Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Louisville, KY
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. A common mistake is not aligning your savings plan with your child's timeline and your overall financial goals, which can reduce the benefits of these accounts. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprises.
- Account type guidance. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, ensuring they fit your family's timeline and risk tolerance.
- Contribution strategy. Ask how they balance regular contributions with other financial priorities to maximize growth without overextending your budget.
- Financial aid impact. Understand how your savings might affect eligibility for need-based aid and how the advisor plans around this.
- Investment approach. Look for advisors who adjust investments as college nears, reducing risk to protect your savings.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Stephen K
Series 63, Series 65
Louisville, KY
LPL Financial
Stephen Kottkamp offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 29 years of experience and a flat-fee structure for financial planning. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm providing diverse investment solutions and research support, he serves a broad client base including business owners and retirees, distinguishing him with seasoned insight and comprehensive resources in Louisville, KY.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Jon H
Series 65, Series 66
Louisville, KY
Empower Advisory Group
Jon Hatten specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee options with one-time fees ranging from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions of $15 or $29. Based in Louisville, KY, he brings 18 years of experience and works with Empower Advisory Group, a large firm serving employer-sponsored retirement plans and retail clients, providing integrated financial planning and investment management.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Zachary F
Series 63, Series 65
Louisville, KY
Magnate Advisory Services, LLC
Zachary Frantz specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in Louisville, KY. His firm employs a diversified, tax-aware investment approach using Modern Portfolio Theory, and he brings experience from Northwestern Mutual and Silver Oak Securities, differentiating him with a blend of technical and fundamental analysis for long-term growth.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $193,543
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Joshua J
CFP®, Series 65
Louisville, KY
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
Joshua Johnson specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in Louisville, KY. With CFP® certification and three years of experience, he works at Evernest Financial Advisors, which uses a fundamentally based investment process and serves high-net-worth clients, providing tailored portfolio management and detailed planning to align with your child's timeline and financial goals.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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Richard H
CFP®
Louisville, KY
Western Wealth Management LLC
Richard Hazelbaker offers flat-fee financial planning services in Louisville, KY, with a focus on college savings accounts like 529 plans and UTMA custodial accounts. As a CFP® professional with 18 years of experience at Western Wealth Management LLC, he combines expertise in options and derivatives strategies with a flexible fee structure ranging from $100 to $10,000, serving a diverse client base including individuals and corporate entities.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $457,153
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