Seasoned, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Providence, RI
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 an advisor who understands how to balance saving with other financial goals. A common mistake is focusing only on investment returns without considering how savings vehicles affect financial aid eligibility.
- Savings vehicle knowledge. Confirm they can explain differences between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, and other options, including tax implications.
- Financial aid impact. Ask how your savings strategy might influence your child's eligibility for need-based aid.
- Long-term planning. Look for advisors who integrate college savings with your overall financial picture, not just as a standalone goal.
- Experience matters. Seasoned advisors here bring decades of insight into navigating changing education costs and funding strategies.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Robert M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Plainville, MA
ValMark Advisers, Inc.
Robert Macarthur's 31 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Providence families through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, balancing tax implications and financial aid considerations. His affiliation with ValMark Advisers, which offers diversified, goal-based portfolios and extensive back-office support, complements his flat-fee and hourly fee structures, providing flexible, seasoned guidance compared to other local advisors.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $554,438
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Richard C
Series 63, Series 65
Providence, RI
Blue Fin Capital, Inc.
Richard Carolan Jr. offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with 29 years of experience in Providence, RI. His firm, Blue Fin Capital, serves high-net-worth clients with a tailored investment approach and charges a 1.25% AUM fee, differentiating him through a focus on discretionary portfolio management and sophisticated trading strategies.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $1,087,856
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Kimberly C
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Providence, RI
Charles Schwab
Kimberly Crespi brings 37 years of experience and specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, making her well-equipped to navigate Providence's education funding challenges. As a CFP®-certified advisor at Charles Schwab, she serves high-net-worth clients with a 0.80% AUM fee, offering access to multi-asset portfolios and integrated financial planning beyond just college savings.
Experience: 37 years
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Mark C
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Providence, RI
LPL Financial
Mark Cruise brings 41 years of experience in Providence, RI, specializing in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, with credentials including ChFC®. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse advisory services, he provides flat-fee financial planning and integrates college savings with broader wealth management and retirement planning for business owners.
Experience: 41 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Robert M
Series 63, Series 65
Providence, RI
Merrill
Robert Mcgreen brings 38 years of experience in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with a focus on integrating these with overall wealth management and retirement income planning. Based in Providence, RI, he works at Merrill, a large firm, offering a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies, and specializes in serving executives, business owners, and women professionals, providing tailored advice for complex financial goals.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $860,085
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