Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Oregon
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 lock in tuition costs before they rise or when your child approaches high school. Without careful planning, you might miss out on tax advantages or choose the wrong account type for your family's needs. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprises.
- Account type guidance. Confirm they explain differences between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, and other options, focusing on tax benefits and control.
- State tax implications. Oregon has no sales tax but higher income taxes; ask how this affects your college savings strategy.
- Contribution strategy. Look for advice on timing and amount to maximize growth while keeping flexibility for changing education plans.
- Financial aid impact. Check if they consider how savings accounts affect eligibility for scholarships and aid.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Rebecca R
Series 63, Series 65
Lake Oswego, OR
Human Investing
Rebecca Rohleder specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, offering flat-fee advisory services in Oregon that help clients navigate tax benefits and account types effectively. With 13 years of experience and a background at TIAA-Cref, she combines a proprietary planning process with diversified, low-cost index funds, serving both individual and institutional clients, which distinguishes her approach from others in the region.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $723,868
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Kathy P
Series 63, Series 65
Aloha, OR
LPL Financial
Kathy Phillips specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making her well-suited for families in Oregon aiming to optimize tax benefits and contribution strategies for education funding. With 29 years of experience at LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, she also brings expertise in retirement plans and tax-loss harvesting, providing a broader financial perspective compared to advisors focused solely on college savings.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Stephanie S
Series 66
Salem, OR
Keudell Morrison Wealth Management, LLC
Stephanie Smith offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 12 years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Operating from Salem, OR, she provides flat-fee financial advice through Keudell Morrison Wealth Management, which serves diverse clients with a diversified investment approach grounded in Modern Portfolio Theory, distinguishing her from advisors focused solely on individual or business clients.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $1,041,509
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Michael S
CFP®, Series 63
Eugene, OR
Syman-Degler Group, LLC
Michael Syman Degler offers flat-fee financial planning up to $5,000, specializing in college savings accounts like 529s and UTMAs, making him well-suited for families in Oregon aiming to optimize tax benefits and contribution strategies. With 28 years of experience and CFP® certification, he provides independent, non-discretionary advice focusing on mutual-fund allocations through platforms like Charles Schwab, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or investment approaches.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $318,630
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Ellen J
Series 65
Corvallis, OR
Thistle Wealth
Ellen Johnson specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, offering flat-fee financial planning with a fixed upfront fee, which suits families seeking predictable costs. Located in Corvallis, Oregon, she brings expertise in real estate investing and business ownership considerations, serving high-net-worth clients with a blend of passive and active investment strategies, differentiating her from advisors focused solely on traditional college savings approaches.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $1,633,100
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