Flat-fee, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Wichita, KS
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 lock in education costs before tuition rises or when you receive a financial gift meant for education. Without focused guidance, you might miss tax advantages or choose accounts that don’t fit your family’s timeline. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Account type clarity. Confirm which college savings vehicles they recommend and why, such as 529 plans or UTMA accounts, based on your goals.
- Tax benefit navigation. Ask how they help you maximize state and federal tax advantages tied to college savings accounts.
- Investment alignment. Ensure they tailor investment choices to your child’s age and your risk comfort, not just generic portfolios.
- Withdrawal strategy. Discuss how they plan distributions to minimize taxes and impact on financial aid eligibility.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Gregory L
Series 63, Series 65
Wichita, KS
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Gregory Liston specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning services in Wichita, KS. With 17 years of experience and a background at LPL Financial, he works at J.W. Cole Advisors, a large SEC-registered firm providing access to diverse managed account solutions and both discretionary and non-discretionary investment approaches.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $255,702
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Aaron F
Series 63, Series 66
Wichita, KS
Empower Advisory Group
Aaron Fisher specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee options with one-time fees ranging from $199 to $499 and monthly subscriptions of $15 or $29. Based in Wichita, KS, he brings two years of experience and works with Empower Advisory Group, a large firm known for integrated financial planning and investment management tied to employer-sponsored retirement plans.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $565,063
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Darrick H
Series 63, Series 66
Wichita, KS
LPL Financial
Darrick Hoover's 20 years of experience and Series 63 and 66 credentials support his expertise in college savings plans like 529s and UTMAs, with a flat-fee structure that offers cost transparency. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm providing diverse investment solutions and in-house research, he combines personalized planning with broad resources, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms or with different fee models.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Joshua J
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Wichita, KS
The Wealth Consulting Group
Joshua Jones offers flat-fee financial planning with a focus on college savings accounts like 529s and UTMAs, leveraging 21 years of experience and CFP® certification in Wichita, KS. His firm uses a tailored investment process combining fundamental and quantitative analysis, and he also brings expertise in ESG investing and tax-loss harvesting, providing a broader approach compared to advisors with narrower specialties.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $466,923
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Peter T
CFP®, Series 66
Derby, KS
Tomassi Financial Planning, LLC
Peter Tomassi specializes in college savings plans like 529s and UTMA accounts, offering flat-fee financial planning between $6,000 and $8,000 in Wichita, KS. With 20 years of experience and CFP® certification, he serves individuals and high-net-worth clients, using tailored investment strategies and educational seminars to align with clients' goals and timelines.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $683,824
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