Large-firm, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Ormond Beach, FL
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 college expenses, you want to make sure your savings strategy fits your family's timeline and financial situation. Without careful planning, you might miss out on tax benefits or limit your flexibility for future education costs. Large-firm advisors often have access to a wide range of resources and tools that can support your college savings goals.
- Tax impact awareness. Since Florida has no state income tax, ask how they optimize your savings for federal taxes and other local taxes like property and sales.
- Account type guidance. Confirm they explain differences between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, and other options, focusing on how each affects control and financial aid.
- Investment options. Large firms may offer diverse investment choices; ask how they tailor these to your risk tolerance and college timeline.
- Coordination with broader planning. College savings often intersect with estate and wealth transfer plans; check how they integrate these elements for your family.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Jason F
Series 66
Ormond Beach, FL
Edward Jones
Jason Frederick at Edward Jones in Ormond Beach, FL, specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, leveraging his Series 66 designation and two years of experience. Edward Jones, a large firm with over $1 trillion in assets, offers diverse investment options and comprehensive wealth management, supporting tailored strategies for business owners and founders with an annual program fee up to 1.35% AUM.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Kris S
Series 63, Series 65
Ormond Beach, FL
LPL Financial
Kris Stockhammer specializes in college savings strategies within a large firm setting, leveraging LPL Financial's extensive resources to tailor 529 and UTMA plans for families in Ormond Beach, FL. With 19 years of experience and a flat-fee structure, he also offers expertise in wealth management and retirement plans, providing a comprehensive approach that integrates tax-loss harvesting and business owner retirement solutions.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Scott W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Daytona Beach, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Scott Weidman, a CFP® with 25 years of experience at J.W. Cole Advisors, offers expertise in college savings plans including 529s and UTMA accounts, tailored to your family's timeline and risk tolerance. His large-firm affiliation provides access to diverse investment options and integrated financial planning, with flexible flat-fee and hourly pricing, distinguishing him from other advisors in the Ormond Beach area.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $255,702
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James P
Series 63, Series 66
Ormond Beach, FL
Charles Schwab
James Pennington at Charles Schwab in Ormond Beach offers expertise in college savings plans, including 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 17 years of experience and Series 63 and 66 credentials. His affiliation with a large firm provides access to diverse investment options and multi-asset model portfolios, with a 0.80% annual AUM fee, catering primarily to high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 18 years
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Matthew G
Series 66
Daytona Beach, FL
Merrill
Matthew Gillikin specializes in college savings strategies within a large firm setting, offering expertise in 529 plans and multi-generational wealth transfer tailored to parents in the Ormond Beach area. With 15 years of experience at Merrill, he combines a 1.10% AUM fee structure with a focus on integrating college savings into broader retirement and legacy planning, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower scopes or different fee models.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $860,085
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