Seasoned, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Grants Pass, OR
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.
When you're planning for college expenses, like 529 plans or UTMA accounts, you want an advisor who understands how to balance saving with your overall financial picture. A common mistake is focusing only on investment returns without considering tax implications or timing of withdrawals.
- Tax-aware planning. Look for advisors who consider Oregon's relatively high income taxes when recommending savings strategies.
- Withdrawal timing insight. Ask how they help coordinate distributions with financial aid applications and tuition schedules.
- Account type guidance. Confirm they explain differences between 529 plans and UTMA accounts, including control and tax treatment.
- Experience with education costs. Seasoned advisors often anticipate changes in college costs and adjust plans accordingly, not just set-and-forget.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Rodger J
CFP®, Series 63
Grants Pass, OR
LPL Financial
Rodger Jordan Jr. brings 28 years of experience in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with a focus on tax-aware planning in Oregon's high-income tax environment. Operating from Grants Pass, OR, he offers flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial, a large firm known for diverse investment models and comprehensive advisory services, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower scopes or fee structures.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Gary D
Series 63, Series 66
Medford, OR
Money Concepts Capital Corp
Gary Duvall's 26 years of experience and focus on college savings, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, equip him to address the complexities of education funding in Oregon. Operating from a large firm, he offers a mix of portfolio management and financial planning services with a fee structure that includes a 0.8125% annual AUM fee, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee models or smaller firm resources.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $237,847
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Paul H
Series 63, Series 66
Grants Pass, OR
Edward Jones
Paul Hart offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 22 years of industry experience and credentials like Series 63 and 66. Operating within Edward Jones, a large full-service firm, he provides access to diverse advisory programs and wealth management services, with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from smaller or less experienced advisors in Grants Pass, OR.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $246,728
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