Large-firm, 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. Without careful planning, you might miss out on tax advantages or choose the wrong savings vehicle for your family's needs. Large-firm advisors typically have access to a broad range of resources and tools, which can benefit your planning process.
- Account type guidance. Confirm how they help you choose between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, or other options based on your goals and control preferences.
- Tax implications. Ask how they factor in state tax benefits and potential impacts on financial aid eligibility.
- Investment options. Look for advisors who explain how investment choices within college savings accounts align with your timeline and risk tolerance.
- Coordination with overall finances. Ensure they consider how college savings fit into your broader financial plan, including retirement and cash flow.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Luis S
Series 63, Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Luis Sanabria specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making him well-suited to help Florida families plan for education expenses. With seven years of experience and a background at major firms like Fidelity and Morgan Stanley, he offers flat-fee financial planning through J.W. Cole Advisors, a large SEC-registered firm with extensive resources and a national network, providing a broad range of investment and consulting options.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $255,702
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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, considering tax implications and investment alignment with education timelines. Working at Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth individuals, she offers a comprehensive approach with a 0.80% annual fee, blending discretionary and non-discretionary solutions that may suit families seeking integrated wealth management alongside college savings.
Experience: 28 years
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Chris K
Series 63, Series 66
Palm Beach, FL
Merrill
Chris Kolasinski specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, leveraging 27 years of experience to guide families in Florida through tax implications and investment options tailored to education timelines. As a seasoned advisor at Merrill, a large firm, he offers personalized wealth management strategies with a 1.10% AUM fee, serving executives, founders, and immigrants, which distinguishes him from peers with a broader client focus.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Gregory H
Series 66
Tampa, FL
LPL Financial
Gregory Hauer specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making him well-suited for families in Florida planning for education expenses. With five years of experience at LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment solutions and in-house research, he provides flat-fee financial planning and serves a broad client base including high-net-worth households, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or different fee structures.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Carlo C
Series 63, Series 66
Vero Beach, FL
Empower Advisory Group
Carlo Corvaja specializes in college savings plans such as 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by his experience at Empower Advisory Group, a large firm with extensive resources. His approach integrates college savings with broader retirement and income strategies, offering flat-fee and subscription pricing options. Located in Vero Beach, FL, he serves a diverse client base with a focus on long-term portfolio returns and annual rebalancing, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower scopes or different fee structures.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $565,063
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