Seasoned, planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Colorado
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 lifelong care and financial security becomes a priority. Without focused expertise, it's easy to overlook critical benefits or legal protections that can affect your child's future.
- Government benefits navigation. Confirm how they help you understand and preserve eligibility for programs like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about their experience setting up trusts that protect your child's assets without jeopardizing benefits.
- Education and therapy funding. Look for advisors who integrate funding strategies for specialized education and therapies into your overall plan.
- Long-term care planning. Ensure they consider your child's needs beyond your lifetime, including guardianship and estate planning options.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brian B
Series 63, Series 66
Erie, CO
Wells Fargo Advisors
Brian Bertsch brings 26 years of experience and specializes in planning for children with special needs, making him well-equipped to address the unique financial challenges involved. Based in Erie, Colorado, he operates within Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm offering comprehensive planning services including education and business-owner transition strategies, and serves high-net-worth clients, which may provide access to extensive resources and tailored financial solutions.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Michael M
Series 63, Series 65
Apollo Beach, FL
G. A. Repple & Company
Michael Mandarino's 24 years of experience and expertise in planning for children with special needs make him well-equipped to address complex financial and legal considerations for families. Operating from G. A. Repple & Company, he offers flat-fee and asset-based fee structures, with access to diverse investment approaches including Biblically-Responsible Investing, which may appeal to clients seeking tailored portfolio options beyond standard planning services.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $217,968
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David N
Series 63, Series 65
St. Petersburg, FL
Novak & Powell Financial Services, Inc.
David Novak specializes in planning for children with special needs, bringing 27 years of industry experience to address complex financial and legal considerations. Operating from St. Petersburg, FL, his firm offers discretionary investment management with a focus on diversified portfolios using ETFs and mutual funds, emphasizing fee minimization and tax planning, which may provide a comprehensive approach compared to other advisors primarily located in Colorado.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $843,814
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