Large-firm, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in New York
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 your child's education expenses, setting up and managing college savings accounts like 529 plans or UTMA accounts can feel complex. Without focused guidance, you might overlook how state tax rules or estate tax cliffs could affect your savings strategy.
- State tax implications. Confirm how the advisor navigates New York's tax benefits and potential pitfalls tied to college savings accounts.
- Estate tax awareness. Ask how they plan around estate tax thresholds that can unexpectedly increase tax bills for larger savings.
- Account type selection. Understand their reasoning for recommending 529 plans versus UTMA accounts based on your family's financial goals.
- Large-firm resources. Explore how the advisor leverages their firm's tools and expertise to support your college savings plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Steven B
Series 63, Series 66
New York City, NY
Charles Schwab
Steven Becker's expertise in college savings and multi-state taxation, combined with 29 years of experience, equips him to navigate New York's tax benefits and estate tax considerations for education funding. At Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers a 0.80% AUM fee and access to multi-asset model portfolios, distinguishing him with robust resources and a seasoned background.
Experience: 29 years
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Katie C
Series 63, Series 65
Amherst, NY
LPL Financial
Katie Catanzaro specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 18 years of industry experience and her Series 63 and 65 licenses. Operating through LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive resources, she offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting, which may provide cost transparency compared to hourly fee structures used by some advisors.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Lambros V
Series 63, Series 65
Poughkeepsie, NY
Merrill
Lambros Violaris specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, leveraging Merrill's large-firm resources to navigate New York's tax implications and estate tax considerations. With 33 years of experience and expertise in women's finance and executive compensation, he offers a broad perspective that complements his focus on education planning, distinguishing him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Kevin V
Series 63
Vestal, NY
Edward Jones
Kevin Vestel specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, backed by 22 years of experience and a Series 63 designation. Operating from Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a comprehensive wealth management approach with a program fee up to 1.35%, suitable for clients seeking seasoned guidance in New York.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Lisa S
Series 66
Boonville, NY
Money Concepts Capital Corp
Lisa Stanford's 17 years of experience and Series 66 license equip her to handle college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, within Money Concepts Capital Corp's large-firm environment. Her firm uses a blend of model portfolios and third-party advisers, offering a mix of fundamental and technical analysis, which may provide more diversified investment approaches compared to other advisors in New York.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $237,847
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