Large-firm, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Detroit, MI
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 college expenses and want to use tax-advantaged accounts like 529 plans or UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts. Without careful planning, you could miss out on maximizing these accounts' benefits or coordinating them with other family financial goals.
- Account type guidance. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, ensuring they fit your family's timeline and financial situation.
- Coordination with pensions. Detroit's auto industry means many families have pensions; ask how they integrate college savings with your overall retirement and pension planning.
- Large-firm resources. Large firms often have access to specialized tools and research—check how these advisors leverage that to support your college savings strategy.
- Tax implications. College savings accounts have different tax treatments; verify how the advisor helps you navigate state and federal tax benefits effectively.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Anthony K
Series 66
Dearborn, MI
Merrill
Anthony Kallabat specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 14 years of financial advising experience at Merrill, a large firm with extensive resources. His expertise extends to retirement and philanthropic planning, and he offers a personalized approach tailored to executives and business owners, with a fee structure of 1.10% AUM for managed strategies under $2 million.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Regina L
Series 66
Rocky River, OH
Citizens Securities, Inc.
Regina Lewis specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by her role at a large firm, Citizens Securities, Inc., which offers extensive resources. With 2 years of industry experience and a 0.50% annual AUM fee, she also integrates retirement and wealth management planning, providing a comprehensive approach for families in the Detroit area.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $208,871
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Sean L
Series 63, Series 66
Detroit, MI
Charles Schwab
Sean Lehman at Charles Schwab in Detroit specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by his firm's large-scale resources and multi-asset model portfolios. With a 0.80% annual fee and experience serving high-net-worth clients, he offers coordinated strategies that integrate college savings with broader financial goals, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller client bases or less comprehensive firm support.
Experience: 3 years
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Willie B
Series 63, Series 65
Royal Oak, MI
Empower Advisory Group
Willie Berry specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 15 years of experience and a large-firm environment at Empower Advisory Group in Royal Oak, MI. His flat-fee structure and focus on employer-sponsored retirement plans provide a distinctive approach compared to other advisors, integrating college savings with broader retirement and investment management services.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Zachary A
Series 65, Series 66
Belmont, MI
LPL Financial
Zachary Armstrong specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 12 years of experience and a flat-fee structure at LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive research resources. His background in tax preparation and accounting adds value in navigating tax implications, distinguishing him from other advisors who may lack this integrated tax expertise.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $399,489
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