Seasoned, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Minneapolis, MN
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 home buying. Without careful planning, you might miss out on tax benefits or choose accounts that don’t fit your timeline.
- Account type guidance. Confirm which savings vehicles they recommend and why, such as 529 plans or UTMA accounts, based on your family’s needs.
- Tax impact awareness. Look for advisors who understand how state and federal tax rules affect your savings growth and withdrawals.
- Withdrawal strategy. Ask how they plan distributions to minimize taxes and maximize financial aid eligibility.
- Experience with changing goals. College plans can shift; ensure they adapt strategies as your child’s education path evolves.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Theodore C
Series 63, Series 66
Minneapolis, MN
Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC
Theodore Contag offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by over 31 years in the industry and Series 63 and 66 licenses. Operating through Thrivent Advisor Network, he provides tailored asset allocation with access to low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investments, distinguishing him with a broad service scope and negotiable fee structure up to 2% annually.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $457,966
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Brian D
CFP®, CFA®, Series 63, Series 65
Minneapolis, MN
CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC
Brian D'orazio offers seasoned expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 21 years of experience and CFP® and CFA® credentials. Operating in Minneapolis with CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, he provides integrated wealth, tax, and estate planning, using strategic asset allocation with mutual funds and ETFs, and offers flat-fee financial planning options, distinguishing him from advisors with less comprehensive service models.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $1,730,668
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Darcie S
CFP®, Series 66
Minneapolis, MN
Merrill
Darcie Scheuring specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, leveraging 23 years of experience and a CFP® certification to navigate tax impacts and withdrawal strategies effectively in Minneapolis. As a partner at Merrill, a large firm, she also offers wealth management and retirement income planning, focusing on women professionals and business owners, which distinguishes her comprehensive approach from other advisors in the area.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Chad R
VerifiedChFC®, CLU®
Minneapolis, MN
Element Squared Private Wealth
Chad Rusten offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 23 years of industry experience and ChFC® credentials. Based in Minneapolis, he provides integrated financial planning and discretionary asset management with a 1.7% AUM fee, distinguishing himself through a blend of fundamental and technical portfolio analysis tailored to individual and high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $425,696
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Joseph M
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Minneapolis, MN
Empower Advisory Group
Joseph Marrs offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 25 years of experience and multiple securities licenses. Operating within Empower Advisory Group, a large firm with a flat-fee and subscription pricing model, he integrates retirement and income planning, providing a comprehensive approach that balances education funding with broader financial goals.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $565,063
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