Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Seattle, WA
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 lock in education costs before tuition rises or when you receive a financial gift meant for education. Without careful planning, you might miss out on tax advantages or choose accounts that don't fit your family's needs. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Account type guidance. Confirm which savings vehicles they recommend, like 529 plans or UTMA accounts, and why one suits your goals better.
- Tax impact awareness. Ask how they navigate Washington's unique tax landscape, including capital gains and sales taxes, to optimize your savings.
- Contribution strategy. Understand their approach to timing and amount of contributions to maximize growth and minimize tax exposure.
- Financial aid considerations. Check how they factor in college savings when estimating your child's eligibility for financial aid.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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James Z
Series 66
Seattle, WA
LPL Financial
James Zwickert specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial in Seattle. With 23 years of experience and expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners, he provides comprehensive strategies that consider tax impacts and contribution timing, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or different fee structures.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Samantha K
CFP®, Series 65
Seattle, WA
Creative Money LLC
Samantha Kirby specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in Seattle. With nine years of experience and CFP® certification, she works within a fee-only firm that emphasizes passive, low-cost investments and comprehensive planning including retirement and tax strategies, distinguishing her from advisors who may focus solely on asset management.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $0
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Richard E
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Seattle, WA
Cadence Wealth Management, LLC
Richard Egan offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 24 years in financial services and CFP® certification, making him well-suited for flat-fee planning in Seattle. His firm, Cadence Wealth Management, serves both high-net-worth and non-HNW clients using modern portfolio theory and tactical asset allocation, with flat fees typically ranging from $1,000 to $5,000, providing transparent pricing compared to percentage-based fees.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $576,828
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Bethany S
CFP®
Seattle, WA
Breakwater Investment Management
Bethany Steinhaus specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning ranging from $2,500 to $20,000 based on complexity. Located in Seattle, she manages $250.8 million in assets with a focus on low-cost, globally diversified portfolios, blending passive ETFs and active funds, which may appeal to clients seeking a balanced investment approach alongside tax-efficient college savings.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $1,987,975
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Stuart M
Series 63, Series 65
Seattle, WA
PNW Asset Management
Stuart McGehee specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in Seattle with 13 years of experience. His firm, PNW Asset Management, focuses on tax-efficient strategies and uses a proprietary Cashflow Fingerprint model, which may provide a distinctive approach compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $1,350,103
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