Seasoned, debt management financial advisors in Utah
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.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by credit card balances, student loans, or other debts, you need an advisor who understands how to prioritize and reduce what you owe without hurting your financial future. The biggest mistake is focusing only on quick fixes that ignore your overall budget and long-term goals. Seasoned advisors bring years of experience managing complex debt situations, helping you avoid common pitfalls.
- Customized payoff plans. Look for advisors who tailor strategies to your income and expenses, not one-size-fits-all solutions.
- Interest rate insights. Ask how they help you tackle high-interest debts first to save money over time.
- Credit score impact. Confirm they consider how repayment choices affect your credit rating and future borrowing.
- Budget integration. Ensure they incorporate debt management into your full financial picture, balancing payments with savings and essentials.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Scott G
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Orem, UT
Blue Barn Wealth
Scott Garbutt's 47 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle complex debt management challenges in Utah, integrating debt strategies with retirement income and Social Security optimization. His affiliation with Blue Barn Wealth offers clients a tiered service model including financial planning and portfolio management, emphasizing a long-term, diversified investment approach, which distinguishes him from other advisors who may focus solely on debt without broader wealth management integration.
Experience: 48 years
Avg account: $1,302,750
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Gregory H
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Washington, UT
Empower Advisory Group
Gregory Hodges specializes in debt management with 30 years of experience, offering tailored strategies that integrate debt repayment with overall financial planning. Based in Washington, UT, he operates within Empower Advisory Group, a large firm known for its flat-fee structure and focus on employer-sponsored retirement plans, which may provide a broader perspective on balancing debt with long-term savings goals compared to smaller practices.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $565,063
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James F
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Draper, UT
Asset One Wealth Management, LLC
James Ferrin brings 42 years of experience and CFP® certification to debt management, offering tailored strategies that consider your overall financial picture. Based in Draper, UT, he works with Asset One Wealth Management, which serves clients with over $2 million in assets, providing customized portfolios and family office coordination, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on debt repayment without integrating broader wealth management.
Experience: 42 years
Avg account: $804,257
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James K
Series 63, Series 65
Farmington, UT
Family Wealth Advisors
James Knight Jr. brings over three decades of experience in debt management, offering tailored payoff plans that consider your income and expenses, which is crucial for managing complex debt situations in Utah. Unlike many advisors, he integrates real estate investing expertise and provides services through Family Wealth Advisors, a firm managing $44.4 million in assets, with fee options including a 1% AUM charge and hourly rates for written plans, catering to a diverse client base including trusts and charitable organizations.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $440,000
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Curtis C
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
San Mateo, CA
Chen Financial Group, LLC
Curtis Chen's 29 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle complex debt management challenges, integrating debt strategies within comprehensive financial life planning. Unlike many advisors, he offers flat-fee and hourly pricing without managing assets directly, focusing on written plans and collaboration with other professionals, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent fees and coordinated financial guidance beyond just debt reduction.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $0
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