Seasoned, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Bloomington, 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.
When you're planning for college expenses, you want an advisor who understands how to balance saving goals with your overall financial picture. A common mistake is focusing only on the savings vehicles without considering how they fit into your family's cash flow and tax situation.
- Tax implications. Ask how they navigate the tax benefits and limits of 529 plans and UTMA accounts to maximize your savings.
- Withdrawal strategies. Confirm they help plan the timing and order of withdrawals to minimize impact on financial aid and taxes.
- Experience with education costs. Look for advisors who consider tuition inflation and potential scholarships in their planning.
- Long-term coordination. Ensure they integrate college savings with retirement and other financial goals, not treating them in isolation.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Douglas H
Series 63, Series 65
Bloomington, IN
Cfci
Douglas Hughes brings 25 years of experience in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, making him well-equipped to address the complexities of education funding in Bloomington, IN. His affiliation with a large multi-advisor firm offering discretionary portfolio management and flexible fee structures, including flat fees and hourly rates, distinguishes him from others by providing tailored financial planning options and broad investment expertise.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $507,358
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Joseph W
Series 63, Series 66
Bloomington, IN
LPL Financial
Joseph Waltermann brings 23 years of experience in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, making him well-equipped to address education funding in Bloomington, IN. His affiliation with LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, supports a broad client base and diverse investment solutions, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Jeremy Z
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 66
Bloomington, IN
Charles Schwab
Jeremy Zeichner's 25 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® credentials equip him to manage college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs effectively in Bloomington, IN. Affiliated with Charles Schwab, he serves high-net-worth clients with a 0.80% AUM fee, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment options supported by multi-asset model portfolios, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 25 years
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