Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Kansas
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 preparing to fund a child's education or set aside money for future expenses, you need an advisor who understands the nuances of college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts. Without this expertise, you might miss out on tax advantages or choose a plan that doesn't fit your family's timeline and goals. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprises.
- Plan type guidance. Confirm they explain differences between 529 plans and UTMA accounts, including tax benefits and control over funds.
- Contribution strategy. Ask how they recommend balancing gift limits and investment timing to maximize growth.
- Investment options. Look for advisors who tailor fund choices to your risk tolerance and the child's age.
- Withdrawal planning. Ensure they help coordinate distributions to minimize tax impact and align with education expenses.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michael K
Series 63, Series 66
Shawnee, KS
LPL Financial
Michael Kijowski specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in Shawnee, KS. With 25 years of experience and backing from LPL Financial, a large SEC-registered firm, he provides access to diverse advisory programs and research, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller firm affiliations or less extensive industry tenure.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Grace S
Series 63, Series 65
Overland Park, KS
Empower Advisory Group
Grace Smith offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by seven years of experience and Series 63 and 65 credentials. Operating within Empower Advisory Group, a large firm known for integrated financial planning and investment management, she provides flat-fee options including one-time fees and monthly subscriptions, which may suit families seeking predictable costs and comprehensive retirement and education planning.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $565,063
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John C
CFP®, CFA®
Leawood, KS
Wolf Bay Wealth Partners
John Clark specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee project-based financial planning ranging from $2,500 to $12,000. Located in Leawood, KS, he combines academic expertise as a finance professor with practical investment management at Wolf Bay Wealth Partners, which uses a blend of modern portfolio theory and factor analysis to tailor strategies for clients.
Experience: 2 years
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Anthony H
Series 63, Series 65
Lawrence, KS
Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC
Anthony Hayden's 29 years of experience and expertise in college savings plans, including 529s and UTMA accounts, equip him to guide families in Kansas through tax benefits and investment strategies. His firm manages $330 million in institutional assets and offers flat-fee financial planning ranging from $500 to $50,000, providing both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management with a focus on mutual funds, ETFs, equities, and fixed income.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $781,916
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Matthew W
CFA®
Mission, KS
Buffalo Run Wealth Advisors LLC
Matthew Weglarz specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning up to $5,000 with negotiable terms based on complexity. Located in Mission, KS, he combines over a decade of experience and CFA credentials with a firm approach that blends fundamental analysis and modern portfolio theory, including ETF allocations and options strategies, catering to individuals and high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 0 years
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