Independent, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Boone, NC
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 run a business and want to set up a retirement plan like a SEP or solo 401(k), you need an advisor who understands how these plans fit your business cash flow and tax situation. A common mistake is choosing a plan without considering how it impacts your income taxes and retirement goals over time. Independent advisors here work without firm constraints, which can mean more flexible advice tailored to your unique business.
- Plan design expertise. Ask how they tailor SEP or solo 401(k) options to your business size and income variability.
- Tax impact insight. Confirm they explain how contributions affect your current and future tax bills.
- Compliance guidance. Ensure they help you navigate IRS rules and deadlines to avoid penalties.
- Business growth alignment. Check if they adjust your retirement plan as your business income and workforce change.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Rita H
Series 65
Ner Bern, NC
Altrius Capital Management, Inc.
Rita Hendrick Smith specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 14 years of experience and a Series 65 designation. Operating independently at Altrius Capital Management, she serves high-net-worth clients using a value-oriented, risk-managed investment approach and charges a 1.40% AUM fee, distinguishing her from advisors with different fee structures or client focuses.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $1,371,225
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Justin J
Series 63, Series 65
West Jefferson, NC
PFG Advisors
Justin Jolly specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, with 18 years of experience and independent status in West Jefferson, NC. His firm, PFG Advisors, offers flat-fee financial planning and combines macroeconomic allocation with index-based ETFs, providing a flexible, analytical approach that suits business owners seeking tailored retirement and investment strategies.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $421,263
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David F
CFA®, Series 63, Series 65
Boone, NC
Lifestyle Freedom Advisory Group, LLC
David Fink specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, with 19 years of experience and CFA®, Series 63, and 65 credentials. His firm, Lifestyle Freedom Advisory Group, offers flat-fee and negotiable pricing, discretionary asset management, and ERISA plan services, providing tailored financial planning and consulting to business owners and professionals in Boone, NC.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $784,289
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Ember M
CFP®
Mountain City, TN
Farther
Ember Martin offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, supported by 22 years of industry experience and CFP® certification. Based in Mountain City, TN, Ember provides flat-fee pricing and serves mid-career Gen X professionals, combining independent advice with a values-aligned planning approach that integrates passive investing and options strategies.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $972,193
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Ronald P
Series 63, Series 65
Bermuda Run, NC
Founders Financial Alliance, LLC
Ronald Perry offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 36 years of industry experience and independent, flat-fee consulting through Founders Financial Alliance. His firm uses an evidence-based investment approach with ETFs and third-party managers, catering to high-net-worth and corporate clients, which may provide a more tailored and disciplined strategy compared to other advisors in the Boone, NC area.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $481,429
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