CFP®-certified, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Radford, VA
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.
Saving for college often starts when you want to make the most of tax-advantaged accounts like 529 plans or UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts. Without careful planning, you might miss out on how these accounts interact with financial aid calculations or state tax benefits.
CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including education savings strategies.
- Account type guidance. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, especially how they balance tax benefits with your family's financial situation.
- Financial aid impact. Ask how they factor in your savings plan's effect on potential aid eligibility and strategies to minimize negative impacts.
- Investment approach. Look for advisors who adjust investment risk as your child nears college age, not just a fixed portfolio.
- Coordination with other goals. Ensure they consider college savings alongside retirement and other priorities, avoiding overcommitment to one goal.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Trevor G
CFP®, Series 66
Blacksburg, VA
Kingsview Wealth Management, LLC
Trevor Gray's CFP® certification and 16 years of experience, including expertise in college savings and tax strategies, equip him to guide families in Radford, VA on 529 plans and UTMA accounts. His firm, Kingsview Wealth Management, manages $6.7 billion with a mix of advisor-led planning and model-based strategies, offering flat fees and access to alternative investments, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower approaches or fee structures.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $703,115
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Ashley C
CFP®, Series 66
Radford, VA
Cultivate Financial Planning
Ashley Coake's 12 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to guide college savings strategies effectively, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, in Radford, VA. Her firm, Cultivate Financial Planning, offers a client-specific investment approach blending passive and active strategies, with negotiable hourly fees and services for high-net-worth individuals and business owners, distinguishing her from others with a focus on personalized planning and tax preparation.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $964,627
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Patrick B
CFP®, Series 63
Floyd, VA
LPL Financial
Patrick Beauchamp's CFP® certification and eight years of experience equip him to guide college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with attention to tax implications and financial aid impact. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee planning and diverse investment options, he also serves business owners and retirees, providing a broad perspective compared to advisors focused solely on college savings.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $399,489
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