CFP®-certified, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Hanover, PA
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. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including retirement and tax strategies.
- Plan type guidance. Ask how they determine whether a SEP or solo 401(k) suits your business size and income pattern.
- Tax impact insight. Confirm they explain how contributions affect your current and future tax situation, especially since retirement income is usually tax-exempt in Pennsylvania after a certain age.
- Contribution limits. Check that they help you navigate annual limits and how to maximize your savings without penalties.
- Integration with business goals. See if they consider your business growth plans when recommending retirement options.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Edward B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
York, PA
LPL Financial
Edward Bird's 21 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide business owners in Hanover, PA, through SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, integrating tax strategies and contribution limits effectively. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he also brings insights from his background as a business owner, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on individual investors.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Andrew R
CFP®, Series 66
Hanover, PA
Cetera
Andrew Riggle's CFP® certification and expertise in retirement plans for business owners make him well-suited to guide Hanover business owners through SEP and solo 401(k) options. His affiliation with Cetera, a large firm offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, combined with flat-fee and hourly consulting options, provides flexible planning tailored to high earners and those approaching retirement.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Timothy S
CFP®, Series 66
York, PA
Harvest Rock Advisors, LLC
Timothy Sutherland's 22 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide business owners in Hanover, PA, through SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, integrating tax and retirement income strategies. Affiliated with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, a large firm offering flat-fee options and diverse investment approaches, he also brings unique insights from managing independent insurance services and royalty administration.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $378,281
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David P
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Hampstead, MD
Creative Planning
David Polischeck brings 27 years of experience and CFP® certification to advising on retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options. Based in Hampstead, MD, he works with Creative Planning, a large firm managing $217 billion in assets, offering flat-fee financial planning and a disciplined investment approach that includes tax-loss harvesting and low-cost indexing, which may benefit high-net-worth clients seeking integrated retirement and tax strategies.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $2,113,277
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