CFP®-certified, planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Philadelphia, PA
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 go beyond typical family planning. A common mistake is overlooking how to coordinate government benefits with your financial resources, which can affect your child's long-term care and quality of life. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in comprehensive financial planning, including special needs considerations.
- Government benefits navigation. Confirm how they help protect eligibility for programs like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income while managing your assets.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about their experience setting up trusts that provide for your child without jeopardizing benefits.
- Long-term care planning. Ensure they consider future care costs and coordinate funding strategies accordingly.
- Education and advocacy support. See if they assist with planning for specialized education expenses and connecting you to community resources.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michael A
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Collegeville, PA
Wells Fargo Advisors
Michael Ahrens brings 25 years of experience and CFP® certification to planning for children with special needs, offering expertise in coordinating government benefits and special needs trusts. Based in Cherry Hill, NJ, he works with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, and also focuses on business exit strategies and cash flow management, providing a broad range of financial planning services.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Joseph P
CFP®, Series 66
Philadelphia, PA
Wissahickon Wealth Management LLC
Joseph Purcell offers specialized financial planning for families with children who have special needs, leveraging his 16 years of industry experience and CFP® certification in Philadelphia. His firm, Wissahickon Wealth Management LLC, provides flat-fee planning starting at $1,000 and focuses on major life transitions, using a discretionary, fundamental security-selection investment approach, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or investment styles.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $680,374
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Alexander P
CFP®, Series 66
Newtown, PA
Anthony Petsis & Associates Inc.
Alexander Petsis offers specialized financial planning for children with special needs, backed by 12 years of experience and CFP® certification, serving clients from Newtown, PA. His firm provides hourly, planning-only services without ongoing asset management, catering to individuals and high-net-worth clients, which may suit those seeking flexible, research-driven advice compared to advisors with continuous management models.
Experience: 13 years
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