Flat-fee, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Lumberton, NC
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 how these plans fit your business cash flow and tax situation. A common mistake is treating your retirement plan as separate from your business finances, which can lead to missed tax benefits or cash flow issues. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprise fees.
- Plan design insight. Ask how they tailor SEP or solo 401(k) options to your business size and income variability.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they consider how your retirement contributions affect your overall business and personal taxes.
- Cash flow coordination. See if they help balance retirement savings with your business’s operational needs.
- Compliance guidance. Ensure they keep you informed about filing deadlines and contribution limits specific to your plan type.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brad C
Series 66
Ocean Isle Beach, NC
LPL Financial
Brad Currie specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, and offers flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial. With six years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he brings insight into tax-loss harvesting and college savings, supported by a large firm's research resources, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Michael G
Series 66
Cerro Gordo, NC
Cetera
Michael Greene specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, with 18 years of experience and a Series 66 designation. Operating from Cerro Gordo, NC, he offers flat-fee financial planning through Cetera, a large firm known for diverse portfolio management and integrated retirement services, which may provide broader institutional resources compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Desmond T
Series 66
Lumberton, NC
CreativeOne Securities, LLC
Desmond Taylor specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with a flat-fee structure that offers predictable costs. Based in Lumberton, NC, he brings four years of experience and a Series 66 designation, working through CreativeOne Securities, LLC, which serves diverse clients with fundamental and cyclical investment analysis and offers flexible consulting fees ranging from fixed to hourly and monthly retainers.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $183,544
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