Areas served: Rock Hill, Concord, Gastonia, Charlotte
Charlotte's status as a major banking and financial services hub means residents have access to sophisticated financial planning and investment advice. Local financial advisors help individuals and families across the metro build wealth, plan for retirement, and manage investments.
Belmont Capital Advisors is a retirement-focused financial advisory firm serving over 2,000 families across the Carolinas. Led by President JoePat Roop, they specialize in comprehensive retirement planning, investment management, tax optimization, Social Security strategies, Medicare and long-term care planning, and estate planning. Their approach combines old-fashioned values with modern investing, offering customized strategies designed to eliminate financial uncertainty and help clients enjoy a secure, fulfilling retirement.
Alloy Wealth Management is a Charlotte-based wealth management firm founded by Mark Henry, a seasoned financial professional with 30+ years of experience. The firm specializes in comprehensive retirement planning, insurance strategies, estate conservation, and risk management for pre-retirees and retirees across the Carolinas. Mark Henry is widely recognized for his financial education work, hosting the weekly Money Matters segment on WCNC Charlotte and Living Large Radio, bringing practical guidance to complex financial topics like market volatility, longevity risk, and healthcare costs.
Tristate Financial Advisors is an independent financial advisory firm based in Charlotte serving clients throughout the Carolinas and beyond. They provide comprehensive financial planning, investment management, and retirement planning services tailored to individual and family needs. The firm is known for personalized service and building long-term client relationships.
Branch Wealth Partners is a real estate investment firm based in Concord, NC, specializing in wealth-building through real estate education, property management, and investment consulting. Led by Managing Partner Greg Lafferty, the company offers comprehensive services including mentorship programs, one-on-one advisory, full-service property management for single and multi-family properties, and real estate partnership opportunities. They focus on the Cabarrus and Rowan County markets and provide personalized investment strategies alongside a network of accountants, wealth managers, attorneys, and brokers to help clients achieve financial independence.
Blue Financial, Inc. is a Charlotte-based financial advisory firm specializing in custom retirement planning strategies. Led by a dedicated team of fiduciary advisors, they help clients design personalized retirement plans through their proprietary ACE Your Retirement process, which includes comprehensive income, tax, and investment analysis. They offer free retirement readiness reports and Social Security optimization guidance to help clients make confident financial decisions aligned with their unique lifestyle goals.
Newton Wealth Management, established by CFP® W. Edward Newton Jr., is an investment and wealth management firm serving Charlotte and clients throughout the U.S. They specialize in financial planning, investment management, tax planning, and estate & trust administration, with a focus on helping clients achieve worry-free retirements. Their personalized approach tailors strategies to each client's unique goals and circumstances.
Blue Ridge Financial Planning is a fee-based financial advisory firm in Fort Mill, SC, specializing in comprehensive financial planning and investment management for individuals and small business owners. The team works with clients at all life stages—from those just starting out to those planning retirement—to develop personalized strategies around retirement planning, asset allocation, college savings, tax planning, and business succession. They're registered investment advisors offering advisory services, individual investments, group retirement planning, and asset protection strategies.
Carnegie Private Wealth is an independent financial advisory firm serving high-net-worth individuals and families in the Charlotte area. They provide comprehensive wealth management, investment management, retirement planning, and personalized financial strategies tailored to clients' long-term goals. Their team of experienced advisors focuses on delivering fiduciary-standard advice and building lasting relationships with clients who value personalized, objective financial guidance.
Cadence Wealth Partners is a fee-only financial advisory firm in Concord specializing in comprehensive planning for business owners and executives. Led by founders Sean Williams (Marine officer, CEPA®, CFP®) and Nick O'Kelly (Army Special Forces pilot, CFP®), they integrate tax strategy, exit planning, and investment management into coordinated plans—not fragmented services. They're known for helping business owners understand their company's true value, optimize taxes using overlooked tax code benefits, and build exit strategies that protect wealth beyond the sale.
MB Wealth Advisors is a fiduciary financial planning firm in Huntersville, NC specializing in comprehensive retirement planning, wealth management, and personalized financial strategies. Led by experienced advisors committed to client-first service, they offer solutions including 401(k) rollovers, IRA management, estate planning, life insurance, education planning, and risk management—all designed around each client's unique goals. As a fiduciary, they are legally bound to act in your best interest rather than earning commissions, providing transparent guidance backed by years of expertise.
