Seasoned, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Salisbury, MD
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 education or manage assets for a minor, you need an advisor who understands the nuances of college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts. A common mistake is treating these savings vehicles as simple investment accounts without considering tax implications and withdrawal rules.
- Tax implications awareness. Confirm the advisor knows how state and federal tax rules affect your savings plan, especially in Maryland where estate and inheritance taxes apply.
- Withdrawal strategy. Ask how they plan distributions to align with education expenses and avoid penalties.
- Account ownership guidance. Understand their approach to managing custodial accounts versus 529 plans, as each has different control and flexibility features.
- Experience with long-term planning. Seasoned advisors here bring decades of insight into adapting college savings strategies as your child's needs evolve.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Robert B
Series 63, Series 65
Berlin, MD
Merrill
Robert Bianca's four decades of experience and focus on college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts make him well-equipped to navigate the tax implications and withdrawal strategies essential for Maryland families. As a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill, a large firm, he also offers expertise in socially responsible investing and income planning, serving mid-career professionals and HENRY clients with a 1.10% AUM fee structure.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $860,085
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John B
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Ocean Pines, MD
Edward Jones
John Bennish brings 33 years of experience and expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by his Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses. Based in Ocean Pines, MD, he works with Edward Jones, a large full-service firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory programs with a fiduciary standard and an AUM fee up to 1.35% annually.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Dennis G
Series 63, Series 65
Salisbury, MD
Atlas Private Wealth Advisors
Dennis Grinestaff Jr. brings 26 years of experience in college savings strategies, including 529 and UTMA plans, making him well-equipped to navigate tax implications and withdrawal rules in Salisbury, MD. His firm, Atlas Private Wealth Advisors, manages $688 million in assets and offers flat-fee financial planning, appealing to clients seeking independent, seasoned guidance with flexible fee options.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $706,839
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William B
Series 65
Salisbury, MD
PKS Investment Advisors LLC
William Booth brings 26 years of experience in Salisbury, MD, specializing in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, with a focus on tax-loss harvesting and long-term care insurance. His firm uses a long-term, passive investment approach and offers flexible fee options, including negotiable AUM fees and hourly financial planning, distinguishing him from advisors with less comprehensive service models.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $612,166
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Kelley S
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Salisbury, MD
LPL Financial
Kelley Selph brings 26 years of experience in college savings strategies, including 529 and UTMA plans, supported by CFP® and ChFC® credentials. Operating in Salisbury, MD with LPL Financial, a large firm offering extensive research and diverse client services, Selph provides flat-fee financial planning, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or smaller firm resources.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $399,489
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