Large-firm, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Costa Mesa, 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 into your overall financial picture. A common mistake is choosing a plan without considering how it affects your taxes and cash flow over time. Large-firm advisors often have access to more resources and specialized teams, which can benefit complex business situations.
- 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 limits property tax growth for homeowners.
- Integration with business goals. Look for advisors who align retirement plans with your business growth and succession plans.
- Ongoing plan management. Check how they support plan administration and compliance as your business evolves.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Zachary S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Costa Mesa, CA
Creative Planning
Zachary Smith specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, supported by 13 years of experience and CFP® certification. Working at a large firm, he offers flat-fee financial planning and serves high-net-worth clients, combining expertise in tax-loss harvesting and ESG investing to integrate retirement strategies with business goals effectively.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $2,113,277
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Eric S
Series 63, Series 65
Costa Mesa, CA
SPC
Eric Salvio's 31 years of experience and Series 63 and 65 licenses equip him to handle retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k) for business owners in Costa Mesa. Working with SPC, a large firm managing $5.66 billion and over 460 advisors, he offers flat-fee segmented and comprehensive plans, plus ongoing consulting capped at $600 monthly, distinguishing him with extensive resources and flexible fee options.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $192,080
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Mikaela H
Series 66
Costa Mesa, CA
Cetera
Mikaela Harmon specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, supported by her affiliation with Cetera, a large firm offering extensive resources and fiduciary solutions. Her flat-fee structure and experience with high earners and approaching retirees in Costa Mesa provide a tailored approach that balances tax considerations and business growth, distinguishing her from advisors with different fee models or client focuses.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Andi K
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Costa Mesa, CA
Cambridge Investment Research Advisors
Andi Kang's 34 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to handle retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k) in Costa Mesa, CA, within a large-firm setting. Affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, she offers flat-fee options and integrates retirement planning with business goals, supported by a firm that utilizes model portfolios and third-party strategists for diversified client needs.
Experience: 35 years
Avg account: $378,281
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John V
Series 63, Series 65
Costa Mesa, CA
LPL Financial
John Valenzuela's 44 years of experience and focus on retirement plans for business owners make him well-suited to help Costa Mesa entrepreneurs design SEP and solo 401(k) plans that fit their business size and income variability. Affiliated with large firm LPL Financial, he offers flat-fee planning and access to extensive research resources, supporting ongoing plan management and integration with broader wealth and tax strategies.
Experience: 45 years
Avg account: $399,489
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