today's ETF purveyors on new product development and is a highly sought after speaker in the field.
Heritage Capital, LLC is an award-winning personal investment management firm dedicated to growing your portfolio and protecting your assets as we work as a team to achieve your lifetime financial goals. With a focus on long-term planning for your comfortable retirement and your family's education needs, we provide you the peace of mind that comes from entrusting your financial future to experienced, educated, and trustworthy professionals.
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 Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management
Qualifications
CRD# 7128086
Firm CRD# 6413
Series 7, 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Only, Based on Assets
Office Location
53 Main St S #2 Woodbury CT,
Woodbury,
CT
06798
Phone Number
203-558-1599
Cody St. John is a dedicated financial advisor passionate about assisting individuals and families in achieving their financial goals. With a commitment to delivering comprehensive financial services and investment management, he specializes in portfolio construction, asset management, investment strategies, and retirement planning. Cody's tailored approach ensures that each client's unique needs and objectives are met effectively.
LPL Financial is a leading wealth management firm that serves as an independent broker-dealer, RIA custodian, and provider of third-party services for financial professionals, RIA firms, and institutions. With a history spanning over 30 years, LPL is renowned for its commitment to financial advisor independence, rooted in the principle that the firm should work for the advisor, not vice versa. Originally founded in 1989 through the merger of Linsco and Private Ledger, LPL has grown to become the nation's leading independent broker-dealer, offering a range of business model options to support financial institutions, RIA firms, and advisors seeking varying degrees of operational support.
Advisory Services Provided:
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, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 712007
Firm CRD# 152117
Series 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Only, Based on Assets
Office Location
777 W Putnam Ave. 3rd Floor,
Greenwich,
CT
06830
Phone Number
203-987-6227
Charles Helme joined BH Asset Management as Managing Director of Investments in 2010 and leads the investment and research areas of the firm. From 2002 to 2010, Mr. Helme was Senior Portfolio Manager of Pinnacle Associates, Ltd, in New York, where he managed portfolios for corporations, endowments, universities, pensions, and high-net-worth individuals across several high-alpha investment strategies. For seven years prior to joining Pinnacle, Mr. Helme was Managing Director of Investments at Carret and Company LLC, acting as Portfolio Manager to both institutions and high-net-worth individuals. From 1988 to 1995, Mr. Helme rose to Senior Investment Officer and Chairman of the Investment Policy Committee at Republic National Bank (now HSBC, USA). At the bank and various holding company subsidiaries, Mr. Helme was responsible for all Trust and Investment Management portfolio investments for separate accounts and several mutual fund strategies. Previously, he was Vice President of Investments for Moran Asset Management, a leading investment counselor and mutual fund advisor. He began his career in 1980 at Ernst & Company, New York Stock Exchange, and American Stock Exchange Specialists. Mr. Helme graduated from New York University Stern School of Business. He is active in a variety of local charitable and community organizations.
We are a registered investment advisor, meaning we are held to a fiduciary standard and must always put your interests first. We provide unbiased advice, employ an open architecture approach, and only charge flat fees. We are transparent and maintain frequent communication with our clients. With over 30 years of fund management experience, we offer the most sophisticated investment techniques.
Advisory Services Provided:
Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Annuities, Insurance Planning
Qualifications
CRD# 2526772
Firm CRD# 309684
Series 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Only, Based on Assets
Office Location
800 Westchester Ave,
Suite 641N,
Rye Brook,
NY
10573
Phone Number
212-785-2860
Masa is a Principal and Co-Founder of Oxler Private Wealth, a family owned and operated wealth advisory firm offering financial care to women and families. Masa's primary responsibility is customized wealth and portfolio management. He oversees client portfolios and their asset allocations, and guides clients through comprehensive financial and estate planning strategies, working closely with their other trusted advisors. Empathic and patient, Masa thrives on spending time with clients to develop a deep understanding of their lives and what is important to them. Thoughtful listening helps Masa to align his advice with his clients' aspirations and values. His strong sense of discipline supports clients on their path to achieving their goals and to living enriched, fulfilling lives. He also has a special interest in guiding and educating second- and third-generation clients. Masa pulls from his broad experience of more than two decades in investment banking, wealth management and small business development to help clients navigate through all aspects of their financial lives. Prior to Oxler, Masa was Senior Director of the Private Client Division at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Earlier he was senior vice president of Sales and Marketing for Acolyte Technologies Corp.; a Financial Advisor at Citi Smith Barney; Investment Banking Associate at CIBC Oppenheimer Corp.; and Financial Analyst for the Debt Capital Markets division of Goldman, Sachs & Co. Masa received a BS in biology from Duke University and is a Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) professional. The CPWA is an advanced professional certification and education program for advisors who serve high-net-worth clients. CPWA designees have met certain experience requirements, successfully completed coursework in advanced wealth management at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and have passed a comprehensive examination covering asset protection, executive compensation plans, stock options, tax-efficient portfolios and business, retirement, charitable, tax and estate planning. The designation requires ongoing continuing education credits to maintain the certification and to stay abreast of the latest trends, strategies, and laws in order to serve clients with sophisticated wealth management. Masa has held a series 7 and currently holds a series 66 license. Masa can be found training for a marathon, cold plunging, practicing yoga, meditating or cooking meals for his family. As a former equestrian, he maintains his love for horses and the countryside. He lives with his wife, Lisa, and their two daughters in Westchester, New York. Masa proudly works side by side with his father-in-law, Jonathan, and sister-in-law, Jessica.
