CFP®-certified, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Santa Fe, NM
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 focused guidance, you might miss how to balance saving for education with other financial goals or misunderstand the tax implications.
- Account type guidance. Confirm how they help choose between 529s, UTMA, or other savings vehicles based on your family's needs and flexibility.
- Tax impact awareness. Ask how they explain the tax benefits and potential penalties tied to each college savings option.
- Investment strategy alignment. Look for advisors who adjust investment risk as your child approaches college age, not just a fixed approach.
- Coordination with financial goals. Ensure they consider how college savings fit 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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Thomas S
CFP®
Santa Fe, NM
T.C. Schwab Financial Planning, LLC
Thomas Schwab, a CFP® professional with 18 years of experience in Santa Fe, specializes in college savings including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering tailored guidance on tax implications and investment strategies. His firm provides hourly, fee-only planning emphasizing long-term asset allocation and global diversification, catering to high-net-worth clients seeking independent advice without direct asset management.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $0
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Jessica B
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Santa Fe, NM
LPL Financial
Jessica Bicoll's 26 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to guide families in Santa Fe through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, balancing these with broader financial goals. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment solutions, she provides flat-fee financial planning, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent pricing and seasoned expertise.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $399,489
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William M
CFP®, Series 63
Santa Fe, NM
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
William Mcarthur's 40 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide families in Santa Fe on college savings strategies like 529 plans and UTMA accounts. Working with J.W. Cole Advisors, a large national firm, he offers flat-fee planning and access to diverse investment options, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $255,702
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