Top college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Rock Island, IL
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. A common mistake is not aligning the savings plan with your child's timeline and your overall financial picture, which can reduce the benefits.
- Account type suitability. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, considering your state tax rules and your family's goals.
- Investment strategy alignment. Ask how they adjust investments as your child approaches college age to balance growth and risk.
- Financial aid impact. Understand how different savings accounts might affect your child's eligibility for financial aid.
- Coordination with other goals. Check how they integrate college savings with your retirement and other financial priorities to avoid unintended trade-offs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Daniel O
Series 66
Milan, IL
LPL Financial
Daniel Olsen offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 24 years of experience and a Series 66 designation. Operating from Milan, IL with LPL Financial, a large firm, he provides flat-fee financial planning and integrates wealth management and tax-loss harvesting strategies, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on college savings.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Harrison W
Series 65
Moline, IL
Belpointe Asset Management LLC
Harrison Wallace specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by five years of experience and a Series 65 license. Operating from Moline, IL with Belpointe Asset Management, he offers flat-fee, independent advice and integrates tax-loss harvesting and active portfolio management, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on traditional college savings plans.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $705,312
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Mark M
Series 66
Rock Island, IL
Edward Jones
Mark Mayeski specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, leveraging 15 years of experience to align investment strategies with your child's timeline and financial goals. Operating within Edward Jones, a large firm with over 23,700 advisors, he offers a comprehensive range of advisory services and a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, providing access to both discretionary and non-discretionary investment options.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Darlene S
CFP®, PFS™
Moline, IL
Life Planning Solutions, LLC
Darlene Steffen specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, leveraging 14 years of experience to align investments with your child's timeline and family goals. As an independent CFP®-certified advisor offering flat-fee retainer services, she emphasizes global diversification through passive mutual funds and ETFs, providing personalized attention as the sole advisor at Life Planning Solutions in nearby Moline, IL.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $734,783
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Eric J
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 66
Davenport, IA
Charles Schwab
Eric Johannes offers expertise in college savings plans, including 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 29 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® credentials. Based in Davenport, IA, he works with Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients with a 0.80% annual AUM fee, providing integrated advisory and brokerage services that may suit families balancing college savings with broader financial goals.
Experience: 29 years
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