Large-firm, planning for children with special needs 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.
When your child has special needs, planning for their long-term care and financial security becomes a priority that can feel overwhelming. Without focused expertise, it's easy to overlook critical benefits or legal protections that safeguard your child's future.
- Government benefits navigation. Confirm how the advisor helps you understand and preserve eligibility for programs like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about their experience setting up trusts that protect your child's assets without jeopardizing benefits.
- Coordinated family planning. Look for advisors who integrate your child's care needs with your overall financial and estate plans.
- Transition planning. Ensure they address future changes, such as your child's move to independent living or changes in guardianship.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Elena S
Series 63, Series 65
Park City, UT
Merrill
Elena Stein offers expertise in planning for children with special needs, supported by 20 years of experience at Merrill, a large firm known for comprehensive wealth management and ESG investing. She provides personalized strategies integrating education planning and retirement income, with a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million. Her focus on LGBTQIA and women's finance adds a nuanced understanding of diverse client needs in Utah.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Jared G
Series 66
Lehi, UT
Wells Fargo Advisors
Jared Garns specializes in planning for children with special needs within a large firm setting, offering expertise in government benefits navigation and coordinated family planning. With 16 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he serves high-net-worth clients in Lehi, Utah, and complements his role at Wells Fargo Advisors by co-owning Sapphire Wealth Management, providing a blend of large-firm resources and personalized service.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Carmen V
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Cottonwood Heights, UT
Edward Jones
Carmen Valverde Gill specializes in planning for children with special needs, bringing 15 years of experience and CFP® certification to address complex family and financial needs in Utah. Working at Edward Jones, a large firm with over $1 trillion in assets, she offers a comprehensive range of advisory strategies and a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing her through extensive resources and a fiduciary standard compared to smaller practices.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $246,728
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