Seasoned, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Deerfield Beach, FL
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're planning for college expenses, you want an advisor who understands how to balance saving with other financial goals. Without experience, advisors might overlook how federal tax rules affect your savings strategy.
- Tax-aware planning. Look for advisors who consider federal tax impacts on 529 plans and UTMA accounts, not just the savings amounts.
- Withdrawal timing. Ask how they help coordinate distributions with financial aid applications to avoid reducing eligibility.
- Account ownership nuances. Confirm they explain differences between 529 plans and UTMA accounts, especially how control shifts when your child reaches adulthood.
- Long-term strategy. Seasoned advisors should integrate college savings with your overall financial plan, including retirement and estate considerations.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Franklin R
Series 63, Series 65
Boca Raton, FL
Palm Wealth Partners
Franklin Rekas offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 32 years of industry experience and a flat-fee option for financial planning. Based in nearby Boca Raton, FL, he brings additional strengths in retirement income and estate planning, serving a diverse client base with tailored asset-allocation models through Palm Wealth Partners.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $258,983
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Jordan L
Series 63, Series 65
Boca Raton, FL
One Wealth Investors
Jordan Linn offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 29 years of industry experience and a flat-fee financial planning structure. Based in nearby Boca Raton, FL, he provides high-net-worth clients with comprehensive wealth management through One Wealth Investors, emphasizing long-term, goal-driven investment approaches and tax-aware planning.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $1,469,874
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Jeffrey M
Series 63, Series 65
Boca Raton, FL
Merrill
Jeffrey Marcus offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 36 years in the financial industry and a focus on wealth management and retirement income. Based in nearby Boca Raton and affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, he serves mid-career professionals and HENRY clients with a 1.10% AUM fee, distinguishing him through extensive fixed income and municipal bond experience.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Denise J
Series 63
Deerfield Beach, FL
LPL Financial
Denise Johnson Davies brings 37 years of experience to college savings planning in Deerfield Beach, specializing in 529 plans and UTMA accounts while integrating tax-loss harvesting and retirement strategies. Operating within LPL Financial, a large firm, she offers flat-fee financial planning and serves a diverse client base, distinguishing her from advisors with narrower focuses or different fee structures.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Glen L
CFP®, Series 63
Boca Raton, FL
ValMark Advisers, Inc.
Glen Ladau's 31 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to navigate the complexities of college savings plans, including 529s and UTMAs, with a tax-aware approach. Operating from Boca Raton, FL, he offers flat-fee and AUM-based pricing through ValMark Advisers, Inc., which emphasizes diversified, goal-based portfolios, setting him apart with a broad investment platform and extensive due diligence.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $554,438
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