CFP®-certified, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Elkins, WV
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 payroll and contributions each year. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including retirement strategies tailored for business owners.
- Plan type suitability. Ask why they recommend a SEP versus a solo 401(k) based on your business size and income variability.
- Contribution limits guidance. Confirm they explain how much you can contribute each year and how that impacts your tax deductions.
- Payroll integration. Check how they help coordinate your retirement plan with your business payroll and tax filings.
- Exit strategy planning. See if they consider how your retirement plan fits with your long-term business sale or succession plans.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Tarrell R
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 66
Kingwood, WV
Edward Jones
Tarrell Ries is well-equipped to assist business owners in Elkins, WV, with retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k), leveraging his 25 years at Edward Jones and CFP® certification. His expertise extends to business succession and estate planning, supported by a large firm's resources and a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or narrower focuses.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Matthew W
CFP®, Series 66
Bridgeport, WV
OneSeven
Matthew Williams is equipped to assist business owners in Elkins, WV, with retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k), leveraging his CFP® certification and 16 years of experience. His firm, OneSeven, offers flat-fee consulting and independent advice, focusing on long-term, diversified investment strategies that include alternatives and private placements, distinguishing him from advisors with more traditional approaches.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $461,030
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Annette C
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Oakland, MD
Cetera
Annette Chapman is equipped to assist business owners with SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, leveraging her CFP® certification and 18 years of experience. Based in Oakland, MD, she operates within Cetera, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning and a broad advisory platform, which may provide more comprehensive trust and estate planning services compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $306,089
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