Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in East Stroudsburg, PA
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. A common mistake is not aligning your savings strategy with your child's timeline and your overall financial goals, which can reduce the benefits of these accounts.
- Account type suitability. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, ensuring they fit your family's financial situation and education plans.
- Fee transparency. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so ask how their fees compare to potential investment costs within college savings accounts.
- Withdrawal strategy. Understand how they plan distributions to minimize taxes and impact on financial aid eligibility.
- Coordination with financial aid. Ask how they factor in expected family contributions and aid formulas when planning savings.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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James D
Series 63
Stroudsburg, PA
LPL Financial
James Dunn Jr. specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 26 years of experience and a flat-fee structure that offers clear cost expectations. Operating within LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive resources, he also brings expertise in retirement plans and tax-loss harvesting, providing a broad financial perspective beyond just education funding.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $399,489
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James D
PFS™, Series 63
Pocono Pines, PA
Belpointe Asset Management LLC
James Di Gesu specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 14 years of experience and credentials like PFS™ and Series 63. Operating from Pocono Pines, PA, he offers negotiable flat fees and independent advice through Belpointe Asset Management, which provides customized portfolios and diverse investment strategies, distinguishing him from advisors with more standardized approaches.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $705,312
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Joshua E
Series 63, Series 66
Henryville, PA
Empower Advisory Group
Joshua Espinoza specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by nine years of experience and Series 63 and 66 licenses. His flat-fee structure includes one-time fees ranging from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions of $15 or $29, offered through Empower Advisory Group, a large firm known for integrated financial planning and investment management services.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Gavin G
Series 65
Hackettstown, NJ
Park Edge Advisors, LLC
Gavin Gewecke specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning ranging from $2,500 to $15,000. Based in Hackettstown, NJ, he brings a unique perspective from his prior six years at Dart Container and experience as a small farm owner, serving diverse clients with tailored planning and discretionary portfolio management.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $1,544,645
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Matthew T
Series 63, Series 65
Kunkletown, PA
Mutual Of Omaha Investor Services, Inc.
Matthew Thomas specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning with fees ranging from $500 to $25,000. Based in Kunkletown, PA, he brings nine years of experience and integrates business ownership and retirement planning considerations, providing a comprehensive approach compared to advisors focusing solely on college savings.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $4,656
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