Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Missoula, MT
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 make the most of tax-advantaged accounts like 529 plans or UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts. Without focused guidance, you might pick an account that doesn't fit your timeline or risk comfort, which can limit growth or increase taxes.
- Account type clarity. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, ensuring they match your goals and timeline.
- Investment risk alignment. Ask how they adjust investments as your child nears college age to balance growth and safety.
- Fee transparency. Flat-fee advisors charge a set rate, so understand what services are included and how that impacts your savings.
- Tax implications. Since Montana has no general sales tax, check how they factor state tax benefits or limitations into your plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Geoffrey G
CFA®, Series 65
Missoula, MT
Inukshuk Investments, LLC
Geoffrey Gilbert offers flat-fee financial planning in Missoula, MT, with a focus on college savings accounts like 529s and UTMAs, supported by 19 years of experience and CFA® credentials. His firm uses an active, global investment approach and serves a diverse client base, including mid-career professionals and high-net-worth individuals, providing flexible fee options from fixed to hourly rates.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $407,992
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Casey R
Series 66
Missoula, MT
LPL Financial
Casey Reimer specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial in Missoula, MT. Although new to the industry, he brings diverse experience from previous roles and benefits from LPL's extensive research support and broad investment platform, distinguishing him from advisors with longer tenure but less firm backing.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $399,489
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Molly N
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Missoula, MT
MoneySense LLC
Molly Nelson specializes in college savings strategies using 529 and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in Missoula, MT. With 19 years of experience and CFP® certification, she emphasizes financial education through her firm MoneySense LLC, applying Modern Portfolio Theory and recommending passive, low-cost index funds, which distinguishes her from advisors who may manage assets directly or use active investment approaches.
Experience: 19 years
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Torrey H
Series 63, Series 65
Missoula, MT
Northwest Investment Advisors, Inc.
Torrey Holmquist offers flat-fee financial planning in Missoula, MT, with a focus on college savings accounts like 529s and UTMAs, supported by 26 years of experience and Series 63 and 65 credentials. His firm manages $35.3 million for about 95 clients, using a mix of long-term and trading strategies, and negotiates fixed fees ranging from $200 to $3,500 depending on service scope.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $393,653
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Trevor B
Series 63, Series 65
Missoula, MT
Empower Advisory Group
Trevor Bell specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee options with one-time fees ranging from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions of $15 or $29. With nine years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 65, he works at Empower Advisory Group, a large firm serving employer-sponsored retirement plans and retail clients in Missoula, MT.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $565,063
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