Large-firm, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in New Hampshire
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 careful planning, you might miss how account types affect financial aid or tax treatment.
- Account type impact. Ask how they choose between 529s and UTMA accounts based on your family's financial situation and goals.
- Tax implications. Confirm they understand New Hampshire's unique tax environment, including no income tax but higher property taxes, and how that affects your savings.
- Financial aid strategy. Look for advisors who consider how college savings accounts influence eligibility for need-based aid.
- Large-firm resources. These advisors often have access to broader research and tools, which can help in crafting a college savings plan tailored to your needs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Asena L
Series 63, Series 66
Tilton, NH
LPL Financial
Asena Landry specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 11 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 66. Operating from LPL Financial, a large firm with in-house research and diverse investment solutions, she offers flat-fee financial planning, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent pricing compared to hourly fee structures common among peers in New Hampshire.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Shane G
Series 63, Series 66
Bedford, NH
Empower Advisory Group
Shane Gelinas specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by a decade of experience and credentials like Series 63 and 66. Operating from Empower Advisory Group, a large firm with flat-fee and subscription pricing, he leverages extensive resources and integrates financial planning with Empower’s administrative platforms, offering tailored solutions for retirement and college savings in New Hampshire.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Gregory D
Series 66
Bedford, NH
Charles Schwab
Gregory Del Giudice specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by his expertise in multi-state taxation and private investments, which is crucial for navigating New Hampshire's tax environment. As a Series 66-licensed advisor at Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients with a 0.80% AUM fee, he offers access to extensive resources and multi-asset model portfolios, differentiating him from advisors with less institutional support or narrower focus.
Experience: 1 year
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Brian R
Series 66
Keene, NH
Edward Jones
Brian Royal specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making him well-suited for families in New Hampshire aiming to optimize tax-advantaged education funding. With six years of experience at Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers access to extensive resources and a program fee up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller firm affiliations or less comprehensive service offerings.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Robert K
Series 63, Series 66
Salem, NH
Merrill
Robert Kochakian specializes in college savings strategies including 529 and UTMA accounts, leveraging 14 years of experience at Merrill, a large firm with extensive resources. His expertise extends to executive compensation and retirement income strategies, serving mid-career professionals and high earners. With a 1.10% AUM fee and a collaborative, goals-based approach, he offers personalized wealth management tailored to New Hampshire clients' unique tax and financial aid considerations.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $860,085
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