CFP®-certified, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Truckee, 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 overall financial aid eligibility or tax situation.
CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including education savings strategies.
- Account type guidance. Ask how they choose between 529 plans, UTMA accounts, or other vehicles based on your goals and state tax rules.
- Financial aid impact. Confirm they model how your savings strategy might influence your child's eligibility for need-based aid.
- Tax considerations. Discuss how they factor in California's tax environment and Proposition 13's property tax limits when planning your savings.
- Contribution strategy. Look for advice on timing and amounts to maximize growth while keeping flexibility for changing college costs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Adam H
CFP®
Sparks, NV
Empower Advisory Group
Adam Hicks offers expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by his CFP® certification and four years of experience. Operating from Empower Advisory Group, a large firm with a flat-fee structure, he integrates retirement and income planning, providing a comprehensive approach that may benefit clients seeking coordinated financial strategies beyond just education funding.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $565,063
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William W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Reno, NV
Money Concepts Capital Corp
William Willson offers expertise in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by his CFP® certification and 30 years of experience. Based in nearby Reno, NV, he works with a large firm that employs diverse portfolio strategies and offers flexible fee structures, including AUM and hourly consulting fees, which may suit clients seeking tailored financial planning beyond just college savings.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $237,847
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Conan P
CFP®, Series 63
Reno, NV
Charles Schwab
Conan Porter’s 37 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with attention to multi-state taxation. Based in nearby Reno and affiliated with Charles Schwab, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers a 0.80% AUM fee and access to diverse investment models, differentiating him from local advisors focused solely on college savings.
Experience: 37 years
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Tyler C
CFP®, Series 66
Reno, NV
Edward Jones
Tyler Cox's CFP® certification and seven years of experience equip him to guide college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with attention to tax and financial aid implications. Based in nearby Reno, NV, he works at Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, offering a broad range of wealth management services and a program fee up to 1.35% annually, which may suit clients seeking comprehensive support beyond college savings.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Julianna B
CFP®, Series 65
Reno, NV
Gw Financial
Julianna Bray's 12 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to guide college savings strategies effectively, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with attention to tax planning and financial aid impacts. Based in nearby Reno, NV, she offers flat-fee consulting and serves high-net-worth clients, employing an evidence-based investment approach with diversified, low-cost funds, distinguishing her from others in the Truckee area.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $1,377,367
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