Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Maryland
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 education costs with other financial goals like retirement or estate planning. Without careful planning, you might miss tax advantages or create unintended tax burdens for your heirs, especially in Maryland where both estate and inheritance taxes apply.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm how the advisor navigates Maryland’s unique estate and inheritance taxes when recommending savings vehicles.
- Account type guidance. Ask why they might choose a 529 plan over a UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) account, considering your control and tax preferences.
- Flat-fee clarity. Understand exactly what services are included in the flat fee to avoid surprises during your college savings journey.
- Long-term coordination. Check how they integrate college savings with your broader financial and estate plans to avoid costly overlaps or gaps.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Hassan A
Series 63, Series 65
Rockville, MD
LPL Financial
Hassan Al Kadhimi specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, offering flat-fee financial planning in Maryland, which suits families balancing education costs with other goals. Operating through LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive resources, he brings experience from major banks and holds Series 63 and 65 licenses, providing a blend of personalized service and institutional support that may differ from smaller or hourly-fee advisors nearby.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Kevin P
Series 63, Series 65
Bethesda, MD
XML Financial Group
Kevin Peters specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, making him well-suited for Maryland families balancing education costs with tax considerations. With 24 years of experience and a flat-fee structure negotiable for certain accounts, he offers independent advice through XML Financial Group, which employs a multi-advisor team and combines fundamental and technical analysis for tailored wealth management solutions.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $1,102,008
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Raymond G
CFP®
Edgewater, MD
Raymond L. Gazelle Jr.
Raymond Gazelle Jr. specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, with 18 years of experience and a CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to navigate Maryland's tax implications for education funding. His independent practice offers flat-fee services tailored for high-net-worth clients, emphasizing long-term strategic portfolio allocation and collaboration with clients' financial officers, which distinguishes him from advisors with more generic approaches.
Experience: 19 years
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Raffaele M
Series 66
Towson, MD
Legacy Financial Advisors
Raffaele Mazzone specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, offering flat-fee advisory services in Maryland that can help navigate the state's estate and inheritance tax complexities. His firm, Legacy Financial Advisors, integrates college savings with broader financial and estate planning, using a disciplined, goals-based investment approach, which distinguishes him from others by combining flat fees with comprehensive planning for individuals, families, and business entities.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $480,952
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Marianne M
CFP®, Series 66
Baltimore, MD
Foundry Wealth Advisors, LLC
Marianne Mattran's expertise in college savings, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, is supported by over 21 years of experience and CFP® certification, making her well-equipped to navigate Maryland's tax implications for education funding. Her flat-fee financial planning, ranging from $2,000 to $10,000, caters to high-net-worth clients and integrates comprehensive retirement and tax planning, distinguishing her through a holistic approach and personalized portfolio management.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $2,475,607
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