We help take care of your financial health so that you can focus with confidence on what matters most to you. Through a clear, sound and relatable approach to financial planning and investment management, we make it our goal to provide insight, resources and strategies to help you thrive in your diverse roles within your family, profession and the broader world.
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, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
Firm CRD# 110130
Series 65, 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Only, Based on Assets
Office Location
445 Park Avenue,
6th Floor,
New York,
NY
10022
Phone Number
212-796-8732
With nearly four decades of experience, including recognition by Barron's, Forbes, the Financial Times and Bloomberg, our team has the expertise and the passion to successfully guide our clients' portfolios through a myriad of market conditions. We lead with a comprehensive financial plan that puts your goals and dreams first, then support it with world class investment strategies. Only by placing you at the core of everything we do can we truly meet your needs. We've found that the most successful solutions begin by asking the right questions, which is why we offer complimentary consultations to explore a professional relationship.
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
Qualifications
CRD# 4695659
Firm CRD# 318366
Series 6, 7, 65, 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Flat Fee
Office Location
100 Passaic Avenue,
Suite 300,
Fairfield,
NJ
07004
Phone Number
973-244-4237
Frank Lepore's mission is to provide financial security strategies by taking a holistic approach to the planning process while providing his clients with top notch service and technology. Understanding client goals is a vital part of Frank's process in order to put together an intelligent, thoughtful plan. What sets Frank apart even more is his large team who help provide the level of service that clients deserve. Frank attended Montclair State University and received a Bachelor of Science in Business, with a concentration in Finance. Frank is registered as a Wealth Management Advisor with Bleakley Financial Group and a registered representative with LPL Financial.
For more than 30 years, the Bleakley Financial Group team* has been providing customized financial planning and wealth management services to a diverse array of clients across the country. As an independent firm, we pride ourselves on delivering personalized guidance to fit the goals and lifestyle needs of each customer. With more than three decades of experience, our state-of-the-art financial planning comes with a personal touch. Our team consists of more than 100 investment professionals, from financial advisors and research assistants to client support associates. Comprehensive Financial Planning and Wealth Management. Bleakley has created a collaborative culture of innovation and excellence that's unmatched in the industry. At Bleakley Financial, you're our top priority, and we're committed to turning your financial vision into reality. *The Bleakley Financial Team has been providing wealth management services since 1985 within various firms. Bleakley Financial Group, LLC was founded in 2015.
Advisory Services Provided:
Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, Wealth Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 6281153
Firm CRD# 318366
Series 7, 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Flat Fee, Based on Assets
Office Location
100 Passaic Ave,
Suite 300,
Fairfield,
NJ
07004
Phone Number
973-575-4180
Mike is a financial advisor at Bleakley Financial Group. He provides personalized wealth management solutions for individuals, families, business owners, foundations and entrepreneurs. He also provides integrated planning and investment strategies, including tax and estate planning, risk management and retirement planning, to help grow and protect clients wealth. Mike is a graduate of Mount Saint Mary College & joined the firm in 2012. He has worked in numerous capacities at the firm, starting with an internship while he was still attending college, to joining the firm full time as an investment analyst upon graduation, & currently as a financial advisor. This has helped him develop a core understanding of the planning process and all of its elements. Mike is an avid fitness enthusiast and sports fan. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and holds the FINRA Series 7 & Series 66 registrations through LPL Financial, as well as life and health insurance licenses. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the CFP® certification mark, the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification mark, and the CFP® certification mark (with plaque design) logo in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.
For more than 30 years, the Bleakley Financial Group team* has been providing customized financial planning and wealth management services to a diverse array of clients across the country. As an independent firm, we pride ourselves on delivering personalized guidance to fit the goals and lifestyle needs of each customer. With more than three decades of experience, our state-of-the-art financial planning comes with a personal touch. Our team consists of more than 100 investment professionals, from financial advisors and research assistants to client support associates. Bleakley has created a collaborative culture of innovation and excellence that's unmatched in the industry. At Bleakley Financial, you're our top priority, and we're committed to turning your financial vision into reality. The Bleakley Financial Team has been providing wealth management services since 1985 within various firms. Bleakley Financial Group, LLC was founded in 2015.
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, Legal Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 5629288
Firm CRD# 292776
Office Location
*,
Westerly,
RI
02891
Phone Number
203-246-5583
Napatree Capital is a boutique wealth management firm focused on high net worth individuals and endowments. We create our own proprietary strategies based on in depth analysis of company fundamentals. Through frequent clear communication, we build a custom portfolio that matches your unique goals and needs. At Napatree Capital, we're not selling someone else's ideas. We are the engineers of our own investment solutions. Our years of technical experience and market study inform our philosophy - one that embraces disciplined, long-term investment in companies with strong fundamentals. What does that mean for you? Unlike many firms that act as retail outlets for investment products, you are coming straight to the source. We approach portfolio management with analytic rigor, looking at relative value amongst asset categories, so that your assets are allocated to those that best align with your financial goals and objectives. We are fiduciaries. To be a fiduciary means to be legally and ethically bound to act in someone's best interest. This is our number one priority at Napatree. While no one can predict the markets, we study and map our investment strategies and monitor your account performance so that the decisions we make are in your best interest. Always. It has been said that the highest form of flattery is a referral. For a current client to recommend our services to family or friends is an honor we strive for and one which we frequently receive. Our focus on earning trust, delivering results, and communicating clearly and frequently has helped us achieve the status of a highly recommended advisor.
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