Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Payson, AZ
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.
If you're planning for your child's education expenses, setting up college savings accounts like 529 plans or UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts can help you manage funds efficiently. Without careful planning, you might miss out on tax advantages or choose accounts that don't align with your family's financial goals. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Tax benefits understanding. Confirm how they explain the tax advantages and limitations of 529 and UTMA accounts.
- Investment options. Ask about the range of investment choices within these accounts and how they match your risk tolerance.
- Withdrawal strategies. Learn how they plan distributions to minimize taxes and maximize financial aid eligibility.
- Account ownership implications. Understand who controls the funds and how that affects your child's financial aid and future access.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Randolph R
Series 65
Fountain Hills, AZ
Solitude Canyon Investment Advisors, LLC
Randolph Reinwasser offers expertise in college savings plans with a flat-fee structure, providing clear project fees negotiated upfront, which suits families in Payson, AZ seeking predictable costs. His firm emphasizes customized portfolios guided by written Investment Policy Statements and disciplined asset allocation, serving a diverse client base including individuals and institutions, which differentiates him from advisors focusing solely on individual clients or standard investment approaches.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $733,333
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Gregg T
Series 65
Scottsdale, AZ
Big Cedar Investment Advisors
Gregg Tushaus specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning with a $2,500 fixed fee for comprehensive plans. Based in Scottsdale, AZ, he brings 10 years of experience and a Series 65 designation, combining fundamental and technical analysis for portfolio management, which may appeal to clients seeking a disciplined investment approach alongside college savings advice.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $13,175,688
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Ryan T
Series 63, Series 66
Cave Creek, AZ
Empower Advisory Group
Ryan Toso offers expertise in college savings plans with 26 years of experience and holds Series 63 and 66 licenses, providing flat-fee options including one-time fees from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions. His affiliation with Empower Advisory Group, a large firm known for integrating proprietary and third-party investment strategies, distinguishes him from others by combining retirement and college savings planning within a comprehensive financial framework.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Arthur W
Series 66
Payson, AZ
Kingsview Wealth Management, LLC
Arthur Walsh specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning with fees as low as $5 per month per account, which suits families seeking predictable costs. His 14 years of experience and Series 66 designation, combined with Kingsview Wealth Management's broad investment options and $6.7 billion in assets under management, provide a robust platform for tailored education funding strategies in Payson, AZ.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $703,115
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Douglas F
Series 63, Series 66
Rio Verde, AZ
LPL Financial
Douglas Faust's 31 years of experience and expertise in college savings plans, including 529s and UTMA accounts, equip him to address education funding needs effectively. Operating through LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he also brings strengths in tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners, providing a broad advisory scope beyond just college savings.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $399,489
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