Nathan Weir is a CFP® certified financial planner in Charlotte specializing in comprehensive financial planning, investment management, and retirement strategies for individuals and families. With credentials including AIF® (Accredited Investment Fiduciary) and RICP® (Retirement Income Certified Professional), he provides personalized guidance to help clients build and protect their wealth. His practice focuses on creating detailed financial plans tailored to each client's unique goals and circumstances.
Castle Wealth Group is a financial advisory firm specializing in comprehensive wealth management for high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners in the Mooresville area. Led by Financial Advisors Jonathan Malone, Michael McFadden, and Marc Wulf, they offer personalized strategies across estate planning, tax planning, investment management, retirement planning, and insurance planning. Their approach emphasizes treating clients like family while helping them protect assets, minimize tax burden, and plan for major life transitions.
Flat Fee Financial is a Charlotte-based financial planning firm specializing in tax-efficient wealth management and retirement planning. They serve clients age 50+, dentists, small business owners, and those managing sudden money like inheritances. Unlike traditional advisors, they charge transparent flat fees rather than assets-under-management percentages, and operate as fiduciaries legally obligated to act in clients' best interests.
RB Wealth Partners is a financial planning and investment advisory firm in Cornelius, NC, founded by Rob to provide personalized, tax-efficient financial strategies for business owners, professionals, and retirees. They offer comprehensive services including retirement income planning, portfolio management, tax planning, estate and insurance planning, and business/real estate solutions—all built around clients' specific goals rather than one-size-fits-all products. Known for a client-first approach that prioritizes listening, clarity, and proactive strategy without pressure.
Hobart Wealth is a Charlotte-based financial advisory firm with over 20 years of experience serving high earners, professionals, pre-retirees, retirees, and business owners. As fiduciaries, they provide comprehensive financial planning, wealth management, tax strategies, estate planning, and insurance solutions tailored to each client's goals and circumstances. Their team of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and Chartered Financial Analyst advisors focus on helping clients preserve, grow, and optimize their wealth with clarity and integrity.
Terrier Financial Group is an independent financial advisory firm based in Fort Mill, SC, specializing in comprehensive financial planning and investment management for individuals and families. Led by experienced advisors, they focus on personalized strategies that address retirement planning, wealth management, and long-term financial goals. The firm is known for taking a consultative approach to understand each client's unique situation and objectives.
Leonard Wealth Management is a Registered Investment Advisor based in Lincolnton specializing in comprehensive financial planning and wealth management. They offer personalized advisory services focused on health and wealth planning to help clients build and preserve their financial future. With a client-centered approach and professional credentials as an RIA, they serve individuals seeking independent, fiduciary-based financial guidance.
Connected Wealth Management is an independent financial advisory firm in Charlotte specializing in comprehensive wealth management, investment management, and financial planning for individuals and families. They focus on creating personalized strategies aligned with clients' long-term goals, offering services that span portfolio management, retirement planning, and tax-efficient wealth strategies. Their team works closely with clients to build tailored financial plans rather than using one-size-fits-all approaches.
Piedmont Financial Services is a regional mortgage lender serving homebuyers and refinancers across the Carolinas, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama. Specializing in home purchases, refinancing, and cash-out loans, they differentiate themselves through personalized service, competitive rates, and a commitment to simplifying the mortgage process. Their team of seasoned lending professionals works directly with borrowers and real estate agents to ensure smooth closings and clear communication throughout the entire transaction.
Calamita Wealth Management is an independent financial advisory firm in Charlotte specializing in comprehensive financial planning and investment management for individuals and families. Founded on the principle of putting clients first, they offer personalized strategies for wealth building, retirement planning, and long-term financial goals without the conflicts of commission-based advice. Their team works closely with clients to develop and execute tailored financial plans designed for their unique circumstances.
Cornerstone Wealth Planning is a comprehensive financial advisory firm in Charlotte led by Chris Knight, specializing in wealth management, financial planning, investment management, tax planning, and retirement planning. They guide clients through complex financial concepts with a focus on clarity, confidence, and consistency, offering a personalized 45-minute discovery meeting to understand each client's unique situation and goals.
Rhino Wealth Management is an independent financial advisory firm based in Belmont, NC, serving clients throughout the Charlotte metropolitan area. They provide comprehensive wealth management, investment management, retirement planning, and financial advisory services tailored to help individuals and families build and preserve wealth. The team focuses on personalized financial strategies and long-term client relationships.
