Seasoned, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Tennessee
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.
When you're setting up college savings accounts like 529 plans or UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts, you want to avoid common pitfalls like choosing the wrong account type or missing tax benefits. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience to help you navigate these choices with a clear understanding of Tennessee's tax landscape, which doesn't tax wages or investment income at the state level.
- Account type guidance. Confirm how they help you pick between 529s, UTMA, or other options based on your family's financial goals and control preferences.
- Federal tax focus. Since Tennessee lacks state income tax, ask how they optimize your college savings strategy around federal tax rules instead.
- Investment selection. Look for advisors who explain how investment choices within these accounts impact growth and risk over time.
- Withdrawal planning. Ensure they discuss how to time and use withdrawals to avoid penalties and maximize tax advantages.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Craig H
Series 66
Jackson, TN
LPL Financial
Craig Hellmer's 28 years of experience and focus on college savings accounts like 529s and UTMA make him well-equipped to guide families in Tennessee through federal tax considerations and investment choices. Operating within LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive resources, he offers flat-fee financial planning and serves a diverse clientele, which may provide broader insights compared to advisors with narrower practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Dennis P
Series 63, Series 65
Franklin, TN
Charles Schwab
Dennis Pompa Jr. specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, leveraging 31 years of experience and expertise in multi-state taxation to navigate Tennessee's unique tax environment. Affiliated with Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers a blend of discretionary and non-discretionary investment solutions with a 0.80% annual AUM fee, distinguishing him through extensive industry tenure and access to multi-asset model portfolios.
Experience: 31 years
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Shawn J
Series 63, Series 66
Nashville, TN
Kingsview Wealth Management, LLC
Shawn Johnson's 28 years of experience and focus on college savings accounts like 529s and UTMA make him well-equipped to guide Tennessee families through federal tax optimization and investment selection for education funding. Based in Nashville with Edward Jones, a firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers flat-fee financial planning and brings additional expertise in tax strategies and options, distinguishing him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $703,115
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James B
Series 63, Series 65
Jackson, TN
Haynes Barker Investment Management, LLC
James Barker Jr. offers seasoned expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with 27 years of experience and a focus on Tennessee's tax environment. His firm provides flexible fee structures such as fixed fees and retainers, serving high-net-worth clients with a core-and-satellite investment approach, emphasizing tailored financial planning over active portfolio management, which distinguishes him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 27 years
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Jason P
Series 66
Franklin, TN
Merrill
Jason Patrick's extensive 25 years in financial services and focus on college savings strategies make him well-equipped to guide Tennessee families through 529 and UTMA account decisions, emphasizing federal tax optimization given the state's tax structure. As a Senior Vice President at Merrill's Franklin office, he combines large-firm resources with personalized wealth management, serving primarily parents and executives, and offers a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $860,085
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