Flat-fee, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Helena, MT
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 run 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 cash flow and tax situation. A common mistake is choosing a plan without considering how fees and contributions affect your business finances over time. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you can expect predictable costs regardless of your plan size.
- Plan type guidance. Ask how they decide between SEP and solo 401(k) based on your business structure and retirement goals.
- Contribution strategy. Confirm they help you balance maximizing contributions with maintaining enough operating cash.
- Fee transparency. Make sure their flat fee covers all services related to plan setup and ongoing management.
- Tax impact awareness. Check if they consider Montana's lack of sales tax when advising on your overall tax burden.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Christopher F
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Helena, MT
Cetera
Christopher Field's 37 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Helena business owners through SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans with flat-fee financial planning. Affiliated with Cetera, a large firm serving diverse clients, he offers negotiated flat fees and expertise in tax-loss harvesting and charitable giving, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or different fee structures.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Joseph K
Series 66
Clancy, MT
Lincoln Investment
Joseph Klempel specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, and offers flat-fee financial planning through Lincoln Investment, a large firm known for serving educators and self-employed clients. With five years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he combines strategic and dynamic investment approaches, making him a practical choice for business owners seeking predictable fees and tailored retirement solutions near Helena, MT.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $157,266
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Joseph B
Series 63, Series 65
Helena, MT
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Joseph Bentley in Helena, MT, specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, with flat-fee financial planning services tailored to business cash flow and tax considerations. Affiliated with J.W. Cole Advisors, a large firm serving diverse clients nationwide, he offers access to multiple managed account solutions and combines his experience as a founder with a focus on transparent, negotiated flat fees.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $255,702
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Rod O
Series 63, Series 66
Helena, MT
DAI Wealth, LLC
Rod Olson in Helena, MT, specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, with a flat-fee approach that offers predictable costs. With 20 years of experience and a background in wealth management and active portfolio management, he serves high-net-worth clients and integrates insurance expertise, differentiating him from advisors focused solely on investment management.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $199,593
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Matthew D
Series 63, Series 66
Helena, MT
Eagle Strategies (NY Life)
Matthew Doucette specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, and offers flat-fee services through Eagle Strategies in Helena, MT. With eight years of experience and credentials like Series 63 and 66, he also brings expertise in business exit strategies and retirement income planning, supported by a large firm that serves diverse clients with tailored financial planning.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $235,446
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