Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Onalaska, WI
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 custodial accounts. Without careful planning, you might miss out on how to balance savings growth with financial aid impact or state tax benefits. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprises.
- Account type guidance. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, considering your state’s tax rules and your family’s financial situation.
- Financial aid impact. Ask how your savings strategy might affect eligibility for need-based aid and what steps they take to minimize that.
- Investment approach. Look for advisors who adjust investment risk as your child gets closer to college age, not just a one-size-fits-all plan.
- Fee clarity. Since these advisors work on a flat-fee basis, ensure you understand exactly what services are included and any additional costs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Mark B
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 66
Onalaska, WI
Interactive Financial Advisors
Mark Bertrang offers flat-fee financial planning services in Onalaska, WI, with expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts. With 38 years of experience and credentials including ChFC®, he provides independent advice through Interactive Financial Advisors, which uses model-based strategies and tools like Modern Portfolio Theory, distinguishing him from others by combining seasoned expertise with a negotiable fixed fee structure.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $183,947
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Bradley M
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Onalaska, WI
LPL Financial
Bradley Mills specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial in Onalaska, WI. With 26 years of experience and multiple securities licenses, he provides access to a large firm's resources and a flexible fee structure that includes negotiated flat fees and hourly options, distinguishing him from advisors with less firm support or fewer fee choices.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Troy B
Series 66
Onalaska, WI
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Troy Betthauser offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 25 years of experience and a Series 66 designation. Operating within the large firm J. W. Cole Advisors, he provides flat-fee financial planning with negotiated amounts, distinguishing him from others who may rely solely on asset-based fees or hourly rates.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $255,702
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