Large-firm, 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 own 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 affects your overall tax bill and retirement goals. Large-firm advisors often have access to more resources and compliance support, which can be helpful for complex business retirement plans.
- Plan design expertise. Ask how they tailor SEP or solo 401(k) options to your business size and income variability.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they consider California’s high income taxes and how Proposition 13 might affect your property tax over time.
- Compliance support. Check if they provide ongoing help with plan filings and regulatory requirements to avoid costly errors.
- Integration with business goals. See how they align your retirement plan with your business growth and exit strategies.
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's 25 years of experience and focus on retirement plans for business owners make him well-suited to assist with SEP and solo 401(k) plans in California. Working at Oppenheimer, a large firm offering comprehensive retirement services and financial planning with flat-fee options, he combines expertise in wealth management and active portfolio management, providing tailored solutions for executives and business owners in the San Francisco area.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $609,565
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Charles B
Series 63, Series 65
Los Angeles, CA
LPL Financial
Charles Bachtell's 35 years of experience and focus on retirement plans for business owners make him well-equipped to assist with SEP and solo 401(k) plans in California. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering extensive compliance support and research resources, he provides flat-fee financial planning and serves clients including business owners and high-net-worth households, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 35 years
Avg account: $399,489
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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 address the unique needs of California business owners. With 24 years of experience at Eagle Strategies, a large firm managing over $25 billion in assets, he offers comprehensive retirement plan consulting and flexible fee structures, including hourly and subscription options, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller firm affiliations or less extensive resources.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $235,446
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Erin K
Series 63, Series 66
Folsom, CA
Allworth financial, L.P.
Erin Kincheloe is well-equipped to assist business owners in California with SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, leveraging her 28 years of experience and expertise in retirement plans for business owners within a large firm setting. Her firm, Allworth Financial, offers flat-fee financial planning and integrates customized investment strategies including low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, which may provide a comprehensive approach compared to other advisors in the region.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $1,119,636
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Wyatt K
Series 66
Napa, CA
Merrill
Wyatt Knippen specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, leveraging his 8 years of experience at Merrill Lynch, a large firm with extensive resources and compliance support. His background as a founder and executive, combined with expertise in wealth management and retirement income strategy, positions him to tailor plans that align with California's tax environment and business growth goals, differentiating him from advisors with less integrated approaches.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $860,085
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