Large-firm, 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 balance current expenses with future education costs, especially if you have multiple children or expect changes in financial aid eligibility. Without careful planning, you might miss out on tax advantages or unintentionally affect financial aid calculations.
- Account type trade-offs. Ask how they choose between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, or other vehicles based on your family's goals and flexibility needs.
- Contribution timing. Confirm their approach to scheduling contributions to maximize growth while keeping options open for changing circumstances.
- Financial aid impact. Understand how they model savings strategies to minimize negative effects on your child's eligibility for need-based aid.
- Large-firm resources. Advisors here can leverage extensive research and tools from their firms, which may benefit complex college savings scenarios.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Sydney J
Series 66
West Chester, OH
LPL Financial
Sydney Johnson specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making her well-suited to help Ohio families balance education costs and tax advantages. Working with LPL Financial, a large firm offering extensive research and diverse investment options, she provides flat-fee financial planning and serves a broad client base including high-net-worth households, which may offer more comprehensive resources compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 0 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Afetsi A
Series 63
Cincinnati, OH
Charles Schwab
Afetsi Aidam specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 21 years of experience and affiliation with Charles Schwab's large-firm resources in Cincinnati, Ohio. His expertise extends to private investments and multi-state taxation, offering a comprehensive approach with a 0.80% annual fee, which may suit clients seeking seasoned guidance within a well-established wealth advisory framework.
Experience: 22 years
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Dylan H
Series 66
Columbus, OH
Merrill
Dylan Haines specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, leveraging Merrill's large-firm resources to address complex education funding needs in Ohio. With 4 years of experience, a 1.10% AUM fee structure, and expertise in retirement and estate planning, he also serves mid-career professionals and high earners, offering a comprehensive approach that balances education funding with broader wealth management goals.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Arthur W
Series 63, Series 65
Centerville, OH
Money Concepts Capital Corp
Arthur Wright's 33 years of experience and focus on college savings, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, equip him to address complex education funding needs in Ohio. Working with Money Concepts Capital Corp, a large firm offering diverse managed programs and financial planning services, he combines fundamental and technical analysis to tailor strategies, differentiating him from advisors with less extensive firm resources or narrower investment approaches.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $237,847
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Melissa D
Series 66
Huron, OH
Edward Jones
Melissa Danicki specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by her 10 years of experience and Series 66 designation. Working with Edward Jones, a large full-service firm with extensive resources and a broad client base, she offers a program fee up to 1.35% annually and additional expertise in retirement income and estate planning, which may benefit families seeking comprehensive financial guidance in Ohio.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $246,728
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