Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in South Bend, IN
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 careful planning, you might miss out on how these accounts affect financial aid or tax benefits.
- Flat-fee clarity. Understand exactly what you pay for and how fees impact your savings growth over time.
- Account type guidance. Ask which college savings vehicles fit your goals and how they interact with state tax rules.
- Financial aid impact. Confirm how your savings strategy might influence eligibility for need-based aid.
- Investment approach. Look for advisors who adjust investments as your child nears college age, balancing growth and risk.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Mary V
Series 66
South Bend, IN
LPL Financial
Mary Vegh specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in South Bend, IN. With 12 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, she works at LPL Financial, a large firm known for diverse investment solutions and in-house research, which may provide broader resources compared to smaller practices.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Tyler M
Series 65, Series 63
Mishawaka, IN
W&S Advisory Services, LLC
Tyler Mccullough specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning starting at $1,500 and monthly fees for UGMA wrap programs. Located near South Bend in Mishawaka, IN, he serves parents and young families with four years of experience and uses model portfolios managed by Fort Washington Investment Advisors, differentiating him with a blend of digital platform access and insurance affiliate planning.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $791
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Istrael D
Series 63, Series 66
Granger, IN
Empower Advisory Group
Istrael Diego offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts with a flat-fee structure, providing clear one-time and monthly fees that help clients plan without surprises. Based in nearby Granger, IN, he brings 12 years of experience and a background at Fidelity and E*Trade, working within Empower Advisory Group's large-firm platform that supports employer-sponsored retirement plans and integrated investment management.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Edward B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Elkhart, IN
Fortified Wealth
Edward Bails specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning services ranging from $1,500 to $15,000. With 28 years of experience and CFP® certification, he provides discretionary investment management using a long-term, fundamental analysis approach, serving individuals and high-net-worth clients from Elkhart, IN, near South Bend.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $281,415
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