CFP®-certified, college savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) financial advisors in Zanesville, OH
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 you're setting up college savings accounts like 529 plans or UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) accounts, you want to avoid common pitfalls like choosing the wrong plan type or missing tax advantages. A CFP®-certified advisor has formal training in financial planning, which can help you navigate these choices with more confidence.
- Plan type selection. Ask how they determine which college savings vehicle fits your family's goals and state tax situation.
- Tax implications. Confirm they understand local municipal income taxes, which can vary by city and affect your savings.
- Contribution strategy. Look for advice on balancing gift limits and investment growth over time.
- Financial aid impact. Check if they consider how savings accounts might affect your child's eligibility for aid.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
-
Jason H
CFP®, Series 66
Coshocton, OH
Edward Jones
Jason Hammond's CFP® certification and nine years of experience equip him to guide families in Zanesville, OH, through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts. Working at Edward Jones, a large firm with over 23,000 advisors, he offers a comprehensive approach including estate planning and retirement strategies, with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from smaller local advisors.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $246,728
-
Jeffry H
CFP®
Coshocton, OH
Roscoe Financial
Jeffry Hamilton's 23 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide college savings strategies like 529 plans and UTMA accounts, considering tax implications and contribution tactics. Operating independently from Coshocton, OH, he serves retirees and professionals with a focus on strategic asset allocation using low-cost index funds, charging 0.48% annually on assets under management and $150 per hour for planning services.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $565,532
-
Edward L
CFP®, Series 63
Zanesville, OH
LPL Financial
Edward Leedom's 32 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide families in Zanesville, OH, through college savings options like 529 plans and UTMA accounts. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment solutions, he provides flat-fee financial planning and serves a broad client base, including high-net-worth households, which may offer more comprehensive resources compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $399,489
Want help finding the right advisor?
Answer a few questions to see advisors matched to you.
Advisors focused on
People also searched
Popular in Zanesville, OH
Find advisors by type
Not sure where to start?
We'll help you think it through—whether you ultimately need an advisor or not. Warmer helps you compare advisors clearly, so you can choose with confidence.
For advisor listings, we rely on sources including public filings and data provided by advisors, and we cannot guarantee that all information is current or accurate. Advisors are independent and may not have reviewed or updated this information. Please review an advisor’s Form ADV and do your own diligence before deciding whether to work with them.
Advisor matching and introductions are provided by FinanceHQ LLC (“FHQ”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Warmer and an SEC-registered investment advisor. We receive compensation from certain participating advisors for introductions or referrals. This creates a conflict of interest because we have an incentive to recommend advisors who compensate us, including those who pay us more. You pay no fee to use our matching service, and advisor fees are not increased because of a referral or introduction. We do not review the ongoing performance of advisors, manage or hold assets, guarantee performance, or provide advice about specific investments.
By using our service, you agree to our Terms of Service and Advisory Agreement, and acknowledge our Privacy Policy. Please review FHQ’s ADV Part 2A and Form CRS. Logos provided by Logo.dev
© 2026 Warmer Holdings Inc. (“Warmer”)