CFP®-certified, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Hawaii
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 (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts. Without careful planning, you might miss out on benefits or create unintended tax consequences for your child.
CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including education savings.
- Account type guidance. Confirm how they choose between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, or other options based on your family's financial and educational goals.
- Impact on financial aid. Ask how they structure savings to minimize effects on your child's eligibility for need-based aid.
- Investment strategy. Look for advisors who adjust investment risk as college approaches, balancing growth with capital preservation.
- Coordination with other goals. Ensure they consider college savings alongside retirement and other priorities to avoid overcommitting resources.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Jewels O
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
LPL Financial
Jewels Oliquiano's CFP® certification and expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts make her well-suited to guide families in Hawaii through education funding strategies. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse financial planning and asset management services, she provides flat-fee and hourly options, bringing five years of experience and a background with notable firms, which may offer broader wealth management insights compared to other advisors.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Cade T
CFP®, Series 63
Honolulu, HI
Charles Schwab
Cade Tucker's 14 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide families in Hawaii through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, balancing tax implications and financial aid considerations. Working at Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers a 0.80% annual fee structure and expertise in private investments and multi-state taxation, providing a comprehensive approach beyond just education savings.
Experience: 15 years
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John David N
CFP®, CFA®, Series 66
Honolulu, HI
Edward Jones
John David Nako specializes in college savings strategies such as 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by his CFP® and CFA® credentials and a decade of experience. Based in Honolulu with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a comprehensive approach that includes retirement income planning and business ownership considerations, differentiating him through broad expertise and access to extensive resources.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Mark J
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Kailua-Kona, HI
Western Wealth Management LLC
Mark Johnson's 23 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide families in Hawaii through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, balancing tax advantages and financial aid considerations. His affiliation with Western Wealth Management LLC offers access to diverse investment strategies and flexible fee structures, including flat fees and negotiable AUM percentages, distinguishing him from other advisors by combining seasoned expertise with adaptable client services.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $457,153
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Jennifer M
CFP®, Series 65
Lahaina, HI
Front Street Financial
Jennifer Macedo's CFP® certification and expertise in college savings, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, equip her to guide families in Hawaii through tax-advantaged education funding strategies. As founder of Front Street Financial, an independent, fee-only firm, she offers personalized investment management with a focus on non-discretionary portfolios, balancing client goals and risk tolerance, which may appeal to those seeking tailored financial planning alongside college savings.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $1,060,120
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