Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Plano, TX
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 might be planning for your child's education expenses or managing multiple college savings accounts like 529 plans or UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts. Without focused guidance, it's easy to overlook how different savings vehicles impact your overall tax situation and financial goals.
- Federal tax focus. Since Texas has no state income tax, ask how advisors prioritize federal tax implications and consider property and sales taxes in your planning.
- Account coordination. Confirm how they help manage multiple savings accounts to optimize growth and withdrawal timing for education costs.
- Fee transparency. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so clarify what services are included and how that fits your college savings needs.
- Long-term planning. College savings often span many years; check how advisors incorporate changing education costs and financial aid scenarios into their advice.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Austin L
Series 63, Series 65
Plano, TX
LPL Financial
Austin Lester specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial in Plano, TX. With 18 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 65, he supports diverse clients and integrates tax-loss harvesting and retirement planning, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on college savings.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Chad J
CFP®, Series 65
Plano, TX
Spartan Wealth Solutions LLC
Chad Johnson specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial and business advisory services tailored to self-employed clients in Plano, TX. His combined expertise in tax planning and debt management, along with his CFP® certification and seven years of experience, distinguishes him by integrating tax return preparation with long-term, non-discretionary investment strategies.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $1,037,222
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Mousumi M
Series 66
Plano, TX
WealthStar Advisors, LLC
Mousumi Mukherjee specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in Plano, TX. With 22 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, she serves high-net-worth clients through WealthStar Advisors, an independent firm known for active portfolio management and a proprietary Equity Substitution Strategy that integrates options and quantitative risk management.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $1,597,371
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Matt G
CFP®, CFA®
McKinney, TX
Financial Empowerment
Matthew Gagnon specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee, project-based financial planning in Plano, TX. With nine years of experience and CFA® credentials, he integrates federal tax considerations and long-term investment strategies using a blend of cyclical, fundamental, and quantitative analysis, distinguishing his approach from others who may focus solely on fee percentage or hourly rates.
Experience: 10 years
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Brittney K
CFP®, Series 63
Plano, TX
Ares Financial Consulting LLC
Brittney Kolesar specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee services in Plano, TX, which suits families managing education expenses. Her firm uses a Modern Portfolio Theory approach and serves a diverse client base including small businesses and charitable organizations, providing a broader perspective compared to advisors focused solely on individual retirement planning.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $843,432
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