Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Manitowoc, WI
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 how these accounts affect financial aid or how to balance saving with other goals.
- Account type guidance. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, including how each impacts taxes and aid eligibility.
- Withdrawal strategy. Ask how they plan distributions to minimize taxes and avoid penalties when paying for education expenses.
- Fee transparency. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so understand exactly what services are included and how that fits your budget.
- Coordination with other goals. College savings should fit alongside retirement and emergency funds; check how they balance these priorities for you.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Travis N
Series 63, Series 65
Manitowoc, WI
LPL Financial
Travis Neiswender specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial's large firm platform in Manitowoc, WI. His background includes wealth management and retirement plans for business owners, providing a broad perspective that balances college savings with other financial goals, supported by his Series 63 and 65 licenses and experience at major firms.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Mark B
Series 63, Series 65
Kiel, WI
Empower Advisory Group
Mark Brown specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee pricing with one-time fees ranging from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions of $15 or $29. Based in Kiel, WI, he brings six years of experience and works with Empower Advisory Group, a large firm focused on integrated financial planning and investment management for retirement and brokerage clients.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $565,063
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David K
Series 63, Series 65
Sheboygan, WI
Kabat Advisory Group, LLC
David Kabat specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning services ranging from $500 to $10,000. With 26 years of experience and expertise in tax and estate planning, he integrates cash-flow and tax considerations to balance college savings with other financial goals, distinguishing his approach from others in the Manitowoc area.
Experience: 27 years
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