Joseph D. Stabile, CFP®, CEPA

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Coast Financial Joseph D. Stabile, CFP®, CEPA
Jersey City, NJ

Serving Clients Nationwide

Financial advice for entrepreneurs and executives earning $500k+

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Areas of Focus

  • Education Funding
  • Equity Compensation Options
  • Estate Planning
  • Financial Life Planning
  • Investment Management
  • Owning a Business
  • Real Estate Investing
  • Retirement Planning
  • Taxes

About Joseph D. Stabile, CFP®, CEPA

Joseph "Joe" Stabile founded Coast Financial with a clear mission: to deliver the truly personalized financial advice that's missing in today's industry. After 6+ years navigating complex planning situations, he recognized that most clients weren't getting guidance tailored to their whole lives—just fragmented solutions. By establishing his independent firm under Forefront Advisor Network, Joe gained the freedom to focus on what matters: comprehensive strategies that align with how you actually live, work, and plan for the future.

If you ask Joe what he loves most about being a financial planner, he would tell you it’s the impact he gets to make on those he meets. Everyone has financial decisions they need to make but often don’t know how to take the first step. They are seeking a trusted source to help them break through the noise and all the varying information that’s out there to find the right financial advice for them. And that’s where Joe feels he provides the most value, educating his clients and helping them make the best decisions for them.

Joe graduated from The College of New Jersey with Bachelor Degree in Finance. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional (CFP®) and also holds the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designation.

Outside of the office, he enjoys fitness, staying active, and spending time with his family and friends. He is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Western Monmouth and is passionate about making his community and the world a better place for children so they can thrive.

Joe is a firm believer that, “to receive, individuals must give.”

Professional Designations

  • Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA)
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ®
  • Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)

Primary Location

Jersey City, New Jersey

Meeting Options

  • Video Conference
  • In-Person
  • Phone

Compensation Methods

  • Fee Only
  • Flat Fee
  • One-time Financial Plan

What to expect in the first meeting

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Offers Investment Management

Yes

About Coast Financial

Coast Financial is a modern financial planning firm built to serve entrepreneurs and executives earning $500k+ who are navigating life’s most important financial decisions.

We work with clients from coast to coast and focus on delivering guidance that brings multiple parts of a client’s financial life together in a clear, organized way. Coast Financial operates as a DBA of Forefront Advisor Network, an investment adviser registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

We believe financial planning should feel personal, practical, and aligned with the life you want to build. Rather than offering one size fits all recommendations, we take time to understand what matters most to each client and tailor planning and advice around their goals, values, and priorities.

Our approach emphasizes comprehensive financial planning that connects key areas like taxes, investments, and cash flow into a cohesive strategy. We help clients simplify complexity, make informed decisions, and build a plan that supports both near term needs and long term outcomes.

We provide proactive guidance designed to evolve with each client’s life. Our work can include investment management, retirement planning, and broader planning conversations that help clients stay focused, stay organized, and adjust as circumstances change.

We also believe education is an important part of the advisory relationship. We support clients with resources and ongoing communication so they can better understand the decisions they are making and feel more confident in the direction of their financial plan.

At Coast Financial, we partner with clients who want a trusted advisor to help them move forward with clarity and confidence. Our goal is to help clients build a stronger financial foundation and make progress toward long term financial independence.

Education

The College of New Jersey, Bachelor of Science - BS, Finance, General

Hobbies and Interests

  • Exercising
  • Family

Who We Serve

  • Baby Boomers
  • Business Owners
  • Corporate Executives
  • Dual Income Family
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Gen X
  • Healthcare Professionals
  • Real Estate Agents
  • Real Estate Investors
  • Technology Professionals

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Great Relationship

✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Feb 6, 2026
Joe has been a pleasure to work with. We are going into our second year together. His communication is top notch. He’s very knowledgeable and always sharing new information he learns. In our first year he’s helped me through home buying, a growing business, tax strategies and planning, planning for my young son and another baby on the way. Very happy to have this relationship and excited to grow with Joe over the years.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Feb 6, 2026
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
Disclosure: Each client's situation will vary. Experiences highlighted here may not be indicative of those of most clients and may be different from those experienced in the future.
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C. B.

A Financial Planner You Can Trust and Rely On

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Feb 6, 2026
Hiring Joe has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. He brings a clear, structured process, is extremely organized, and helped me build a financial plan and long-term trajectory I feel genuinely confident in. I’ve worked with Joe for over a year, and during that time I’ve gone through job and compensation changes. Each time, he was quick to adjust my plan, proactively walk through the implications, and even review related documents to make sure I was making smart decisions. Joe is thoughtful, responsive, and steady—exactly what you want in a financial planner. I’ve already recommended him to colleagues and friends, and wouldn’t hesitate to do so again.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Feb 6, 2026
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
Disclosure: Each client's situation will vary. Experiences highlighted here may not be indicative of those of most clients and may be different from those experienced in the future.
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Kasey

Very Happy Client

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Feb 6, 2026
I’ve been a client of Joe’s for about 3 years now. He’s professional and very knowledgeable. He Takes the time to understand what you want, answer any of your questions and clearly explain his thought process. I’ve made significant progress and diversification solely thanks to Joe’s hard work.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Feb 6, 2026
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
Disclosure: Each client's situation will vary. Experiences highlighted here may not be indicative of those of most clients and may be different from those experienced in the future.
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Anonymous

Joe is very knowledgeable and helpful!

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Feb 6, 2026
I have been a client of Joe’s for a little over two years now. He’s very professional, knowledgeable, and really helps you understand everything. He always takes his time to check in and is available any time I have a question about something . I feel safe and comfortable knowing that I am in good hands with Joe! I would highly recommend Joe to anyone who is looking for a financial advisor!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Feb 6, 2026
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
Disclosure: Each client's situation will vary. Experiences highlighted here may not be indicative of those of most clients and may be different from those experienced in the future.
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Lynn Curry

Joe is so knowledgeable

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Feb 5, 2026
Joe is professional, responsive, and easy to work with. He breaks things down in a way that actually makes sense. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a financial advisor.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Feb 5, 2026
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
Disclosure: Each client's situation will vary. Experiences highlighted here may not be indicative of those of most clients and may be different from those experienced in the future.
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