Seasoned, planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Newport News, VA
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.
Planning for children with special needs often means preparing for lifelong care and financial security beyond typical childhood expenses. Without focused expertise, you might overlook critical benefits or funding options that can ease future burdens. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience navigating these complex, ongoing needs.
- Government benefits knowledge. Confirm how they help you access and maintain eligibility for programs like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about setting up trusts that protect your child's benefits while providing for their quality of life.
- Long-term care planning. Ensure they consider housing, healthcare, and support services that evolve as your child ages.
- Coordination with other professionals. Look for advisors who work closely with attorneys, therapists, and educators to align financial plans with your child's overall care.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Leo O
Series 63, Series 65
Newport News, VA
Merrill
Leo O'Connell brings 34 years of experience and specializes in planning for children with special needs, supported by his Series 63 and 65 designations. Based in Newport News, VA, he works within Merrill's large-firm environment, offering a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million. His expertise also includes college savings and retirement income, serving executive clients and women professionals, which may provide broader financial planning benefits.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Gregory O
Series 63, Series 66
Norfolk, VA
Wells Fargo Advisors
Gregory Otto's 27 years of experience and focus on planning for children with special needs equip him to address complex financial and care considerations in Newport News, VA. As a seasoned advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers extensive resources and a broad range of services, distinguishing him from smaller or less specialized advisors nearby.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Katherine B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Newport News, VA
Joss Brown Wealth Advisors
Katherine Brown specializes in planning for children with special needs and elder care, bringing 22 years of experience and CFP® certification to clients in Newport News, VA. Her firm offers flat-fee financial planning starting at $5,000 and serves high-net-worth households, distinguishing her with a focus on private investments and real estate alongside comprehensive care planning.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $1,245,993
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