Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Clarksburg, WV
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 (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts. Without careful planning, you might miss how these accounts affect your financial aid eligibility or how to balance saving with other goals. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what you'll pay regardless of your account size.
- Account type guidance. Confirm how they choose between 529s, UTMA, or other savings vehicles based on your family's needs.
- Financial aid impact. Ask how they factor in college savings when estimating your child's aid eligibility.
- Investment approach. Look for advisors who adjust investments as college nears, not just set and forget.
- Withdrawal strategy. Understand their plan for taking money out to minimize taxes and penalties.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Catherine P
Series 63, Series 65
Clarksburg, WV
Empower Advisory Group
Catherine Preston specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee pricing with one-time fees ranging from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions of $15 or $29. Her background includes 12 years at the West Virginia State Auditor's Office and a focus on integrated financial planning through Empower Advisory Group, which serves employer-sponsored retirement plans and emphasizes long-term portfolio returns.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $565,063
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John F
Series 66
Bridgeport, WV
LPL Financial
John Frenzel offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 17 years of experience and a Series 66 designation. Operating through LPL Financial, a large firm with a flat-fee structure, he serves diverse clients and integrates tax-loss harvesting and retirement planning, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on college savings in the Clarksburg area.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Leslie B
Series 63, Series 65
Bridgeport, WV
Lombard Advisers Incorporated
Leslie Boyce specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee subscription arrangements that provide cost certainty for families in Clarksburg, WV. With 26 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 65, she brings a seasoned approach through Lombard Advisers, which supports both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies tailored to individual investment needs.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $543,452
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