Large-firm, planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Nevada
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 your child has special needs, planning for their future involves more than just saving money — you need to consider long-term care, government benefits, and legal protections. Without an advisor familiar with these complexities, you risk missing critical steps that could affect your child's quality of life.
- Government benefits navigation. Confirm how the advisor helps coordinate your child's eligibility for programs like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about their experience setting up trusts that protect your child's assets without jeopardizing benefits.
- Education and therapy funding. Look for advisors who integrate planning for ongoing educational and therapeutic expenses into your financial roadmap.
- Coordination with professionals. Check if they work alongside attorneys, social workers, and healthcare providers to create a comprehensive plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Tanner J
Series 66
Reno, NV
Wells Fargo Advisors
Tanner Johnson specializes in planning for children with special needs, supported by his role at Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm known for comprehensive financial planning and proprietary research tools. With three years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he also brings expertise in divorce financial planning and business exit strategies. His background as a founder and service to high-net-worth clients further distinguishes his approach in Nevada's financial advisory landscape.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Scott M
Series 63, Series 65
Incline Village, NV
Merrill
Scott Macdonald specializes in planning for children with special needs, leveraging over 38 years of experience at Merrill Lynch, a large firm known for comprehensive wealth management. He leads a dedicated Special Needs Team that collaborates closely with attorneys and caregivers to manage Special Needs Trusts and court-supervised trusts. Compared to other advisors, Scott offers a seasoned approach with a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million and serves mid-career professionals and high earners in Incline Village, Nevada.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Joel Z
Series 63, Series 66
Las Vegas, NV
Edward Jones
Joel Zoufaly specializes in planning for children with special needs and general estate planning, supported by his role at Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets. His military background and two years of industry experience complement his expertise, while the firm's broad wealth management services and a fee structure of up to 1.35% annually provide a comprehensive approach compared to other advisors in Nevada.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $246,728
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