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Financial advisors for equity compensation in Ohio

Which financial advisor should I talk to about equity compensation in Ohio?

For equity compensation in Ohio, talk to a fee-only planner who models grants as part of the whole plan, not one who only manages the portfolio. The strongest fit pairs planning with tax depth, because most costly mistakes here are tax timing mistakes. Records to start with include Joshua Gallogly of Milestones Financial, LLC, Lauren Matthiessen of LeClair Wealth Partners and Eric Ross of F2 Wealth.

Where to start

Chosen from what each record shows: credentials that fit this work and fees on file, one advisor per firm.

  • Joshua Gallogly Milestones Financial, LLC, Columbus Holds the EA and CFP. Fees on file: one-time planning fee, hourly.
  • Lauren Matthiessen LeClair Wealth Partners, Dublin Holds the CFP. Fees on file: percentage of assets, flat fee or retainer.
  • Eric Ross F2 Wealth, Cincinnati Holds the CFP. Fees on file: percentage of assets, flat fee or retainer.
  • Andrew Tisler Epic Financial, Hudson Holds the CFP. Fees on file: percentage of assets, ongoing planning fee.
  • Matt Garasic Unrivaled Wealth Management, Salem Holds the CFP. Fees on file: percentage of assets.
  • Andrew Woodard THOR Wealth Management, Cincinnati Holds the CFA. Fees on file: percentage of assets, fixed fees.

How many fee-only financial advisors in Ohio work on equity compensation?

The Wellspent public graph lists 45 fee-only advisors for equity compensation in Ohio, at 17 firms. We counted every advisor record that lists this work, as of October 2026.

Where are fee-only advisors for equity compensation in Ohio located?

Of the 45 fee-only advisors for equity compensation in Ohio, 22 are in Cincinnati, followed by 6 in Columbus and 4 in Mayfield Heights.

  • Cincinnati 22
  • Columbus 6
  • Mayfield Heights 4
  • Grove City 4
  • Dublin 3

Plus 6 in other cities.

How do fee-only advisors for equity compensation in Ohio charge?

The most common fee among fee-only advisors for equity compensation in Ohio is a percentage of assets, used by 98% of the 45 with fees on file. Many use more than one: 71% charge fixed fees and 51% charge by the hour.

How much do fee-only financial advisors charge in Ohio?

Fee-only financial advisors in Ohio charge a median of $3,000 a year for ongoing planning. We found this across the published prices of 19 Ohio firms.

How much does a one-time financial plan cost in Ohio?

A one-time financial plan from a fee-only firm in Ohio has a median price of $1,500. We found this across the published prices of 15 Ohio firms.

See every fee-only advisor fee in Ohio

What credentials should a financial advisor for equity compensation have?

For equity compensation, look for the EA, CFP and CFA. In Ohio, 49% of the 45 advisors listed hold the CFP.

EA2% in Ohio
Enrolled agents are licensed to represent taxpayers, which matters for AMT and withholding gaps.
CFP49% in Ohio
The CFP covers the full plan the grants have to fit into.
CFA7% in Ohio
The CFA helps with concentrated stock and diversification.

How do Ohio advisors for equity compensation compare with the rest of the US?

71% of fee-only advisors for equity compensation in Ohio charge fixed fees, compared with 37% of the 1,349 listed across the US. That's the largest difference in the Wellspent public graph between the two groups.

  • Hold the EA 2% 3%
  • Hold the CFP 49% 53%
  • Hold the CFA 7% 12%
  • Charge a percentage of assets 98% 85%
  • Charge fixed fees 71% 37%
  • Charge by the hour 51% 39%

Dark bars are Ohio. Light bars are all US advisors for equity compensation.

Does Ohio tax income on top of federal tax?

Yes. Ohio has a state income tax, so a financial plan for a Ohio resident should project it alongside federal tax.

Is there a local income tax in Ohio?

Yes. In Ohio, many cities add a local income tax.

What happens to stock pay if you move to or from Ohio?

States often tax stock pay based on where you worked between grant and vesting, so a move to or from Ohio can split that income across states. Tell any advisor about moves during a vesting period.

What should I ask a financial advisor about equity compensation in Ohio?

