Seasoned, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Atlanta, GA
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.
You might be planning for your child's college expenses and want to make the most of tax-advantaged savings options like 529 plans or UTMA accounts. Without careful planning, you could miss opportunities to maximize growth or inadvertently affect financial aid eligibility.
- Account type guidance. Confirm how they help choose between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, or other vehicles based on your family's financial situation.
- Contribution strategy. Ask how they recommend timing and sizing contributions to balance growth potential with your cash flow.
- Financial aid impact. Understand how they model savings plans' effects on your child's eligibility for need-based aid.
- Tax considerations. Inquire about strategies to optimize tax benefits while avoiding pitfalls that could reduce your savings' effectiveness.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Mark J
Series 63, Series 65
Atlanta, GA
LPL Financial
Mark Johnson's 41 years of experience and expertise in college savings plans, including 529s and UTMA accounts, make him well-equipped to guide Atlanta families through tax-advantaged education funding. Operating within LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning and a broad client base, he combines seasoned insight with access to extensive research and diverse investment solutions.
Experience: 41 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Diamond F
Series 66
Atlanta, GA
Charles Schwab
Diamond Ferguson's 23 years of experience and expertise in college savings, multi-state taxation, and private investments position him well to guide Atlanta families through 529 plans and UTMA accounts. Working with Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers a 0.80% AUM fee and access to multi-asset model portfolios, differentiating him from advisors at smaller firms or with narrower investment approaches.
Experience: 23 years
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Gary G
Series 63, Series 65
Atlanta, GA
The Marin Group Inc.
Gary Gerald offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 22 years of experience in Atlanta. His firm, The Marin Group Inc., serves individual and high-net-worth clients with discretionary portfolio management using a proprietary Cycle Investing approach, and he provides flat-fee financial planning starting at $2,500, distinguishing him from advisors with traditional AUM fees.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $901,872
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Michael M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Atlanta, GA
CPC Advisors, LLC
Michael Mccool offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 24 years of experience and CFP® certification. His firm, CPC Advisors, employs a model-driven investment approach with a flat-fee structure and serves a diverse client base, providing a comprehensive planning scope that may suit families seeking detailed, long-term college funding solutions in Atlanta.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $1,640,663
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Paul C
Series 66
Atlanta, GA
Empower Advisory Group
Paul Cimino brings 24 years of experience and a Series 66 designation to college savings planning in Atlanta, specializing in 529 plans and UTMA accounts. Working with Empower Advisory Group, a large firm offering flat-fee and subscription pricing, he supports employer-sponsored retirement plan participants and retail clients, providing integrated financial planning and managed account options that differentiate him from other advisors.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $565,063
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