Seasoned, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Hawaii
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 are setting up or managing a retirement plan like a SEP or solo 401(k), you need an advisor who understands the unique cash flow and tax timing challenges involved. A common mistake is treating these plans like standard retirement accounts without considering how business income fluctuations affect contributions and withdrawals. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience navigating these complexities, helping you avoid costly missteps.
- Plan design nuances. Ask how they tailor SEP or solo 401(k) options to fit your business size and income variability.
- Contribution timing. Confirm they help you optimize when and how much to contribute based on your business cash flow.
- Tax impact awareness. Look for advisors who integrate retirement planning with your overall business tax strategy.
- Housing cost considerations. Since Hawaii has high housing expenses, check if they factor this into your long-term retirement income planning.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Christopher R
Series 63, Series 65
Lihue, HI
LPL Financial
Christopher Rine's 29 years of experience and focus on retirement plans for business owners make him well-equipped to address the complexities of SEP and solo 401(k) plans in Hawaii. Operating through LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning and a broad range of services including insurance and lending, he provides comprehensive support that integrates retirement planning with overall business tax strategies, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower scopes.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Dwayne M
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Honolulu, HI
Wedbush Securities Inc.
Dwayne Maki's 21 years of experience and expertise in retirement plans for business owners make him well-equipped to handle the complexities of SEP and solo 401(k) plans in Hawaii. As an independent advisor at Wedbush Securities, he serves a diverse client base with both managed accounts and brokerage services, offering flexibility in fee structures and investment approaches that may suit varying business sizes and income patterns.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $605,138
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David S
Series 63, Series 65
Honlulu, HI
Cetera
David Shimana's 25 years of experience and expertise in retirement plans for business owners make him well-equipped to handle SEP and solo 401(k) plans in Hawaii. Operating from a large firm, Cetera, he offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting, serving high earners and those approaching retirement, which may provide more tailored and cost-effective solutions compared to advisors with different fee structures or client focuses.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Elias B
Series 66
Honolulu, HI
Merrill
Elias Beniga's extensive 23 years of experience and multiple retirement planning designations equip him to address the complexities of retirement plans for business owners in Hawaii, including SEP and solo 401(k) options. His background in business banking and community leadership, combined with Merrill's large-firm resources, offers a disciplined, tailored approach that considers local economic factors like Hawaii's housing costs, setting him apart from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Bradford T
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
Independent Financial Group, LLC
Bradford Tom's 27 years of experience and specialization in retirement plans for business owners make him well-equipped to handle the complexities of SEP and solo 401(k) plans in Hawaii. His firm, Independent Financial Group, LLC, offers a broad range of services including brokerage and portfolio management, and he provides flat-fee financial planning options, distinguishing him from advisors with purely asset-based fees.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $474,424
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