CFP®-certified, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Florida
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 balance current expenses with future education costs, especially if you have children or grandchildren approaching school age. A common mistake is choosing a savings plan without understanding how it affects financial aid or tax benefits.
- Plan type clarity. Confirm whether the advisor explains differences between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, and other options, including tax implications and control over funds.
- Financial aid impact. Ask how each savings vehicle might influence your child's eligibility for need-based aid.
- Contribution strategy. Look for guidance on how to time and size contributions to maximize growth and minimize tax consequences.
- Investment options. Ensure the advisor discusses how investment choices within college savings plans align with your timeline and risk tolerance.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Sandra T
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Miami, FL
Charles Schwab
Sandra Taylor's 27 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to guide Florida clients through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, addressing tax implications and investment alignment with education timelines. Working at Charles Schwab, she serves high-net-worth individuals with a 0.80% annual AUM fee, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions, which may appeal to clients seeking comprehensive wealth advisory services alongside college savings planning.
Experience: 28 years
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Ryan M
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Ryan Mcclelland's 27 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Florida clients through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, addressing tax implications and financial aid impact. Affiliated with J. W. Cole Advisors, a large SEC-registered firm, he offers flat-fee financial planning and access to diverse managed account solutions, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller firm affiliations or different fee structures.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $255,702
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Todd F
CFP®, Series 66
Winter Park, FL
LPL Financial
Todd Feintuch's 21 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Florida clients through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, addressing tax implications and financial aid impact. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment options and flat-fee financial planning, he also brings expertise in wealth management and retirement plans, providing a broad perspective compared to advisors focused solely on college savings.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $399,489
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James J
CFP®, Series 65
West Palm Beach, FL
Blue Ocean Capital
James Johnson's 23 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Florida clients through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, addressing tax implications and financial aid impact. At Blue Ocean Capital, he offers flat-fee and hourly pricing, serving high-net-worth individuals with a blend of fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory, differentiating him with comprehensive family office and tax services.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $3,716,547
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Tyler C
CFP®, Series 66
Gainesville, FL
Chacon Diaz & Di Virgilio Wealth Management, LLC
Tyler Chacon specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering expertise that aligns with families planning for education costs in Florida. His firm uses a rules-based, total-return momentum and trend investment approach with ETFs, and he provides flat-fee financial planning, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent fees and comprehensive planning beyond just college savings.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $622,024
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