Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Vermont
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 careful planning, you might miss out on how different account types affect financial aid or tax treatment.
- Account type trade-offs. Understand how 529s grow tax-free for education but UTMA accounts become the child's asset at adulthood, impacting aid eligibility.
- Contribution timing. Ask how the advisor plans contributions to maximize growth while considering your family's cash flow.
- Investment choices. Confirm they select investments aligned with your child's age and risk tolerance, adjusting as college nears.
- Flat-fee clarity. With flat-fee advisors, you know upfront what you pay, helping you budget for ongoing college savings guidance.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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David O
Series 66
Burlington, VT
Shipwright Advisors
David Owen specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee, project-based financial planning with fees ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. Based in Burlington, VT, he brings eight years of experience and a Series 66 designation, combining expertise in tax strategies and cash flow management, which complements his advisory role at Shipwright Advisors known for blending passive and active investment approaches.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $124,344
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Erin T
CFP®, Series 66
South Burlington, VT
LPL Financial
Erin Tress specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning that helps families in Vermont navigate tax-advantaged education savings. With five years of experience and CFP® certification at LPL Financial, she combines expertise in wealth management and retirement plans, supported by a large firm's resources, distinguishing her from advisors with narrower focuses or different fee structures.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Bryan B
Series 66
South Burlington, VT
B.W. Belisle Planning & Strategy Company LLC
Bryan Belisle specializes in college savings strategies, including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, with 25 years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. His independent firm in South Burlington offers flat-fee financial planning between $1,000 and $1,500, focusing on individualized investment strategies and serving high-net-worth clients, which may provide more tailored guidance compared to advisors with broader client bases or different fee structures.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $557,099
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Dennis V
PFS™, Series 65
Essex Junction, VT
DWV Advisors, LLC
Dennis Voigt specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering tailored guidance that considers tax implications and financial aid impact. As founder of DWV Advisors in Essex Junction, VT, he brings 15 years of experience, a PFS™ designation, and a flat-fee option negotiated based on client needs, distinguishing him with a personalized approach and expertise in cash flow and estate planning alongside active portfolio management.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $10,440,345
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Mary Beth B
CFP®, Series 65
South Burlington, VT
Pathway Financial Advisors, LLC
Mary Beth Brigham specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee advisory services that help families in Vermont plan effectively for education costs. With 10 years of experience at Pathway Financial Advisors, she provides integrated financial planning and discretionary portfolio management, serving high-net-worth clients with a clear fee structure and a CFP® certification, distinguishing her from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $5,727,231
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