CFP®-certified, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Bowling Green, KY
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 focused guidance, you might miss how to balance saving for education with other financial goals or misunderstand the impact of financial aid rules.
CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including education funding.
- Account type selection. Ask why they recommend a 529 plan versus a UTMA or other savings vehicle based on your family's needs.
- Contribution timing. Understand how they suggest scheduling contributions to maximize growth and tax benefits over time.
- Financial aid impact. Confirm they consider how savings accounts affect eligibility for college financial aid.
- Investment choices. Look for advisors who tailor investment options within education accounts to your timeline and risk comfort.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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David S
CFP®, Series 66
Bowling Green, KY
Edward Jones
David Smith's CFP® certification and seven years of experience at Edward Jones equip him to guide college savings strategies like 529 plans and UTMA accounts in Bowling Green, KY. His expertise extends to retirement planning and wealth management, serving diverse clients including military, veterans, and LGBTQIA individuals, with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him within a large firm network.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Sabina L
CFP®
Smiths Grove, KY
Avant-Garde Wealth
Sabina Lewis is a CFP®-certified advisor in Smiths Grove, KY, specializing in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, with eight years of experience and a background in education. As the sole advisor at Avant-Garde Wealth, she offers both ongoing and hourly financial planning, focusing on long-term, index-based investment strategies, which may appeal to clients seeking personalized attention and academic investment approaches.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $292,417
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Kevin C
CFP®, PFS™, Series 63, Series 66
Bowling Green, KY
LPL Financial
Kevin Counts offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by his CFP® and PFS™ credentials and 27 years of experience. Operating through LPL Financial, a large firm with diverse investment solutions, he provides flat-fee financial planning, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent pricing and seasoned guidance in Bowling Green, KY.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $399,489
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