Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Anderson, IN
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
Saving for college often starts when you want to make the most of tax-advantaged accounts like 529 plans or UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts. Without careful planning, you might miss out on how these accounts affect your financial aid eligibility or tax situation.
- Account type guidance. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, especially how they balance tax benefits with your family's financial picture.
- Contribution strategy. Ask how they suggest timing and sizing contributions to maximize growth while keeping flexibility for changing college plans.
- Financial aid impact. Understand how your savings might influence aid eligibility and what strategies the advisor uses to minimize negative effects.
- Flat-fee clarity. Since these advisors charge a set fee, check how that fee covers ongoing advice and adjustments as your college savings goals evolve.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Joshua W
Series 65
Fishers, IN
Wright Planning, LLC
Joshua Walker specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee, project-based financial planning up to $6,000, which suits families seeking clear cost structures. Based in Fishers, IN, he brings a unique perspective as a founder/business owner and integrates fundamental and technical analysis within a Modern Portfolio Theory framework, differentiating him from advisors focused solely on investment management.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $618,660
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Christopher W
Series 63, Series 65
Noblesville, IN
Empower Advisory Group
Christopher Williams offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 17 years of industry experience and Series 63 and 65 licenses. Operating from Noblesville, IN, he provides flat-fee options with one-time fees ranging from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions, backed by Empower Advisory Group's large-firm resources and integrated investment approach focused on long-term returns and annual rebalancing.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $565,063
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John C
Series 63, Series 66
Anderson, IN
LPL Financial
John Compton specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 30 years of industry experience and flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial in Anderson, IN. His affiliation with a large firm offers access to extensive investment solutions and research, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or less comprehensive resources.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Stephen S
Series 63
Pendleton, IN
ON Investment Management CO
Stephen Schug offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts with a flat-fee option up to $5,000 annually, suitable for families in Anderson, IN seeking clear cost structures. With 39 years of experience and a background in retirement and income strategy, he provides seasoned guidance through On Investment Management Company, which serves diverse clients with both discretionary and non-discretionary investment approaches.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $319,610
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Lauren W
CFP®, Series 66
Pendleton, IN
SecurEstate
Lauren Werckenthien offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by her CFP® certification and eight years of experience. Operating from Pendleton, IN, she provides flat-fee financial planning ranging from $500 to $5,000, combining fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory to tailor strategies for individual and high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $383,909
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