Hourly financial advisors in New York
How do I find fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York?
In New York, look for a fee-only advisor who bills for the time you use, with no need to move your accounts. Hourly work suits a single question, a second opinion, or people who manage their own money. Records to start with include Courtney McKenna of Altfest Personal Wealth Management, Chad Chase of CGN Advisors, LLC and Shane Mason of Brooklyn FI.
Where to start
Chosen from what each record shows: credentials and fees on file, one advisor per firm.
- Courtney McKenna Altfest Personal Wealth Management, New York City Holds the CFP, CFA and CPA. Fees on file: ongoing planning fee.
- Chad Chase CGN Advisors, LLC, Brooklyn Holds the CFP, CFA and CPA. Fees on file: ongoing planning fee.
- Shane Mason Brooklyn FI, Brooklyn Holds the CFP, CPA and EA. Fees on file: percentage of assets, ongoing planning fee.
- J. Scott Kittrell Modera Wealth Management, LLC, New York City Holds the CFP, CFA and CPA. Fees on file: percentage of assets, flat fee or retainer.
- Fabian Degen FMD Wealth Advisors, White Plains Holds the CFP, CFA and EA. Fees on file: hourly, percentage of assets.
- Jose Vivero United Financial Planning Group, LLC, New York City Holds the CFP, CPA and EA. Fees on file: percentage of assets, hourly.
By the numbers
- Advisors listed
- 647
- Firms
- 333
- Cities
- 144
- Hold the CFP
- 41%
- Other credentials: CFA 9% · CPA 2% · EA 2%
- How they charge (of 647 with fees on file): percentage of assets 91% · hourly 89% · fixed fees 70% · ongoing planning fee 8%
Source: Wellspent public graph, data as of . Shares are of advisors listed here; an advisor can hold several credentials or fee types. Methodology
Hourly financial advisors by state
- California (1,823)
- Texas (1,103)
- Florida (852)
- Pennsylvania (590)
- Massachusetts (559)
- Virginia (501)
- Washington (495)
- Colorado (475)
- Ohio (451)
- Georgia (442)
- Illinois (441)
- North Carolina (435)
- Michigan (377)
- Tennessee (363)
- Maryland (355)
- Oregon (342)
- Arizona (301)
- New Jersey (288)
- Indiana (264)
- Wisconsin (248)
- Minnesota (233)
- Connecticut (230)
- Kansas (217)
- Utah (215)
- Missouri (213)
- South Carolina (184)
- Oklahoma (130)
- Alabama (128)
- Iowa (119)
- Idaho (113)
- New Hampshire (107)
- Louisiana (90)
- Nebraska (89)
- Nevada (87)
- Maine (84)
- Kentucky (83)
- Arkansas (74)
- Vermont (69)
- Delaware (67)
- Mississippi (59)
- Rhode Island (46)
- Montana (41)
- Hawaii (36)
- New Mexico (35)
- District of Columbia (30)
- Alaska (29)
- South Dakota (26)
- Wyoming (26)
Questions about hourly financial advisors
How many fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York are there?
The Wellspent public graph lists 647 fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York, at 333 firms. We counted every advisor record that fits, as of November 2026.
Where are fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York located?
Of the 647 fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York, 179 are in New York, followed by 29 in Brooklyn and 29 in Syracuse.
How do fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York charge?
The most common fee among fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York is a percentage of assets, used by 91% of the 647 with fees on file. Many use more than one: 89% charge by the hour and 70% charge fixed fees.
How many fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York hold the CFP?
41% of the 647 fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York hold the CFP certification, based on the credentials listed on each record.
How much do fee-only financial advisors charge in New York?
Fee-only financial advisors in New York charge a median of $3,600 a year for ongoing planning. We found this across the published prices of 33 New York firms.
How much does a one-time financial plan cost in New York?
A one-time financial plan from a fee-only firm in New York has a median price of $2,500. We found this across the published prices of 31 New York firms.
How does Wellspent decide who counts as fee-only advisors who charge by the hour?
We count an advisor as hourly when their listing or their firm's Form ADV says the firm charges by the hour.
What should I ask fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York?
What's your hourly rate, and how many hours would my question take? Do you have a minimum number of hours? Will I get a written plan or only a conversation? Do you also offer ongoing work if I want it later?
How current is this list of fee-only advisors who charge by the hour in New York?
Wellspent last checked these records against SEC records in October 2026 and firm websites in October 2026. Each advisor's page shows the date for that record.
