San Diego, CA
Sean O’Connor
Hi there! I’m Sean O’Connor, a Wealth Advisor from San Diego, California, specializing in income planning, tax management, life transitions, and other strategies for clients approaching or in retirement. My client's trust means everything to me. Whether it's cheering on their successes or counseling them during difficult periods, I love helping people navigate the complexity of financial decision-making.
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Erica Luchetti, a Senior Client Service Associate, offers over 15 years of experience in operations and client service within the financial, music, and automotive industries. Her career began as a temporary receptionist in financial services, where her adaptability secured a permanent assistant role, igniting her professional growth. Erica excels at supporting financial advisors by overseeing daily operations, promptly addressing client needs, managing onboarding and account transfers, executing investment transactions, and ensuring accurate data. She collaborates seamlessly with external professionals, such as custodians, CPAs, and estate attorneys, while upholding rigorous compliance with policies and regulations. Driven by a passion for exceptional client experiences, Erica seeks to optimize workflows and cultivates trusted relationships. Beyond work, she treasures family moments, adores animals, dives into books, enjoys live music, and recharges by the water in the sunlight, maintaining her vibrant energy.
At the foundation of my client relationships is a comprehensive financial plan that includes a complete balance sheet, cash flow projections, and investment recommendations.
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Retirement Planning
Transition into your golden years with confidence. Our goal is to see to it that you’re prepared for the unpredictable. Let us turn your retirement dreams into actionable plans.
UNDERSTAND YOUR INCOME STREAMS
Income Planning
Understand your income with an annual plan showing where cash flow is generated, and why. This weaves together social security, pensions, rental properties, and disbursements from your portfolio to meet your spending needs as efficiently as possible.
STRIVING TO MINIMIZE YOUR TAX BURDEN
Tax Optimization
We aim to take the ambiguity out of tax planning by utilizing tax-reducing strategies that encompass your full financial picture. We do it by putting together a game plan that is specific to your personal tax situation and retirement income plan.
STRATEGIC, DATA-DRIVEN INVESTING TO TARGET AMBITIOUS RESULTS
Investment Management
End-to-end investment management focused on tailoring portfolios to each client’s specific risk tolerance, tax situation, cash flow and liquidity needs.Our comprehensive approach will take into consideration all facets of your situation to give you the appropriate portfolios to execute your financial plan.
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Sean O’Connor is a Wealth Manager in San Diego, California, well-versed across retirement planning, investment risk management, tax optimization, legacy planning, and other strategies for pre-retirees and retirees.
In 2008, Sean graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Economics. His career began supporting his parents’ retirement planning advisor, whose business was growing. During the financial crisis, Sean witnessed firsthand that individuals with a plan generally had better outcomes compared to others who didn’t have a plan and let emotions drive financial decisions. This experience solidified Sean’s approach as a voice of reason in times of uncertainty by simplifying the complexities around financial decision-making.
Outside of work, Sean is happily married with four children. He also loves staying active by hiking, mountain biking, playing beach volleyball, skiing, and playing classical piano.
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How did you become a financial advisor?
In 2008, I graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. My parents’ retirement planning advisor had a growing business, so they gave me an opportunity to learn and support their business. During the financial crisis, I observed how many of our clients who had a plan in place tended to have generally better outcomes than individuals who let their emotions take over during financial decision-making. When I saw the impact I could have on clients' lives as a voice of reason during times of uncertainty, I knew I had found my career calling to help people navigate the complexity of financial decision making, especially in retirement.
What types of clients do you work with?
I primarily work with individuals and families who are approaching retirement or are already retired. For pre-retirees, I’m able to provide clarity for their financial picture and progress towards goals. For retirees, I’m able to provide peace of mind to clients who understand their money is being actively managed so they can live comfortably in retirement, without the fear of running out of money before they run out of time.
What areas of expertise do you have?
My expertise spans many areas across retirement planning, including income planning, tax optimization, and legacy planning. I also hold expertise in pension options analysis, asset transfer strategies, social security timing, and Roth conversion strategies.
What kinds of strategies do you help clients with?
I enjoy the autonomy and authority Savvy provides to do what is in the best interest of my clients at all times.
What is your favorite part of working with clients?
My favorite part about working with clients is the relationships and connections that I’ve built with them. I love the peace of mind my clients have knowing they have a plan in place, so they can focus on living their life, knowing that their money is being appropriately cared for.
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