Seasoned, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Platteville, WI
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 preparing to fund a child's college education, you need an advisor who understands the nuances of college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts. Without this expertise, you might miss opportunities to maximize tax advantages or coordinate savings with financial aid strategies. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience, helping you navigate these complex decisions with confidence.
- Plan selection insight. Ask how they evaluate different college savings vehicles to fit your family's financial situation and goals.
- Tax implications. Confirm they explain how contributions and withdrawals affect your taxes and potential aid eligibility.
- Investment approach. Look for advisors who adjust investment strategies as your child nears college age to balance growth and risk.
- Coordination with other goals. Ensure they consider how college savings fit alongside retirement and other financial priorities.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Timothy W
Series 63, Series 65
Dubuque, IA
Weitzel Financial Services, Inc.
Timothy Weitzel's 43 years of experience and expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts equip him to guide families through tax implications and investment strategies as college approaches. Operating from Dubuque, IA, his firm manages $274 million with a goal-based, actively managed investment approach, offering flat-fee and hourly financial planning options that may suit diverse client needs compared to other advisors.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $289,040
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Jesse D
Series 63, Series 65
Hazel Green, WI
Empower Advisory Group
Jesse Dalsing offers 25 years of experience in college savings strategies, including 529 and UTMA plans, supported by his Series 63 and 65 designations. Operating from Hazel Green, WI, he provides flat-fee and monthly subscription options through Empower Advisory Group, a large firm focused on integrated financial planning and long-term portfolio management, distinguishing him from advisors with less comprehensive service models.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $565,063
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George B
Series 63
Platteville, WI
LPL Financial
George Byykkonen brings 35 years of experience in college savings strategies, including 529 and UTMA plans, supported by his role at LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive resources. His flat-fee financial planning and expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners offer a comprehensive approach that balances college funding with broader wealth management needs.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $399,489
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