Seasoned, planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Glendale, CA
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.
Planning for children with special needs often means preparing for lifelong care and financial security, which can feel overwhelming without clear guidance. A common mistake is underestimating the complexity of government benefits and how they interact with your family's finances.
- Government benefits navigation. Confirm how the advisor helps you understand and preserve eligibility for programs like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about their experience setting up trusts that protect your child's assets without jeopardizing benefits.
- Long-term care planning. Look for advisors who incorporate future care costs and housing needs into your financial plan.
- Education and advocacy support. See if they connect you with resources or professionals who assist with educational and legal planning for your child.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Salvador R
Series 66
Pasadena, CA
Merrill
Salvador Rodriguez offers seasoned expertise in planning for children with special needs, backed by 26 years of industry experience and a focus on family wealth management and college savings. Based in Pasadena and affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, he provides a comprehensive approach that includes collaboration with attorneys and accountants, differentiating him through integrated tax and estate planning support.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Mitchell K
CFP®, Series 63
Santa Monica, CA
Capital Intelligence Advisors, Inc.
Mitchell Kraus brings 32 years of experience and CFP® certification to planning for children with special needs, offering expertise in charitable giving and independent advice from Santa Monica, CA. His firm emphasizes written financial plans and ongoing engagements with flexible hourly and monthly fees, distinguishing him from advisors focused on discretionary portfolio management or custody of assets.
Experience: 32 years
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David E
CFP®, Series 66
Burbank, CA
Wells Fargo Advisors
David Escobar brings 23 years of experience and CFP® certification to planning for children with special needs, offering expertise in cash flow management and business exit strategies. Based in nearby Burbank, he works with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, providing access to extensive research and tailored financial planning options that may suit families seeking seasoned guidance.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $514,335
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