Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Wisconsin
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 how investment choices and withdrawal timing affect financial aid eligibility or tax outcomes. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Account type guidance. Confirm how they help you pick between 529s, UTMAs, or other vehicles based on your goals and family situation.
- Withdrawal timing. Ask how they plan distributions to minimize tax impact and avoid reducing financial aid.
- Investment options. Look for advisors who explain how investment choices within college savings accounts can affect growth and risk.
- Fee clarity. Since these advisors work on a flat-fee basis, understand exactly what services are included for your fee.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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William H
Series 63, Series 65
Jackson, WI
Haese Financial Group Inc
William Haese offers flat-fee consulting services including education planning, making him well-suited for college savings strategies involving 529 plans and UTMA accounts in Wisconsin. With 39 years of experience and a firm that manages assets non-discretionarily using diversified mutual funds and ETFs, he provides a structured approach that includes tax and cash flow planning, differentiating him from advisors who may focus solely on asset management or charge based on assets under management.
Experience: 40 years
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Austin J
Series 66
Oshkosh, WI
LPL Financial
Austin Jarrett specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial in Wisconsin. With eight years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he brings expertise in wealth management and tax-loss harvesting, supported by a large firm's research team that provides strategic investment options. His background includes roles at major banks, distinguishing him from advisors with less institutional experience.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Michael F
Series 63, Series 66
Muskego, WI
Empower Advisory Group
Michael Feldmann specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, supported by 14 years of experience and Series 63 and 66 licenses. Operating from Muskego, WI with Empower Advisory Group, he offers flat-fee options ranging from one-time fees of $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions of $15 or $29, combining retirement and debt management expertise within a large firm setting.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Christina W
Series 63, Series 65
Appleton, WI
Winch Financial
Christina Winch specializes in college savings strategies including 529 plans and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning typically ranging from $3,000 to $20,000. With 28 years of experience and CFP® certification, she provides independent advice from Appleton, WI, backed by a firm managing over $511 million for 816 clients, combining fundamental and technical analysis for tailored portfolio management.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $665,534
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Kristy P
Series 63, Series 65
Onalaska, WI
ValMark Advisers, Inc.
Kristy Peters specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, offering flat-fee arrangements negotiated between $50 and $50,000, which provides cost transparency for families in Wisconsin. With 24 years of experience and a background in wealth management and retirement income strategy, she works through ValMark Advisers, a firm known for diversified, goal-based portfolios using mutual funds and ETFs, distinguishing her from advisors with narrower investment approaches.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $554,438
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