CFP®-certified, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Salt Lake City, UT
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 your child's education expenses or setting up a fund for future family needs, 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 benefits and withdrawal rules.
- Tax-advantaged strategies. Confirm how they optimize contributions and withdrawals to maximize tax savings specific to college savings plans.
- Withdrawal timing. Ask how they plan distributions to align with education expenses and avoid penalties.
- Account ownership insights. Understand their approach to choosing between 529 plans and UTMA accounts based on your family's financial goals.
- Education cost forecasting. See if they incorporate local trends and inflation to estimate future college costs accurately.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brian B
CFP®, Series 66
Salt Lake City, UT
CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC
Brian Bevan's 17 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to navigate the complexities of college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts in Salt Lake City. At CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, he offers flat-fee financial planning and leverages a strategic asset allocation approach with mutual funds and ETFs, serving a diverse client base including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $1,730,668
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Austin G
CFP®, Series 66
Salt Lake City, UT
LPL Financial
Austin Green's 20 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to navigate the complexities of college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts in Salt Lake City. Working with LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he serves a diverse clientele including high-net-worth households, which may provide broader wealth management insights alongside college savings strategies.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Steven C
CFP®, Series 66
Salt Lake City, UT
Centaurus Financial, Inc.
Steven Cox specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, leveraging his CFP® certification and seven years of experience in Salt Lake City. Working at Centaurus Financial, Inc., a large firm, he offers flexible fee structures including negotiable hourly rates, and also supports business owners with risk reduction strategies, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on individual college savings.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $213,989
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Thomas F
CFP®, Series 65
Salt Lake City, UT
Wilson Financial Advisors, Inc.
Thomas Fritz brings 25 years of experience and CFP® certification to college savings planning in Salt Lake City, specializing in 529 and UTMA accounts. His firm offers fee-only hourly or retainer billing, serving a broad client base with a buy-and-hold investment approach using no-load mutual funds, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or investment styles.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $0
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John F
CFP®
Salt Lake City, UT
A & C Investment, Inc.
John Freed offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, backed by 28 years of experience and CFP® certification in Salt Lake City. His firm, A & C Investment, Inc., serves individuals and family trusts with a long-term, fundamental analysis approach, providing flat-fee and asset-based pricing options, which may appeal to clients seeking personalized, independent advice with a focus on diversified mutual funds and ETFs.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $1,970,364
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