Large-firm, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Denver, CO
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.
You might be planning for your child's education or managing funds in a 529 plan or UTMA account. Without focused guidance, you could overlook how investment choices and timing affect your savings growth and tax benefits.
- Tax implications in Colorado. Ask how the advisor navigates the state's flat income tax to optimize your college savings strategy.
- Account type suitability. Confirm whether they recommend 529 plans, UTMA accounts, or a mix based on your family's financial goals.
- Investment options within plans. Inquire about how they select and adjust investments to balance growth potential with risk tolerance.
- Coordination with financial goals. See if they integrate college savings planning with your broader financial picture, not treating it in isolation.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Max D
Series 66
Denver, CO
LPL Financial
Max Demby at LPL Financial in Denver specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by his Series 66 designation and expertise in tax-loss harvesting. Operating within a large firm, he offers flat-fee financial planning, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent costs alongside integrated wealth management and retirement planning services.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Kris L
Series 66
Denver, CO
Merrill
Kris Lawrence at Merrill in Denver offers expertise in college savings plans, including 529s and UTMAs, supported by a decade of experience and a Series 66 designation. His approach integrates college planning with broader goals like retirement and philanthropy, and he manages accounts with a 1.10% fee under $2 million, distinguishing him with a comprehensive, values-based strategy within a large firm setting.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Andrew K
Series 66
Denver, CO
Edward Jones
Andrew Kloppenburg specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by Edward Jones' extensive resources as a large firm in Denver, CO. With eight years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation, he offers a fee structure up to 1.35% annually and integrates sustainable investing and multi-generational wealth transfer strategies, distinguishing him from other advisors in the area.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $246,728
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Michael D
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Denver, CO
Money Concepts Capital Corp
Michael Denison specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 11 years of experience and CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to navigate Colorado's tax implications. Working at Money Concepts Capital Corp, a large firm with $3.33 billion in assets and 431 advisors, he offers portfolio management and financial planning services, distinguishing him with access to diverse managed programs and a broad client base.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $237,847
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Randall B
Series 63, Series 66
Aurora, CO
Charles Schwab
Randall Baker's expertise in college savings and multi-state taxation, combined with 12 years of experience at Charles Schwab, equips him to navigate Colorado's tax landscape for 529 and UTMA plans. Serving primarily high-net-worth clients, he offers a 0.80% AUM fee structure and integrates alternative investments, distinguishing him from other large-firm advisors in the Denver area.
Experience: 12 years
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