Independent, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Chapel Hill, 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 unique cash flow and tax situation. A common mistake is choosing a plan without considering how it impacts your business finances and personal retirement goals.
- Plan type guidance. Confirm how they help you pick between SEP and solo 401(k) based on your business size, income variability, and growth plans.
- Contribution strategy. Ask how they recommend balancing contributions to maximize tax benefits without straining your business cash flow.
- Independent advice. Since these advisors operate independently, check how they tailor recommendations without pressure to sell proprietary products.
- Compliance and updates. Ensure they stay current on IRS rules and help you avoid costly filing errors or missed deadlines.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Christopher D
Series 65
Chapel Hill, NC
Modern Wealth Management, LLC
Christopher Demetropoulos specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k), with five years of experience and a Series 65 license in Chapel Hill, NC. His firm, Modern Wealth Management, offers integrated planning, discretionary investment management, and tax strategies for small businesses, operating independently with flat fees and a centralized portfolio management approach, distinguishing him from others by combining retirement planning with comprehensive business tax and estate services.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $832,068
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John S
Series 65
Chapel Hill, NC
TrustStone Wealth Partners, LLC
John Stilley specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k) plans, offering tailored strategies that consider your business size and income variability. Operating independently with a flat-fee financial planning model, he brings six years of experience and access to diverse investment strategies including ETFs, supporting both individual and corporate clients in Chapel Hill, NC.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $683,383
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Christopher M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Chapel Hill, NC
Titleist Asset Management, LLC
Christopher Mann offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 32 years of experience and CFP® certification. Operating independently at Titleist Asset Management, he provides flat-fee and negotiated ongoing planning services, serving high-net-worth clients with a focus on active portfolio management and tailored financial planning in Chapel Hill, NC.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $1,249,057
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Kenneth A
CFP®, Series 65
Chapel Hill, NC
LRI Investments
Kenneth Auman specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 13 years of experience and CFP® certification in Chapel Hill, NC. He offers flat-fee financial planning and serves high-net-worth clients through LRI Investments, a firm managing over $1 billion in assets, providing a blend of independent advice and institutional-level retirement plan consulting.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $3,980,881
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Robin M
Series 66
Chapel Hill, NC
Strathmore Capital Advisors
Robin Mitler specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, making him well-suited for business owners in Chapel Hill seeking independent advice. With 18 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he offers a disciplined asset-allocation approach using mutual funds and ETFs, and serves high-net-worth clients with discretionary portfolio management and integrated tax-preparation and estate-planning support.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $1,562,081
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