Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Idaho
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 how these accounts affect your financial aid eligibility or tax situation.
- Account type trade-offs. Ask how they weigh 529 plans against UTMA accounts, considering control, tax benefits, and impact on financial aid.
- Contribution timing. Confirm their approach to when and how much to contribute to maximize growth and minimize gift tax consequences.
- Investment choices. Look for advisors who tailor investment options within college savings accounts to your child's age and risk tolerance.
- Flat-fee clarity. Since these advisors charge a set fee, ask exactly what services are included to avoid surprises.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Justin L
Series 65
Boise, ID
Scratch Capital
Justin Lunt specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, making him capable of addressing Idaho families' needs for tax-advantaged education funding. His flat-fee financial planning, negotiable between $2,000 and $10,000, suits high-net-worth clients seeking tailored wealth management and retirement income strategies, supported by Scratch Capital's $141 million in discretionary assets and diverse investment analysis methods.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $1,394,559
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Richard B
CFP®, Series 65
Boise, ID
Table Rock Financial Planning
Richard Boss specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making him well-suited for families in Idaho focused on funding education. His flat-fee structure, ranging from $1,200 to $12,000 annually, offers clarity on costs, while his 11 years of experience and independent firm emphasize a diversified, research-based investment approach using low-cost index funds and ETFs.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $2,317,059
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Guy S
Series 66
Rigby, ID
LPL Financial
Guy Schoenborn Jr. specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial in Rigby, Idaho. With 14 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he also brings expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners, supported by a large firm's research and product resources, which may provide broader investment and service options compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Richard R
Series 66
Boise, ID
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Richard Roby specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning services in Boise, Idaho. With over 20 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he operates within the large firm J. W. Cole Advisors, which provides access to diverse managed account solutions and discretionary investment management, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms or with less comprehensive service offerings.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $255,702
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Bradly W
Series 63, Series 65
Boise, ID
Br Wealth Management
Bradly Wilfong specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning services in Boise, Idaho. With 14 years of experience and a background at Wells Fargo Advisors, he provides tailored investment strategies using model portfolios and third-party managers, which may appeal to clients seeking personalized, independent advice with clear fee structures.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $973,902
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