Seasoned, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in New York, NY
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 you're planning for college expenses, you want an advisor who understands how to balance saving with other financial goals. A common mistake is focusing only on investment returns without considering tax implications and timing of withdrawals.
- Tax-aware planning. Look for advisors who consider how 529 and UTMA accounts affect your overall tax situation, including potential estate tax impacts.
- Withdrawal timing. Ask how they coordinate distributions with financial aid applications and tuition payment schedules to maximize benefits.
- Account ownership nuances. Confirm they explain differences between 529 plans and UTMA accounts, especially regarding control and impact on financial aid.
- Experience with state rules. Since estate tax cliffs can create unexpected bills, ensure they understand New York's specific tax environment.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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David W
CFP®, CFA®, Series 63, Series 65
New York, NY
Sincerus Advisory
David Wilson's 23 years of experience and dual CFP® and CFA® credentials equip him to handle college savings strategies in New York, including 529 and UTMA accounts. His firm, Sincerus Advisory, serves high-net-worth individuals and institutions with a blend of fundamental and passive investment approaches, offering flat-fee comprehensive financial planning that may appeal to clients seeking transparent costs and seasoned guidance.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $1,111,235
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Diane T
Series 63, Series 66
New York, NY
Empower Advisory Group
Diane Texin's 38 years of experience and expertise in college savings, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, equip her to navigate New York's tax environment and withdrawal timing for education expenses. Working with Empower Advisory Group, a large firm offering flat-fee and subscription pricing, she also supports employer-sponsored retirement plans, providing a broad financial planning perspective beyond just college savings.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Donald B
Series 63, Series 65
Brooklyn, NY
LPL Financial
Donald Boyd's 26 years of experience and expertise in college savings plans, including 529s and UTMA accounts, equip him to navigate New York's tax environment effectively. Operating from Brooklyn with LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he also brings knowledge in retirement plans and tax-loss harvesting, providing a broad financial perspective compared to other advisors.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Richard L
Series 63, Series 66
New York City, NY
Charles Schwab
Richard Low's 35 years of experience and expertise in college savings, multi-state taxation, and real estate investing equip him to navigate New York's complex tax environment for 529 and UTMA accounts. Working at Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients with a 0.80% AUM fee, he offers access to multi-asset portfolios and both discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 36 years
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Thomas M
CFP®, Series 63
New York, NY
Hive Retirement Planning
Thomas Mullarkey Jr. offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 and UTMA plans, with over 31 years of experience and CFP® certification in New York, NY. His independent firm provides flat-fee comprehensive financial planning tailored to high-net-worth clients, emphasizing tax-aware asset allocation and flexible investment management using mutual funds and ETFs, distinguishing him from advisors with more traditional fee structures.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $756,189
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