Top retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) 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 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 income and tax situation. A common mistake is choosing a plan without considering how it affects your overall tax bill and cash flow.
- Plan type fit. Ask why they recommend SEP versus solo 401(k) based on your business size, income, and retirement goals.
- Tax impact insight. Confirm they consider California's high income taxes and how Proposition 13 might affect your property taxes long term.
- Contribution strategy. Look for guidance on how to maximize contributions while balancing business expenses and personal savings.
- Compliance and updates. Ensure they keep you informed about plan rules and deadlines to avoid penalties or missed opportunities.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Taylor R
Series 63, Series 65
San Francisco, CA
Oppenheimer
Taylor Reed specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, making him well-suited to address the unique needs of California business owners. With 25 years of experience at Oppenheimer, a large firm offering diverse investment strategies and advisory services, he provides flat-fee financial planning and serves executives and founders, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $609,565
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Charles B
Series 63, Series 65
Los Angeles, CA
LPL Financial
Charles Bachtell specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 35 years of experience in Los Angeles. His affiliation with LPL Financial, a large firm offering both advisory and brokerage services, supports diverse client needs. He offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting, which may appeal to business owners seeking predictable costs alongside seasoned expertise and a focus on tax-loss harvesting and wealth management.
Experience: 35 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Ryan H
CFP®, Series 65, Series 66
Studio City, CA
Prism Advisors, Inc.
Ryan Humbert specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, making him well-suited to address the unique tax and contribution challenges faced by California business owners. His CFP® certification, 12 years of industry experience, and flat-fee structure at Prism Advisors, Inc. provide a transparent and client-focused approach, complemented by expertise in cash flow and budgeting to balance business expenses with retirement savings.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $2,128,318
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Halle C
Series 65
San Diego, CA
McNaughton Wealth Management, LLC
Halle Carter specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, making her capable of addressing the unique needs of California business owners seeking tax-efficient retirement strategies. Operating from Indian Wells, CA, she offers flat or hourly fees for retirement plan consulting and serves high-net-worth clients through MacLean Capital Advisors, which employs diverse investment strategies and discretionary portfolio management.
Experience: 0 years
Avg account: $1,189,438
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Scott S
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
San Diego, CA
Eagle Strategies (NY Life)
Scott Schechter specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, making him well-suited to help California business owners optimize their retirement strategies. With 24 years of experience, CFP® and ChFC® certifications, and affiliation with Eagle Strategies, a large firm managing over $25 billion in assets, he offers a seasoned approach that balances tax considerations and contribution strategies for business owners.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $235,446
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