Top planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Chapel Hill, NC
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 costs. 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 access and maintain eligibility for programs like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about setting up trusts that protect your child's assets without jeopardizing benefits.
- Education and therapy funding. Inquire how they plan for ongoing costs that standard education savings plans might not cover.
- Family involvement. See if they include siblings or other relatives in planning to ensure coordinated support over time.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brandon H
Series 66
Chapel Hill, NC
Wells Fargo Advisors
Brandon Harris specializes in planning for children with special needs and brings 22 years of experience from large firms like Wells Fargo Advisors and Morgan Stanley, offering access to sophisticated financial tools and retirement plan consulting. His background as a founder and focus on high-net-worth clients differentiate him by combining personalized service with institutional resources, suitable for families seeking comprehensive, IPS-driven investment strategies in Chapel Hill.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Jessica V
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Carrboro, NC
Edward Jones
Jessica Villagrana's 14 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to address the complex financial planning needs for children with special needs, including estate and business succession planning. Based in Carrboro, NC, she works with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, offering a comprehensive advisory program with fees up to 1.35% annually, which may suit clients seeking robust institutional support.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $246,728
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William H
Series 66
Raleigh, NC
Merrill
William Hollingsworth offers expertise in planning for children with special needs, supported by his focus on family wealth management and legacy planning at Merrill, a large firm. His approach integrates college savings and retirement planning, with a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million, distinguishing him through access to extensive investment insights and banking services in the Raleigh area.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $860,085
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