CFP®-certified, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Ohio
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. A common mistake is not accounting for how municipal income taxes, which differ by Ohio city, can affect your savings growth and withdrawals.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm how they factor in local municipal taxes when planning your college savings strategy.
- Account type guidance. Ask why they might recommend a 529 plan versus a UTMA account based on your family's financial and educational goals.
- Contribution flexibility. Check how they handle changes in your savings ability or shifts in college cost projections over time.
- Coordination with financial aid. See if they consider how your savings might influence eligibility for need-based aid or scholarships.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Gretchen C
CFP®
Wooster, OH
Apollo Wealth Management
Gretchen Carr specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by her CFP® certification and three years of industry experience in Wooster, Ohio. She offers flexible flat-fee financial planning ranging from $20 to $15,000 and integrates diverse investment strategies including quantitative and technical analysis, distinguishing her from advisors who may focus solely on traditional approaches or different fee structures.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $44,898
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Tyler H
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Cincinnati, OH
Charles Schwab
Tyler Hardtke's CFP® certification and eight years of experience equip him to guide Ohio families through college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with attention to multi-state taxation nuances. Working at Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers a 0.80% annual AUM fee and access to multi-asset model portfolios, distinguishing him with robust resources and a focus on sophisticated investment options.
Experience: 9 years
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Craig F
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Dublin, OH
LPL Financial
Craig Forsberg's 15 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Ohio families in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts. Operating within LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he also specializes in wealth management and retirement plans for business owners, providing a broad perspective that complements his focus on tax-efficient college savings.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Christopher E
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Austin, TX
BlueSpring Wealth Management, LLC
Christopher Entringer is well-equipped to assist with college savings in Ohio, leveraging his CFP® certification and 22 years of experience to navigate 529 plans and UTMA accounts effectively. His firm, Ritter Daniher Financial Advisory LLC, offers comprehensive wealth management with a long-term investment approach, combining active and passive funds, and provides flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly rates, distinguishing him from advisors with more limited service models.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $1,569,924
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Jamie M
CFP®, Series 63
Dublin, OH
PDS Planning Inc
Jamie Menges is well-equipped to assist with college savings in Ohio, leveraging his 23 years of experience and CFP® certification to navigate 529 plans and UTMA accounts effectively. Operating from Dublin, OH, he offers flat-fee, independent advisory services through PDS Planning Inc., which emphasizes a planning-driven approach and serves high-net-worth clients, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or client focuses.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $3,436,245
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