Seasoned, 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 overlook how savings accounts affect financial aid eligibility.
- Tax implications in Maryland. Ask how they navigate both estate and inheritance taxes, which can impact your savings strategy.
- Account type guidance. Confirm they explain differences between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, and other options, focusing on tax benefits and control.
- Financial aid impact. Look for advisors who model how your savings affect aid eligibility, helping you avoid surprises.
- Long-term coordination. Ensure they consider how college savings fit with your overall financial picture, including retirement and estate plans.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Charles P
Series 63, Series 65
Easton, MD
Merrill
Charles Pritchett brings 36 years of experience specializing in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making him well-equipped to guide Maryland families through tax implications and financial aid considerations. As a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill, a large firm, he also offers expertise in retirement and wealth management, serving mid-career professionals and high earners with a transparent, personalized approach and a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Terry R
Series 63, Series 65
Mitchellville, MD
LPL Financial
Terry Reinhart's 29 years of experience and expertise in college savings, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, make him well-equipped to help Maryland families navigate tax implications and financial aid considerations. Operating within LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment solutions, he provides flat-fee financial planning and serves a broad client base, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or different fee structures.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Kevin P
Series 63, Series 65
Bethesda, MD
XML Financial Group
Kevin Peters brings 24 years of experience and specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making him well-equipped to guide Maryland families through tax implications and financial aid considerations. Operating from Bethesda, MD, he offers negotiable flat fees and hourly rates, serving a diverse clientele including high-net-worth individuals and business owners, with a firm approach that blends fundamental and technical analysis for tailored investment management.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $1,102,008
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Marianne M
CFP®, Series 66
Baltimore, MD
Foundry Wealth Advisors, LLC
Marianne Mattran's 21 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to guide Maryland families through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, balancing tax implications and financial aid considerations. As an independent advisor at Foundry Wealth Advisors, she offers flat-fee financial planning tailored to high-net-worth clients, emphasizing customized plans and diversified investment strategies, which may differ from advisors with standard AUM fees or less personalized approaches.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $2,475,607
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Christopher R
CFP®, Series 63
Chevy Chase, MD
Green View Advisors LLC
Christopher Rhim brings 25 years of experience and CFP® certification to college savings planning in Maryland, specializing in 529 plans and UTMA accounts. His firm, Green View Advisors LLC, offers flat-fee financial plans and active asset management tailored to individual risk profiles, serving a small client base for personalized attention, which may appeal to those seeking detailed, ongoing financial planning alongside college savings strategies.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $1,400,291
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