Top retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Maine
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 into your overall financial picture. A common mistake is treating your business retirement plan as separate from your personal retirement goals, which can lead to missed tax advantages or contribution limits.
- Plan integration insight. Look for advisors who explain how your business retirement plan works alongside your personal savings and tax situation.
- Contribution strategy. Ask how they help balance maximizing contributions with your business cash flow and growth plans.
- Regulatory navigation. Confirm they stay current on IRS rules and deadlines specific to SEP and solo 401(k) plans.
- Healthcare and long-term care awareness. Since Maine has an aging population, check if they consider how your retirement plan supports future healthcare needs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Ellis B
Series 63, Series 65
Saco, ME
Independent Financial Group, LLC
Ellis Baum specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by four years of industry experience and Series 65 and 63 designations. Operating from Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, a large SEC-registered firm, he offers flat-fee and hourly pricing options, serving self-employed clients with integrated wealth management and retirement income strategies.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $474,424
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Todd C
Series 63, Series 65
Kennebunk, ME
Mercer Global Advisors Inc.
Todd Cesca's 25 years of experience and Series 63 and 65 credentials equip him to guide business owners in Maine through SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, integrating these with personal financial goals. At Mercer Global Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he employs Modern Portfolio Theory with diversified, low-cost investments, offering flat-fee and asset-based pricing, which may appeal to established professionals seeking comprehensive planning.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $2,214,259
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Jamie L
Series 65
Brewer, ME
Royal Fund Management, LLC
Jamie Lamson specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, and operates from Brewer, ME, providing local insight. As an independent advisor at Royal Fund Management, LLC, Jamie offers flat-fee financial planning with a range from $250 to $10,000, and employs diverse investment strategies including fundamental and technical analyses, which may appeal to business owners seeking tailored portfolio management alongside retirement planning.
Experience: 0 years
Avg account: $310,894
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Lucas D
CFP®, Series 66
Portland, ME
Edward Jones
Lucas Desmond specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with a decade of experience and CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to integrate business and personal retirement strategies in Maine. His affiliation with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, offers clients access to diverse advisory programs and a structured fee of up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from smaller or independent advisors.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $246,728
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James G
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Westbrook, ME
Cetera
James Garland's 43 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® credentials equip him to guide business owners in Maine through SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, integrating these with personal financial goals. Operating within Cetera, a large SEC-registered firm, he offers flat-fee planning and consulting, and his background as an independent insurance agent adds insight into fixed insurance products, distinguishing him from other advisors.
Experience: 43 years
Avg account: $306,089
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