CFP®-certified, entity structure planning (LLC, S-Corp) financial advisors in California
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're running a small business or side hustle in California, choosing the right entity structure like an LLC or S-Corp can impact your taxes and legal protections. Without expert guidance, you might pick a structure that leads to unexpected tax bills or limits your liability coverage.
- Tax implications clarity. Confirm how the advisor explains differences in tax treatment between LLCs and S-Corps, including self-employment taxes and pass-through income.
- State-specific rules. California has unique filing fees and regulations; ask how they navigate these to keep your business compliant.
- Growth and exit planning. See if they consider how your entity choice affects future fundraising, ownership changes, or selling your business.
- Integration with personal finances. Entity structure affects your personal tax return; check how they coordinate business and personal tax strategies.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Luis G
CFP®, CFA®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 66
Granada, CA
Valtrion Capital Management, LLC
Luis Galdamez is well-equipped to assist California business owners with entity structure planning, leveraging his 22 years of experience and CFP®, CFA®, and ChFC® credentials. His firm, Valtrion Capital Management, offers flat-fee financial planning with specialized plans like the Entrepreneur Elite Plan, and employs strategic asset allocation using ETFs and equities, which may appeal to clients seeking integrated business and personal financial strategies.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $1,528,220
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Mike A
VerifiedCFP®
San Diego, CA
AdviceOnly
Mike Anderson is well-equipped to assist California business owners with entity structure planning, offering expertise in LLCs, S-Corps, and tax strategies tailored for small businesses. With 10 years of experience, he provides flat-fee, independent advice from San Diego, focusing on self-employed founders and integrating retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k)s, which distinguishes him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 10 years
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Taylor S
CFP®, Series 66
Malibu, CA
Kanan Advisors
Taylor Snider's expertise in entity structure planning, combined with his CFP® certification and seven years of experience, equips him to guide California business owners through LLC and S-Corp decisions. At Kanan Advisors, he offers flat-fee project-based financial planning and integrates asset allocation strategies using Modern Portfolio Theory, distinguishing him with a comprehensive approach to both business and personal financial planning.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $910,153
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Daniel F
CFA®, CFP®
Bellevue, WA
Wealthcollab
Daniel Frankel is well-equipped to assist with entity structure planning for LLCs and S-Corps, leveraging 19 years of experience and CFP® and CFA® certifications. Operating from Bellevue, WA, he serves high-net-worth clients with a flat-fee structure, offering comprehensive financial life planning that integrates business ownership considerations and retirement plans for business owners, distinguishing him from advisors who may focus solely on investment management.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $4,650,146
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John K
CFP®, Series 63
El Segundo, CA
Core Financial
John Koudsi's 27 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide California business owners through entity structure planning, including LLCs and S-Corps, with attention to tax implications and legal protections. His firm, Core Financial, offers flat-fee financial planning and serves high-net-worth clients, differentiating him with expertise in business exit strategies and multi-generational wealth transfer, alongside a broad investment approach including private and alternative assets.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $2,018,539
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