Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Flagstaff, AZ
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 focused guidance, you might miss how fees and investment choices affect your savings growth over time. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what you’ll pay regardless of your account size.
- Account type guidance. Confirm they explain the differences between 529 plans and UTMA accounts, including tax benefits and withdrawal rules.
- Investment options. Ask how they select funds within college savings accounts to balance growth potential and risk.
- Fee transparency. Flat fees mean predictable costs; verify what services are included and if there are any extra charges.
- Withdrawal planning. College expenses vary; check how they help plan distributions to minimize taxes and penalties.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Mary H
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Flagstaff, AZ
RFG Advisory, LLC
Mary Huntley specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in Flagstaff, AZ. With 23 years of experience and CFP® certification, she works at RFG Advisory, a firm managing $8 billion with 178 advisors, providing both active and passive investment strategies focused on risk management.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $295,694
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Kaitlyn W
Series 63, Series 65
Flagstaff, AZ
LPL Financial
Kaitlyn Wigman Childers specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial in Flagstaff, AZ. With 16 years of experience and Series 63 and 65 licenses, she provides transparent flat fees negotiated directly with clients, supported by a large firm that offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Richard D
Series 63, Series 65
Flagstaff, AZ
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Richard Darrow offers expertise in college savings plans with 46 years of experience and flat-fee financial planning options, making him well-suited for managing 529 and UTMA accounts in Flagstaff, AZ. His affiliation with J. W. Cole Advisors, a large SEC-registered firm with over 400 advisers, provides access to diverse managed account solutions and third-party investment managers, distinguishing him from smaller local advisors.
Experience: 46 years
Avg account: $255,702
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