Passport Wealth Management is a fee-only financial planning firm in Cornelius, NC, led by CFP® professionals who provide comprehensive, holistic financial planning tailored to each client's unique situation. They specialize in working with entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, retirees, and families across all life stages, offering services including investment management, retirement planning, tax-efficient investing, ESG investing, and factor-based investing. The firm collaborates with clients' attorneys, CPAs, and other advisors to create personalized strategies that align with their long-term goals.
King Wealth Partners is a financial advisory firm based in Rock Hill, SC, serving individuals and families seeking comprehensive wealth management and financial planning services. The firm helps clients build and protect their financial futures through personalized strategies tailored to their unique goals and circumstances. With a focus on professional guidance and client relationships, King Wealth Partners works to align investment strategies with long-term objectives.
Serenity Wealth Management is a fiduciary financial advisory firm based in Charlotte, NC, dedicated to helping individuals and families build and preserve wealth through personalized investment and retirement planning. As a fee-only advisor, they align their interests directly with clients by charging transparent fees rather than commissions, ensuring unbiased recommendations. Their team specializes in comprehensive financial planning, investment management, and retirement strategy tailored to each client's goals and life stage.
Greenway Wealth Advisors is an independent financial advisory firm in Charlotte specializing in comprehensive wealth management for individuals and families. They provide personalized investment management, retirement planning, and financial strategy services designed to help clients build and preserve wealth. The firm is committed to putting clients' interests first with a focus on long-term financial success.
Portus Wealth Advisors is an independent Registered Investment Advisor in Charlotte specializing in comprehensive financial planning for business owners with $5-50 million in revenue. Founded by Joe Pease and led by Certified Exit Planning Advisors, they guide business owners through exit strategies, business succession planning, retirement planning, investment management, tax planning, and wealth protection. Their core focus is helping entrepreneurs maximize business value and transition confidently to the next stage of life.
Admiralty Wealth Management is an independent financial advisory firm based in Waxhaw serving clients throughout the greater Charlotte region. They specialize in retirement planning, investment management, and personalized wealth strategies designed to help clients achieve long-term financial security. Their team focuses on building lasting relationships with clients through comprehensive financial guidance tailored to individual goals and circumstances.
YellowWood Wealth Solutions is an independent, fiduciary financial advisory firm in Charlotte specializing in comprehensive wealth management tailored to individual goals. Founded by advisors who left Wall Street, they offer three service tiers—YellowWood One (full financial planning and investment management), Roadmap (planning-focused), and Embark (investment-focused)—along with ongoing support in tax planning, estate planning, risk management, and financial forecasting. Their proprietary "Healthy Plan" process aligns your financial resources with your values to help you live a meaningful life now and in the future.
Cannon Advisors is an independent financial advisory firm in Charlotte specializing in comprehensive wealth management and financial planning for individuals and families. The team provides personalized investment management, retirement planning, and financial strategy tailored to each client's goals. They focus on long-term wealth building and helping clients navigate complex financial decisions with fiduciary accountability.
Blue Trust is an independent financial advisory firm in Charlotte specializing in comprehensive wealth management, investment planning, and retirement strategies for high-net-worth individuals and families. The firm combines personalized service with fiduciary-standard advice, helping clients build and protect their financial futures through evidence-based investment approaches and tax-efficient planning.
Vertex Capital Advisors is an independent financial advisory firm serving clients across the Carolinas with comprehensive wealth management and investment strategy. The team provides personalized financial planning, retirement strategy, investment management, and tax-efficient portfolio construction tailored to individual client goals. They work with individuals and families to build and preserve wealth through disciplined, customized financial guidance.
Advanced Wealth Strategies is a wealth management firm serving individuals, families, and businesses across the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas for over 11 years. They specialize in comprehensive financial planning including retirement planning, tax-advantaged investment strategies, 1031 exchanges, and alternative investments. AWS takes a holistic approach to wealth management, helping clients integrate all aspects of their financial life into a single, customized plan while minimizing tax impact and emotional decision-making.
A4 Wealth Advisors is an independent financial advisory firm in Huntersville serving clients throughout the Charlotte region. They provide comprehensive wealth management, investment management, and financial planning services tailored to individuals and families. The firm is dedicated to helping clients build and preserve wealth through personalized strategies aligned with their long-term goals.