Large-firm, planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Ontario, CA
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 a child with special needs, you face unique financial challenges that can affect your family's future security. Without focused expertise, it's easy to overlook critical benefits or mismanage long-term care funding.
- Government benefits navigation. Confirm how the advisor helps you understand and preserve eligibility for programs like disability support and Medicaid.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about their experience setting up trusts that protect your child's assets without jeopardizing benefits.
- Long-term care planning. Ensure they consider ongoing care costs and how to fund them sustainably over decades.
- Coordination with professionals. Look for advisors who work closely with attorneys and therapists to align financial plans with your child's evolving needs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Richard G
Series 66
Westlake Village, CA
Wells Fargo Advisors
Richard Groscost's 24 years of experience and Series 66 license equip him to address the complex financial needs of families planning for children with special needs, leveraging Wells Fargo Advisors' expertise in special-needs planning and business-owner transitions. Based in Claremont, CA, he serves high-net-worth clients through a large firm that offers investment and fee-based planning, distinguishing him with access to proprietary research and tailored financial strategies.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Tirso D
Series 63, Series 66
Brea, CA
Edward Jones
Tirso De Anda specializes in planning for children with special needs and brings 25 years of industry experience through his role at Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets. His expertise includes retirement plans for business owners and college savings, offering a comprehensive approach with a program fee up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or smaller firm resources.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Whitney Z
Series 66
Riverside, CA
Merrill
Whitney Zick offers expertise in planning for children with special needs within a large-firm setting, bringing 15 years of experience and a focus on wealth management and retirement strategies. Her approach includes socially responsible investing and values-based guidance, with a fee structure of 1.10% AUM, distinguishing her through a blend of specialized planning and commitment to community involvement near Ontario, CA.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $860,085
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