Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Massachusetts
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 balance current expenses with future education costs, especially if you’re considering tax-advantaged accounts like 529 plans or UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts. A common mistake is not aligning the savings plan with your family’s changing financial situation and education goals.
- Tax implications in Massachusetts. Ask how they navigate the state’s "Millionaire's tax" surtax on high incomes and its impact on your savings strategy.
- Account type selection. Confirm why they recommend 529 plans versus UTMA accounts based on your control preferences and beneficiary needs.
- Flat-fee clarity. Understand exactly what services are included in the flat fee to avoid surprises as your college savings plan evolves.
- Investment approach. Check how they adjust investment risk as your child gets closer to college age, balancing growth and preservation.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Marcos L
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Brookline, MA
LPL Financial
Marcos Lopez Perez specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making him well-suited to help Massachusetts families navigate tax implications and account selection for education funding. His flat-fee structure at LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive resources, complements his 10 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® certifications, offering a blend of personalized planning and institutional support not always found with smaller advisors.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Charles H
Series 63, Series 65
Westwood, MA
Mha Financial Corp
Charles Hoilman specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial advice in Massachusetts with over 55 years of experience. His firm uses a core-and-satellite investment approach, balancing passive and active management, and serves high-net-worth clients including established professionals, which may provide a more tailored strategy compared to advisors with less experience or narrower client focus.
Experience: 55 years
Avg account: $715,001
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Robert B
CFP®, Series 63
Boston, MA
CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC
Robert Bosco's 17 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Massachusetts families through college savings strategies, including 529 and UTMA accounts. His firm offers flat-fee financial planning with clear pricing tiers, and their integrated approach combines wealth, tax, estate, and insurance expertise, which may provide more comprehensive support compared to advisors focusing solely on college savings.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $1,730,668
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Matthew M
CFA®
Boston, MA
Birch Hill Investment Advisors LLC
Matthew Malicki specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee services tailored to high-net-worth clients in Massachusetts. His firm, Birch Hill Investment Advisors LLC, uses a fundamental, quality-oriented investment approach with ESG integration, providing customized portfolios that balance growth and preservation as college approaches, distinguishing him from advisors with more generic strategies or fee structures.
Experience: 0 years
Avg account: $14,728,602
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Nicholas D
CFP®, CFA®, Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Stoughton, MA
Genesis Wealth Advisors, LLC
Nicholas De Peyster specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning that ranges from $500 to $5,000, which suits families seeking clear cost structures in Massachusetts. With 15 years of experience and credentials including CFP® and CFA®, he brings a disciplined investment approach focused on long-term portfolio construction, differentiating him from advisors who may not combine flat fees with such extensive expertise and firm resources.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $844,108
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