Flat-fee, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Mount Vernon, IL
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 retirement plan as separate from your business cash flow and tax situation, which can lead to missed savings or compliance issues. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprises.
- Plan integration. Ask how they coordinate your retirement plan with your business income and expenses to optimize contributions.
- Compliance expertise. Confirm they keep up with IRS rules for SEP and solo 401(k) plans to avoid penalties.
- Fee clarity. Make sure their flat fee covers all services related to your retirement plan, not just investment advice.
- Tax impact awareness. Since Illinois doesn’t tax retirement income, ask how they leverage this in your plan design and distributions.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Lea A
Series 66
Salem, IL
Benjamin F. Edwards & Company, Inc.
Lea Ashby offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 21 years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Operating from Salem, IL with Benjamin F. Edwards & Company, she provides flat-fee financial planning options and access to a large firm with $15.7 billion in assets, which may offer broader resources compared to smaller local advisors.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $553,528
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Douglas M
Series 63, Series 66
Salem, IL
LPL Financial
Douglas Malan offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 22 years of industry experience and credentials like Series 63 and 66. Operating from Salem, IL with LPL Financial, a large firm, he provides flat-fee financial planning and consulting, combining wealth management and tax-loss harvesting to integrate retirement plans with overall business and tax strategies.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Matthew H
CFP®, PFS™, Series 63, Series 65
Mt Vernon, IL
Cetera
Matthew Hefley specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k) plans, offering flat-fee financial planning through Cetera in Mount Vernon, IL. With 16 years of experience and CFP® and PFS™ credentials, he integrates tax-aware strategies and business owner needs, supported by a large firm platform that serves diverse clients including high earners and those approaching retirement.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Mccabe S
Series 66
Mt. Vernon, IL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Mccabe Strothmann specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, and offers flat-fee financial planning services in Mount Vernon, IL. Affiliated with J.W. Cole Advisors, a large SEC-registered firm with over 400 advisers, he brings seven years of experience and a Series 66 designation, combining firm resources with personalized consulting and a background as a founder and business owner.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $255,702
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