Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Kingston, NY
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 careful planning, you might miss how account types affect financial aid or trigger unexpected taxes.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm how they handle state and federal tax rules for college savings accounts, including potential estate tax implications.
- Financial aid strategy. Ask how they balance savings growth with minimizing your child's aid eligibility impact.
- Flat-fee clarity. Understand exactly what services are included in their flat fee to avoid surprise costs.
- Account selection guidance. Check how they decide between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, or other options based on your goals and timeline.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Peter B
Series 65
New Paltz, NY
Beyond Wealth Management Group, LLC
Peter Banta specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning that ranges from $1,800 to $25,000 depending on complexity. Located near Kingston in New Paltz, NY, he brings a unique perspective from his background in engineering and accounting firms, and his firm serves a diverse client base including individuals and pension plans.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $332,297
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Marianne H
Series 66
Kingston, NY
LPL Financial
Marianne Hobson specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial in Kingston, NY. With 10 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, she supports diverse clients including business owners and retirees, leveraging a large firm's resources and research to tailor tax-aware, retirement, and wealth management solutions.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $399,489
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John D
Series 63, Series 65
Staatsburg, NY
Bantam Inc.
John Duval Jr. specializes in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with 12 years of experience and flat-fee options at Bantam Inc. in Staatsburg, NY. His firm serves ultra-high-net-worth clients and offers discretionary asset management and pension consulting, differentiating him with a broad investment approach and expertise in serving high-net-worth professionals like executives and athletes.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $10,166,667
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Renee A
Series 63
Red Hook, NY
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Renee Albrecht specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning through J. W. Cole Advisors, a large firm with a national network. With 25 years of experience and a Series 63 license, she combines seasoned expertise with access to diverse portfolio management options, distinguishing her from advisors with smaller practices or less comprehensive service offerings.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $255,702
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Cathleen T
CFP®
Rhinebeck, NY
Moonbridge Financial Design, LLC
Cathleen Tobin offers flat-fee financial planning focused on college savings accounts like 529s and UTMAs, with a starting annual fee of $6,000 for individuals. Based in Rhinebeck, NY, she brings a CFP® certification and two years of experience, specializing in women professionals and Gen X clients. Her background includes an MBA from Cornell and diverse international experience, distinguishing her approach from others in the Kingston area.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $541,128
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