Large-firm, planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Maine
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.
When your child has special needs, planning for their lifelong care and financial security becomes a priority that requires careful attention. Without focused expertise, advisors might overlook critical benefits or legal protections that affect your child's future.
- Government benefits navigation. Confirm how the advisor helps protect eligibility for programs like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income while planning finances.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about their experience setting up trusts that provide for your child without jeopardizing benefits.
- Coordinated family planning. Look for advisors who consider your entire family's financial picture, including siblings and caregivers, in their recommendations.
- Education and advocacy support. See if they connect you with resources or professionals who understand special education and healthcare planning.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Lucas D
CFP®, Series 66
Portland, ME
Edward Jones
Lucas Desmond specializes in planning for children with special needs, leveraging his 10 years of experience and CFP® certification to address complex financial and legal considerations in Maine. As part of Edward Jones, a large full-service firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a comprehensive approach including retirement income strategy and business ownership considerations, with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or smaller firm resources.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Scott M
Series 66
Raleigh, NC
Merrill
Scott Macdonald specializes in planning for children with special needs, leveraging over 25 years of experience at Merrill, a large firm known for comprehensive wealth management. He leads a dedicated Special Needs Team that collaborates with legal and caregiving professionals to address complex financial and care planning needs. Compared to others, Scott offers a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million and brings a collaborative approach supported by sophisticated modeling tools, enhancing tailored solutions for families.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Angela R
Series 66
Bangor, ME
Wells Fargo Advisors
Angela Roach's 12 years of experience and Series 66 designation equip her to address the complex financial planning needs of families with children who have special needs, particularly within a large firm setting. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Advisors in Bangor, ME, she offers access to extensive research and planning tools, serving high-net-worth clients and providing both brokerage and advisory services, which may offer more comprehensive options compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $514,335
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