Flat-fee, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Chico, CA
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 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 suitability. Ask why they recommend SEP versus solo 401(k) for your business size and income pattern.
- Flat-fee clarity. Confirm exactly what services are included in the flat fee to avoid surprise costs.
- Tax impact insight. Look for advisors who explain how California's high income taxes and Proposition 13 property tax limits affect your retirement planning.
- Contribution strategy. Check how they help you balance business reinvestment with maximizing retirement contributions.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Joseph S
CFP®, Series 66
Chico, CA
Sweeney & Michel, LLC
Joseph Sweeney offers flat-fee retirement plan consulting tailored for business owners in Chico, CA, with expertise in SEP and solo 401(k) plans. His firm, Sweeney & Michel, LLC, manages $626 million using a research-driven, fiduciary approach, and he brings 15 years of experience along with CFP® certification, distinguishing him through a strategic asset allocation focus and transparent fee structure starting at $1,500.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $1,004,018
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Jana L
Series 63, Series 66
Chico, CA
Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC
Jana Lockhart in Chico, CA, specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with eight years of experience and Series 63 and 66 licenses. Her firm, Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC, offers flat-fee financial planning and manages $6 billion in assets, combining goals-based planning with evidence-based investment strategies, which may provide a broader range of investment options compared to other advisors.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $719,205
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Jeffrey M
Series 63, Series 65
Chico, CA
Cetera
Jeffrey Mccready specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k) plans, offering flat-fee financial planning and consulting in Chico, CA. With 31 years of experience at Cetera, a large firm serving diverse clients, he also brings expertise in tax-loss harvesting and charitable giving, providing a broad perspective beyond retirement planning.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Miste C
Series 63, Series 66
Chico, CA
Altum Wealth Advisors
Miste Cliadakis offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, specifically SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with a flat-fee structure ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 per engagement. With 26 years of experience and a tailored fiduciary approach at Altum Wealth Advisors in Chico, CA, Cliadakis also integrates options and derivatives strategies, providing a comprehensive investment advisory service beyond basic retirement planning.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $512,956
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Daniel H
Series 65, Series 66
Chico, CA
LPL Financial
Daniel Harvey specializes in retirement plans for business owners in Chico, CA, offering flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive resources. With 16 years of experience and Series 65 and 66 licenses, he combines expertise in tax-loss harvesting and college savings, providing a broad approach that balances business reinvestment and retirement contributions.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $399,489
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