Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in South San Francisco, CA
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 custodial accounts. Without a clear plan, you might miss out on how these accounts affect your financial aid eligibility or future tax bills.
- Account type trade-offs. Ask how they choose between 529s and UTMA accounts based on your family's goals and control preferences.
- Contribution timing. Confirm their approach to when and how much to contribute to maximize growth and minimize gift tax issues.
- Investment options. Look for advisors who explain how investment choices within these accounts impact risk and potential returns over your child's timeline.
- Flat-fee clarity. Since these advisors charge a set fee, ask exactly what services are included to avoid surprises.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Shawn T
CFP®
Burlingame, CA
Tessara Wealth
Shawn Tydlaska specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning with a one-time onboarding fee, which suits families seeking clear cost structures. Based in nearby Burlingame, CA, he brings a decade of experience and a CFP® certification, focusing on women professionals and employing a passive investment approach with diversified, low-cost funds.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $1,135,563
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Jeff W
CFP®, Series 66
Burlingame, CA
The Wealth Consulting Group
Jeff Weber specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 23 years of experience and CFP® certification, making him well-equipped for flat-fee financial planning in South San Francisco. His firm offers tailored investment strategies and integrates legal services, with flexible flat-fee planning engagements ranging from $500 to $10,000, distinguishing him from advisors with standard AUM fees or less comprehensive service models.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $466,923
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William R
Series 66
South San Francisco, CA
LPL Financial
William Rossitto Jr. specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by 24 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, making him well-equipped to navigate tax-advantaged education funding in South San Francisco. His flat-fee structure through LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive resources, complements his expertise in wealth management and retirement plans, offering a broad perspective compared to smaller or hourly-fee advisors.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Len D
Series 66
San Bruno, CA
Do, Len D
Len Do specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning services ranging from $250 to $2,500. With 20 years of experience and a background at UBS and Edward Jones, he emphasizes asset allocation and diversification, serving individuals and business owners near South San Francisco, CA, which may provide a more personalized approach compared to larger firms.
Experience: 20 years
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Roland C
Series 65
Burlingame, CA
Optura Advisors, Inc.
Roland Chow specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning services that clarify contribution timing and investment options to optimize growth and tax outcomes. Based in nearby Burlingame, CA, he brings 11 years of experience and a Series 65 designation, with additional expertise in retirement income and Social Security optimization, supported by Optura Advisors' use of model portfolios and consulting for retirement plans and charitable entities.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $95,635
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