Seasoned, 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.
Saving for college often starts when you want to make the most of tax-advantaged accounts like 529 plans or UTMA custodial accounts. Without careful planning, you might miss opportunities to balance growth potential with your family's changing financial needs over time. Seasoned advisors bring years of experience to help you navigate these choices.
- Account type selection. Confirm how they evaluate 529 plans versus UTMA accounts based on your goals and control preferences.
- Tax implications. Ask how they factor in Colorado's flat income tax when projecting savings growth and withdrawals.
- Contribution strategies. Look for guidance on timing and amounts that align with your child's education timeline.
- Financial aid impact. Ensure they consider how savings accounts affect eligibility for college financial aid.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Mark S
CFP®, Series 66
Denver, CO
Infinium Investment Advisors, LLC
Mark Starosciak offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, tailored for Denver families. With 23 years of experience and CFP® certification, he provides flat-fee financial planning and manages $101.7 million in assets, emphasizing asset allocation and diversified portfolios, which may appeal to high-net-worth clients seeking independent, personalized guidance.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $1,350,343
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Shawn O
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Denver, CO
Summit Wealth Strategies
Shawn O'Keefe brings 31 years of experience in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, tailored for Denver families. His independent firm offers a flat-fee financial planning option up to $5,000 and integrates active portfolio management with insurance and annuity products, providing a comprehensive approach compared to advisors focusing solely on investment management.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $656,243
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Christopher B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Denver, CO
Money Concepts Capital Corp
Christopher Blair's extensive 32 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Denver families through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, balancing tax implications and financial aid considerations. His role at Money Concepts Capital Corp, a large firm offering diverse investment programs and a 0.8125% AUM fee, provides access to sophisticated portfolio management and planning resources that distinguish him from other advisors.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $237,847
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Todd G
Series 63
Denver, CO
LPL Financial
Todd Gleason's 34 years of experience and focus on college savings, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, equip him to address Denver families' education funding needs effectively. Operating within LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he also brings expertise in retirement plans and tax-loss harvesting, providing a broad financial perspective compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $399,489
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John K
Series 63
Aurora, CO
Financial Counseling Associates, Inc
John Kopel offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 27 years of experience and a Series 63 designation. Based in nearby Aurora, CO, he works through Financial Counseling Associates, which manages diversified portfolios with low-transaction investments and charges a 1% annual AUM fee, serving a moderate client base with personalized quarterly reviews.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $774,800
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