Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Tempe, AZ
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 focused guidance, you might miss how to balance these savings with other financial goals or overlook the impact of financial aid rules.
- Account type clarity. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, since each has different tax benefits and withdrawal rules.
- Fee transparency. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so ask how that fee covers ongoing advice and account management.
- Financial aid impact. Good advisors consider how your savings affect eligibility for need-based aid, not just the amount saved.
- Investment approach. Look for advisors who adjust investment strategies as your child nears college age, balancing growth and risk appropriately.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Benjamin S
Series 66
Tempe, AZ
LPL Financial
Benjamin Stidham specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in Tempe, AZ. With 22 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he operates through LPL Financial, a large firm providing diverse advisory programs and model portfolios, which may offer broader investment options compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Andrew F
Series 65, Series 66
Tempe, AZ
Cadence Wealth Management, LLC
Andrew Ficarra specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning in Tempe, AZ. With 10 years of experience and a firm that uses modern portfolio theory and tactical asset allocation, he serves both individual and high-net-worth clients, providing transparent fees ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 for planning services.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $576,828
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Christopher T
Series 63, Series 65
Tempe, AZ
CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC
Christopher Tedesco in Tempe, AZ, specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning tailored to business owners and executives. His firm employs strategic asset allocation with model portfolios and third-party programs, providing a comprehensive approach that balances growth and risk as college nears, distinguishing him from advisors with less integrated investment strategies.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $1,730,668
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Elizabeth C
Series 63, Series 66
Tempe, AZ
RFG Advisory, LLC
Elizabeth Connor offers expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, supported by nine years of experience and Series 63 and 66 licenses. Operating in Tempe, AZ, she provides flat-fee financial planning through RFG Advisory, a firm managing $8 billion with a mix of active and passive strategies, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent fees and diversified investment approaches.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $295,694
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Jacob S
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Tempe, AZ
Empower Advisory Group
Jacob Schuerman specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee options with one-time fees ranging from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions of $15 or $29. His experience at Empower Advisory Group, a large firm focused on employer-sponsored retirement plans and integrated financial solutions, distinguishes him by combining college savings expertise with broader retirement and income strategy knowledge.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $565,063
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