Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Chesapeake, VA
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 a clear plan, you might miss out on how these accounts affect your financial aid eligibility or future tax bills. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprises.
- Account type guidance. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, considering your family's financial situation.
- Financial aid impact. Ask how your savings strategy might influence your child's eligibility for need-based aid.
- Investment approach. Look for advisors who adjust investments as your child gets closer to college age, balancing growth and risk.
- Withdrawal strategy. Understand how they plan distributions to minimize taxes and maximize aid benefits.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Wesley S
Series 66
Chesapeake, VA
LPL Financial
Wesley Stout specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial in Chesapeake, VA. With 13 years of experience and a Series 66 license, he brings expertise in wealth management and tax-loss harvesting, supported by a large firm's research resources, which may provide broader investment options compared to smaller practices.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Philip T
Series 65
Chesapeake, VA
Tull Financial Group, Inc.
Philip Tull offers flat-fee financial planning in Chesapeake, VA, with expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by five years of industry experience and a Series 65 designation. His firm employs a tactical asset allocation strategy blending passive and active investments, focusing on multi-generational planning and client education, which may provide a balanced approach compared to advisors with different investment methods or fee structures.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $1,217,966
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Eugene J
Series 63, Series 66
Chesapeake, VA
Empower Advisory Group
Eugene Jackson IV specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee options with one-time fees ranging from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions of $15 or $29. Based in Chesapeake, VA, he brings over ten years of experience and works within Empower Advisory Group, a large firm focused on long-term portfolio returns and integrated retirement plan services, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Stephen H
ChFC®, Series 63
Norfolk, VA
Advisory Alpha, LLC
Stephen Harlow offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 32 years of experience and ChFC® credentials. Operating from Norfolk, VA, he provides flat-fee financial planning with negotiable fixed fees ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, serving both individual and high-net-worth clients through Advisory Alpha, LLC, which also offers diverse portfolio management and retirement plan services.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $269,985
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Drew H
CFP®, Series 65
Virginia Beach, VA
Alperin Financial Solutions, LLC
Drew Hanessian specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning with a one-time onboarding fee, which suits families seeking predictable costs. Based in Norfolk, VA, he brings a disciplined, passive investment approach rooted in Modern Portfolio Theory and serves young-to-mid-career professionals, differentiating him with a focus on tax efficiency and diversified portfolios.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $957,447
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