CFP®-certified, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Gardena, 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 business cash flow and tax situation. A common mistake is choosing a plan without considering how it affects your ongoing contributions and tax deductions.
- 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.
- Contribution strategy. Look for advisors who help you balance retirement savings with business reinvestment needs.
- Compliance guidance. Ensure they explain the rules and deadlines to keep your plan in good standing and avoid penalties.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Christopher A
CFP®, Series 66
Torrance, CA
Cetera
Christopher Anderson's CFP® certification and decade of experience equip him to design SEP and solo 401(k) plans tailored to business owners' cash flow and tax needs in the Gardena area. Affiliated with Cetera, a large firm serving diverse clients, he offers flat-fee financial planning and integrates retirement strategies with wealth management and tax-loss harvesting, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on retirement plans.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Steven Y
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Torrance, CA
Cambridge Investment Research Advisors
Steven Yokomizo's 34 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide business owners in Gardena, CA, through SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, considering tax impacts and contribution strategies. Affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, a large firm offering flat-fee options and diverse client services, he brings added expertise as a registered tax preparer and trust services provider, distinguishing him from other advisors.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $378,281
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Philip K
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 66
Torrance, CA
LPL Financial
Philip Kavesh's 39 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide business owners in Gardena, CA, through SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, considering tax implications and contribution strategies. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment solutions, he provides flat-fee financial planning and specializes in wealth management and tax-loss harvesting, distinguishing him from other advisors.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Shunsuke F
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Torrance, CA
Independent Financial Group, LLC
Shunsuke Fukushi specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with over 20 years of experience and CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to address the complexities of business cash flow and tax considerations in Gardena, CA. His firm, Independent Financial Group, LLC, offers flat-fee financial planning and manages $11.3 billion in assets, providing access to diverse advisory programs and a large-firm support structure that distinguishes him from smaller practices.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $474,424
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David L
CFP®, Series 63
Stanton, CA
Lodestone Capital Solutions LLC
David Lu's expertise in retirement plans for business owners, combined with his CFP® certification and 14 years of experience, equips him to tailor SEP and solo 401(k) plans to fit business cash flow and tax considerations in the Gardena area. Operating independently from Torrance, CA, he offers fee-based advisory services with a tactical allocation strategy, and also holds licenses as an insurance agent and real estate broker, providing a broader perspective than many nearby advisors.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $840,000
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