Seasoned, planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Beaverton, OR
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.
When you have a child with special needs, planning for their long-term financial security is crucial, especially as you consider future care and support. Without focused expertise, advisors might overlook key benefits or funding options that can affect your child's quality of life.
- Government benefits navigation. Confirm how they help you understand and preserve eligibility for programs like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about their experience setting up trusts that protect assets without disqualifying your child from benefits.
- Education and therapy funding. Inquire how they plan for ongoing costs that standard education savings plans may not cover.
- Long-term care planning. Ensure they consider housing, healthcare, and support services your child may need as they age.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Andrew A
Series 63, Series 65
Portland, OR
Wells Fargo Advisors
Andrew Anderson's 34 years of experience and focus on planning for children with special needs equip him to address complex financial needs, including government benefits and special needs trusts. As a seasoned advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers access to extensive resources and tailored strategies, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or less institutional support.
Experience: 35 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Karen G
Series 63, Series 65
Vancouver, WA
Merrill
Karen Goulding brings 39 years of experience and specializes in planning for children with special needs, leveraging Merrill's extensive resources to navigate government benefits and establish special needs trusts. Located near Beaverton in Vancouver, WA, she also focuses on ESG investing and serves diverse clients including LGBTQIA and women professionals, offering a broad perspective compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Brandon W
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63
Portland, OR
Edward Jones
Brandon Wooters brings 26 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® credentials to planning for children with special needs, offering expertise in charitable giving and estate planning. Based in nearby Portland with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he provides a comprehensive approach with an annual fee up to 1.35%, suitable for clients seeking seasoned guidance within a broad service network.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $246,728
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