Top planning for children with special needs financial advisors in Virginia
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 have a child with special needs, planning for their long-term care and financial security is crucial. Without careful planning, you might overlook key benefits or protections that can affect your child's quality of life.
- Government benefits navigation. Confirm how the advisor helps you understand and qualify for programs like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income, which have strict income and asset limits.
- Special needs trusts. Ask about setting up trusts that protect your child's eligibility for public benefits while providing for their needs.
- Education and therapy funding. Look for advisors who consider how to fund ongoing education, therapies, and support services unique to your child's situation.
- Housing considerations. Given Northern Virginia's housing market and federal workforce, check how advisors incorporate local housing options into your child's future care plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Amanda Q
Series 66
Richmond, VA
Wells Fargo Advisors
Amanda Quicke specializes in planning for children with special needs, bringing 18 years of experience and a Series 66 license to her role at Wells Fargo Advisors in Richmond, VA. She operates within a large firm that serves high-net-worth clients, offering comprehensive investment and fee-based financial planning services, which may provide access to proprietary research and tailored strategies not typically available from smaller firms.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Michael M
Series 63, Series 65
Apollo Beach, FL
G. A. Repple & Company
Michael Mandarino's 24 years of experience and expertise in planning for children with special needs equip him to address complex financial needs, including government benefits navigation and special needs trusts. Operating from Apollo Beach, FL, he offers flat-fee and asset-based fee structures through G. A. Repple & Company, which provides diverse investment approaches such as ETF-focused and Biblically-Responsible Investing, distinguishing him from advisors solely focused on Virginia-based clients.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $217,968
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Young J
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Fairfax, VA
Edward Jones
Young Jung specializes in planning for children with special needs, leveraging 14 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® certifications to address complex financial needs including college savings and retirement planning. Based in Fairfax, VA, he brings expertise from large firms like Morgan Stanley and Edward Jones, offering a comprehensive wealth management approach with a program fee up to 1.35% annually, which may suit clients seeking established firm resources and personalized service.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Phillip S
Series 65
Newport News, VA
Joss Brown Wealth Advisors
Phillip Saunders specializes in planning for children with special needs, offering expertise in private investments, real estate, and charitable giving, which supports comprehensive long-term care strategies. Based in Newport News, VA, he provides flat-fee financial planning starting at $5,000 and serves high-net-worth clients through Joss Brown Wealth Advisors, a firm managing $162 million with a blend of digital tools and personalized services, distinguishing him from advisors with broader or less specialized practices.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $1,245,993
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Leo O
Series 63, Series 65
Newport News, VA
Merrill
Leo O'Connell specializes in planning for children with special needs, offering expertise in wealth management and college savings strategies, which are crucial for long-term financial security. Based in Newport News, VA, he brings 34 years of experience at Merrill, a large firm, and serves executive clients with a 1.10% AUM fee, distinguishing him with a seasoned approach and a focus on women professionals and equity compensation.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $860,085
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