Large-firm, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Michigan
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 have children or grandchildren approaching school age. Without careful planning, you might miss out on tax advantages or choose the wrong savings vehicle for your family's needs. Large-firm advisors typically have access to a broad range of college savings options and resources.
- Plan selection expertise. Confirm how they evaluate 529 plans versus UTMA accounts based on your family's financial situation and goals.
- Tax implications. Ask how they help you navigate state tax benefits and potential impacts on financial aid eligibility.
- Investment strategy. Look for advisors who adjust investment choices as your child gets closer to college age, balancing growth and risk.
- Coordination with pensions. Given Michigan's auto industry presence, check how they integrate college savings with your overall retirement and pension planning.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Terrence M
Series 63
Bergland, MI
LPL Financial
Terrence Majerko's 30 years of experience and focus on college savings, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, position him well to assist Michigan families planning for education costs. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment options and in-house research, he provides flat-fee financial planning and serves a broad client base, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower scopes or different fee structures.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Max R
Series 66
Jackson, MI
Charles Schwab
Max Rappleye specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, supported by seven years of experience and a Series 66 designation at Charles Schwab, a large firm known for serving high-net-worth clients. His background in multi-state taxation and real estate investing complements his expertise, while the firm's 0.80% annual fee and multi-asset model portfolios offer a structured approach to balancing growth and risk as college approaches.
Experience: 7 years
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Antoneta B
Series 66
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Merrill
Antoneta Berishaj specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, making her well-suited to help Michigan families plan for education costs through Merrill's large-firm resources. With extensive FINRA registrations and a background in risk management, she offers a comprehensive approach that integrates retirement income strategy and estate planning, differentiating her by combining family wealth management expertise with a focus on parents and business owners.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $860,085
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Michael A
Series 66
Marquette, MI
Edward Jones
Michael Ansell's 17 years of experience and Series 66 designation equip him to guide Michigan families through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, balancing growth and risk as children approach college age. As part of Edward Jones, a large full-service wealth management firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers access to diverse investment solutions and integrates college savings with broader retirement and estate planning strategies.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Brett B
Series 63, Series 65
Grandville, MI
Money Concepts Capital Corp
Brett Beimers specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, supported by his experience at Money Concepts Capital Corp, a large firm offering diverse investment strategies and financial planning services. His background includes tax preparation and coaching, which complements his advisory role, and his fee structure includes an annual AUM fee of 0.8125%, providing a balance of personalized service and access to broad resources compared to other advisors in Michigan.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $237,847
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