Independent, 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.
You need a college savings advisor when you're planning for your child's education expenses and want to use tax-advantaged accounts like 529 plans or UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts effectively. Without focused guidance, you might miss out on optimizing contributions or coordinating these accounts with financial aid strategies.
- Account type selection. Confirm how they help choose between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, or other options based on your family's financial situation and goals.
- Tax implications. Ask how they manage the tax benefits and potential impacts on financial aid eligibility.
- Contribution strategy. Look for advisors who develop a plan that balances your savings timeline with your cash flow and investment risk tolerance.
- Independent advice. Since these advisors operate independently, check how they tailor recommendations without being tied to specific financial products.
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 strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 13 years of experience and a background at TIAA-Cref. Operating independently with a flat-fee structure, she offers tailored financial planning through Human Investing's proprietary hiPLAN process, emphasizing diversified, low-cost index funds, which may appeal to families seeking comprehensive, cost-effective college savings guidance in Oregon.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $723,868
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Lindsay F
Series 65
Portland, OR
Mengis Capital Management, Inc.
Lindsay Fromhart specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 16 years of experience and a Series 65 designation. Operating independently at Mengis Capital Management in Portland, she serves high-net-worth clients with customized equity and income portfolios, charging a 1.00% AUM fee and hourly rates for financial planning, which may suit families seeking tailored, comprehensive investment management alongside college savings advice.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $2,195,114
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Stephanie S
Series 66
Salem, OR
Keudell Morrison Wealth Management, LLC
Stephanie Smith specializes in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, making her well-suited for families planning education expenses in Oregon. She offers independent, flat-fee advice with 12 years of experience and employs a diversified investment approach grounded in Modern Portfolio Theory, distinguishing her from advisors tied to specific products or fee structures.
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 specializes in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, making him well-suited for families planning education expenses in Oregon. With 28 years of experience and CFP® certification, he offers independent advice through his firm, Syman-Degler Group, LLC, using a flat-fee structure and focusing on mutual-fund allocations via platforms like Charles Schwab, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent fees and a non-discretionary investment approach.
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 strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, making her well-suited for families planning education expenses in Oregon. Operating independently at Thistle Wealth, she offers flat-fee financial planning and serves high-net-worth clients, combining passive and active investment approaches with expertise in business ownership and cash flow management, which distinguishes her from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $1,633,100
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