Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Aurora, CO
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 custodial accounts. Without careful planning, you might miss out on how these accounts interact with financial aid calculations or state tax benefits. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what you'll pay upfront without surprises.
- Account type guidance. Confirm how they choose between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, or other options based on your goals and state rules.
- Financial aid impact. Ask how they factor in college savings when estimating your child's eligibility for aid.
- Investment approach. Look for advisors who adjust investments as college nears, balancing growth with risk reduction.
- Tax considerations. Since Colorado has a flat income tax, check how they optimize your savings for state tax benefits.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Zack G
CFP®
Denver, CO
True Riches Financial Planning
Zack Gutches specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in the Denver area near Aurora, CO. His approach combines tax-aware investment management with a Household CFO model, serving both individual and non-high-net-worth clients, and includes experience with socially responsible investing and tax preparation services, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on high-net-worth portfolios.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $655,488
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James H
CFP®, Series 66
Denver, CO
Western Wealth Management LLC
James Hasson offers flat-fee financial planning with expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making him well-suited for families in Aurora, CO seeking predictable costs. With 22 years of experience and CFP® certification, he operates through Western Wealth Management LLC, providing both comprehensive portfolio management and consulting services, which may include negotiable flat fees or percentage-based options, distinguishing him from advisors with more rigid fee structures.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $457,153
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Stephan D
Series 65
Centennial, CO
ELE Advisory Services, Inc
Stephan Dickens Greenaway specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning starting at $250, which suits families seeking predictable costs in Aurora-area. His firm, ELE Advisory Services, serves diverse clients including high-net-worth individuals and business owners, using fundamental analysis and personalized investment policies, distinguishing him from advisors with broader or less tailored approaches.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $117,049
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Brett H
Series 65
Foxfield, CO
VSI Capital Group
Brett Hickman specializes in college savings with a flat-fee structure, offering fixed fees up to $5,500 for project-based planning, which suits families seeking predictable costs in Aurora-area planning. His firm, VSI Capital Group, blends Modern Portfolio Theory with active and passive strategies, serving a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, and provides discretionary portfolio management alongside educational seminars.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $801,667
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Steven V
Series 63
Centennial, CO
LPL Financial
Steven Vansky's 28 years of experience and Series 63 designation equip him to guide college savings strategies using 529 plans and UTMA accounts in Aurora, CO. Operating within LPL Financial, a large firm offering extensive investment solutions and in-house research, he provides flat-fee financial planning and tax preparation services, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $399,489
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