  1. How many clients do you have with my type of equity (RSUs, ISOs, NSOs, or ESPP)?
  2. How will you handle the gap between the 22% federal withholding on vesting and my actual tax rate?
  3. If I hold ISOs, how do you model AMT before I exercise?
  4. What's your plan for reducing my company stock, and how would you time the sales?
  5. How do you account for local income tax where I live and work?
  6. If I move before my grants vest, which states can tax them?

How current is this list of fee-only advisors for equity compensation in Ohio?

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 45 advisors

Fee-only advisors for equity compensation in Ohio: advisor, firm, city, credentials, and fees
AdvisorFirmCityCredentialsFees
Eric Ross Modern wealth management integrating financial planning, tax planning, and investment management to help you live your best life. F2 Wealth Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Flat fee or retainer
Joshua Gallogly Advice-only, tax-focused retirement planning for DIY investors and retirees who want to keep managing their own accounts. Milestones Financial, LLC Columbus CFP, EA One-time planning fee, Hourly
Matt Garasic Unrivaled Wealth Management Salem CFP Percentage of assets
Andrew Tisler Epic Financial Hudson CFP Percentage of assets, Ongoing planning fee
Darren Wurz Wurz Financial Services Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Hourly
Stacia Bearden Wurz Financial Services Holland CFP Percentage of assets, Hourly
Douglas Loftus Wealth Dimensions Group Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Hourly
Eric Loftus Wealth Dimensions Group Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Hourly
Erik Smith Wealth Dimensions Group Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Hourly
James Rice Capital Asset Management Columbus CFP, ChFC Percentage of assets
Robert Feather Wealth Dimensions Group Cincinnati CFP, ChFC Percentage of assets, Hourly
Thomas Cooney Wealth Dimensions Group Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Hourly
Thomas Curti Wealth Dimensions Group Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Hourly
Thomas Schiller Wealth Dimensions Group Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Hourly
Adam Smetzer Sky Vision Wealth Columbus CFP Percentage of assets
Anthony Weaver THOR Wealth Management Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
David Holwadel Heritage Wealth Advisors Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
Jeffrey Thompson Heritage Wealth Advisors Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
Justin Neuwirt Neu Wealth Group New Albany CFP Percentage of assets, Hourly
Lauren Matthiessen LeClair Wealth Partners Dublin CFP Percentage of assets, Flat fee or retainer
Lindsey Meredith Heritage Wealth Advisors Cincinnati CFP Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
Jason Marsh Cognition Financial Dublin Not listed Percentage of assets, Ongoing planning fee
Ronald Bates St. Clair Advisors Mayfield Heights CFP, PFS Percentage of assets, Hourly
Travis Wurz Wurz Financial Services Holland Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly
Andrew Molnar THOR Wealth Management Cincinnati CFA Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
Andrew Woodard THOR Wealth Management Cincinnati CFA Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
James Stechschulte THOR Wealth Management Cincinnati CFA Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
Tyler Purcell We handle the heavy-lifting of navigating investment, tax, estate and financial planning so you can focus on the things that you love with the people you love. Balance Wealth Columbus Not listed Percentage of assets, One-time planning fee
Christopher Fry Capital Asset Management Columbus Not listed Percentage of assets
Daniel Vogelpohl Wealth Dimensions Group Cincinnati Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly
Sean Paddock Wealth Dimensions Group Cincinnati Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly
Allisha Curtis THOR Wealth Management Cincinnati Not listed Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
Garrett Thompson Sky Vision Wealth Columbus Not listed Percentage of assets
Gregory Luke THOR Wealth Management Cincinnati Not listed Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
James Gore THOR Wealth Management Cincinnati Not listed Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
Mark Kleespies THOR Wealth Management Cincinnati Not listed Percentage of assets, Fixed fees
Mitchell Towne LeClair Wealth Partners Dublin Not listed Percentage of assets, Flat fee or retainer
Roman Skurdal Ceva Advisors Beavercreek Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly
Craig Steinbrink St. Clair Advisors Mayfield Heights Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly
David Sommer St. Clair Advisors Mayfield Heights Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly
Fred Botek St. Clair Advisors Mayfield Heights Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly
Danny Colburn Colburn Wealth Management, LLC. Grove City Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly
Edward Daniels Colburn Wealth Management, LLC. Grove City Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly
Paul Chapman Colburn Wealth Management, LLC. Grove City Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly
Robert Gabel Colburn Wealth Management, LLC. Grove City Not listed Percentage of assets, Hourly

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