All 647 advisors
| Advisor | Firm | City | Credentials | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Igor Aronov Flat-fee and hourly planning that helps professionals, business owners and families sort through overlapping decisions during busy career and family years. | FAR Financial | Brooklyn | CFP | One-time planning fee, Hourly |
| Amir Noor | N Financial Plans | Huntington | CFP, CRPS, EA | Hourly, Ongoing planning fee |
| Andrew Altfest | Altfest Personal Wealth Management | New York | CFP, MBA | Ongoing planning fee |
| Chris Haigh | Iconoclastic Capital Management LLC | Brooklyn | CFP, ChFC, RICP | Percentage of assets, Ongoing planning fee |
| Christopher Marrone | Marrone Wealth Management LLC | New York | CFP | Ongoing planning fee, One-time planning fee |
| Courtney McKenna | Altfest Personal Wealth Management | New York | CFP, CLU, CFA, CPA/PFS | Ongoing planning fee |
| Fabian Degen | FMD Wealth Advisors | White Plains | CFP, CFA, EA, CDFA | Hourly, Percentage of assets |
| Gabriel Kaplan | Wealth Habits | White Plains | CFP, CPA, MBA | Percentage of assets, Ongoing planning fee |
| Gene Thompson | Iconoclastic Capital Management | Brooklyn | CFP, ChFC, RICP, Certified Student Loan Professional | Percentage of assets, Ongoing planning fee |
| Jared Paul | Capable Wealth | Albany | CFP, CIMA | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Philip Murphy Independent, advice-only planning for people saving, investing or facing transitions like retirement, a new career or a health challenge. | IndiePlan LLC | Albany | CFP, CFA | Subscription, One-time planning fee |
| Tracy Sherwood | Sherwood Financial Management | Williamsville | CFP | Ongoing planning fee, One-time planning fee |
| Zachary Zwillinger | ZZ Planning LLC | New York | CFP, JD | Flat fee or retainer, Ongoing planning fee |
| Ally Jane Ayers | Brooklyn FI, LLC | Brooklyn | CFP, EA | Percentage of assets, Ongoing planning fee |
| Barbara Clemons Personal financial planning and money education workshops that address both the technical and emotional sides of financial decisions. | Clemons Financial Education Company | Fairport | CFP, CLU, ChFC, CASL | One-time planning fee, Hourly |
| Brett Koeppel | Eudaimonia Wealth LLC | Buffalo | CFP | Percentage of assets |
| Chad Chase | CGN Advisors, LLC | Brooklyn | CFP, MBA, CFA, BA | Ongoing planning fee |
| Christopher Congema | Landmark Wealth Management, LLC | New York | CFP | Percentage of assets |
| Gabriel Markiz | Portland Financial Advisors, Inc. | Port Washington | CFP, CPA/PFS, MSFP | Hourly, One-time planning fee |
| J. Scott Kittrell | Modera Wealth Management, LLC | New York | CFP, CFA, ACA, EA | Percentage of assets, Flat fee or retainer |
| Jennifer Kang | JWK Financial | New York | CFP | Flat fee or retainer, Ongoing planning fee |
| Paul Coleman Iii | Free Time Financial LLC | Orchard Park | CFP | Flat fee or retainer, Ongoing planning fee |
| Shane Mason | Brooklyn FI | Brooklyn | CFP, CPA/PFS, CPWA, EA | Percentage of assets, Ongoing planning fee |
| Allison Vanaski | Arcadia Wealth Management | New York | CFP | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Gerry Barrasso | United Financial Planning Group | Hauppauge | CFP, CPA, MBA, PFS | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Jose Vivero | United Financial Planning Group, LLC | New York | CFP, ChFC, CLU, RICP | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Kerry Mayo | Capital Financial Advisors of New York, LLC | Clifton Park | CFP, MA, MBA | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Matthew McKee | Target Rock Wealth Management | New York | CFA, CFP, MBA | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Richard McCormack | School of Personal Finance | Yorktown Heights | CFP, RICP | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Ryan Derousseau | United Financial Planning Group | Hauppauge | CFP, EA | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Sara Stanich | Cultivating Wealth | Brooklyn | CFP, CDFA, MBA | Percentage of assets, Flat fee or retainer |
| Cristina Guglielmetti | Future Perfect Planning, LLC | Brooklyn | CFP, EA, MBA | Percentage of assets, Ongoing planning fee |
| David Rosenstrock | Wharton Wealth Planning | New York | CFP, MBA | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Kenneth Robinson | Sax Wealth Advisors, LLC | New York | CFP, JD, CPA, CFA | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Marc Vorchheimer | Integrated Financial Consulting | Monsey | CFP | Ongoing planning fee, One-time planning fee |
| Michael Robertson | Shelterbelt Advisors | Red Hook | CFP | One-time planning fee, Ongoing planning fee |
| Rahimul Taher | Taher Financial Planning | Brooklyn | CFP, EA | Flat fee or retainer, Ongoing planning fee |
| Arthur Flores | Flores Wealth Planning, LLC | New York | CFP | Hourly, Flat fee or retainer |
| Cindy Golub | G-Squared Advisory LLC | Mamaroneck | CFP, MBA | Hourly, Fixed fees |
| Cynthia Flannigan | MainStreet Financial Planning, Inc. | New York | CFP | Ongoing planning fee, One-time planning fee |
| Jeffrey Wolniewicz | Under Par Planning | Buffalo | CFP, ChFC, CLU, MBA | Ongoing planning fee, Percentage of assets |
| John Belluardo | Stewardship Financial Services, Inc. | Irvington | ChFC, MS | Flat fee or retainer, Hourly |
| Katherine Young | Yearwood Young Advisors LLC | Brooklyn | CFA, CFP | Ongoing planning fee, Percentage of assets |
| Laura Hemphill | LEH Advisors LLC | New York | CFP | One-time planning fee, Flat fee or retainer |
| Luis Rosa | Build a Better Financial Future LLC | White Plains | CFP, EA | Percentage of assets, Flat fee or retainer |
| Dorie Fain | &Wealth | New York | CFP | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Maha Gannavaram | Unique Financial Advisors | New York | CFP, EA, MSFP | Ongoing planning fee |
| Rachel Sloan | Sloan Advisory Group, Inc. | Glens Falls | CFP, CRPC | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Salvatore Paternico | W&S Management Services | Rochester | CFP, ChFC | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
| Scott Weiss | Weiss Financial Group | Mahopac | CFP, CRPC, AAMS, APMA | Percentage of assets, Hourly |
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