CFP®-certified, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Chino, CA
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 lock in tuition costs or prepare for upcoming education expenses. Without careful planning, you might miss out on tax advantages or flexible account options that fit your family's needs. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including education savings.
- Account type guidance. Confirm they explain differences between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, and other options, focusing on tax benefits and control.
- State tax impact. Ask how California's tax rules and Proposition 13 affect your savings strategy and potential property tax implications.
- Withdrawal planning. Ensure they help coordinate distributions with financial aid timing and education expenses to avoid penalties.
- Investment approach. Look for advisors who adjust investment risk as your child nears college age, balancing growth and preservation.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Lauren A
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Ontario, CA
Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC
Lauren Althaus brings 33 years of experience and CFP® certification to college savings planning, including 529 and UTMA accounts, making her well-equipped to navigate California's tax implications and education expense timing. As a partner at Thrivent Advisor Network, she offers customized asset allocations with low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, and her fee structure is negotiable up to 2% annually, providing flexibility compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $457,966
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Michael M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Diamond Bar, CA
LLG Wealth Management
Michael Martinez, a CFP® with 16 years of experience, specializes in college savings plans including 529s and UTMAs, offering tailored guidance on tax benefits and investment risk adjustments as college approaches. Based in Diamond Bar, CA, he leads LLG Wealth Management, which combines fundamental and technical analysis with modern portfolio principles, serving a diverse client base including individuals and trusts.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $632,725
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Louis G
VerifiedCFP®
Montclair, CA
Moonshot Planning LLC
Louis Guajardo, a CFP® professional based near Chino in Montclair, CA, specializes in college savings plans including 529s and UTMA accounts, offering tailored guidance on tax benefits and investment risk adjustments as children approach college age. His independent, flat-fee firm serves individuals and business owners with comprehensive planning and socially responsible investment options, distinguishing him through a blend of personalized service and modern portfolio theory.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $111,353
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Morgan F
CFP®, CFA®, Series 66
Corona, CA
Pacific Capital
Morgan Fippinger offers expertise in college savings plans, including 529s and UTMAs, supported by his CFP® and CFA® credentials and nine years of experience. Based in nearby Corona, CA, he works with Pacific Capital, a firm serving high-net-worth clients with a disciplined, multi-strategy investment approach and negotiable flat-fee financial planning, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on traditional fee structures or less comprehensive services.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $11,232,175
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Marshall J
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Norco, CA
LPL Financial
Marshall James brings 27 years of experience and CFP® certification to college savings planning, offering expertise in 529 plans and tax-loss harvesting. Based in Norco, CA, he operates within LPL Financial, a large firm providing diverse investment solutions and flat-fee financial planning, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent fees and comprehensive support compared to smaller practices.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $399,489
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