CFP®-certified, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Montana
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 in Montana and want to set up a retirement plan like a SEP or solo 401(k), you need an advisor who understands the unique tax and contribution rules for these plans. A common mistake is treating your business retirement plan like a personal one, which can lead to missed tax benefits or compliance issues. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including retirement strategies.
- Plan type guidance. Ask how they determine whether a SEP or solo 401(k) fits your business structure and goals.
- Contribution limits. Confirm they explain how your business income affects how much you can contribute each year.
- Compliance support. Check how they help you meet IRS filing and reporting requirements to avoid penalties.
- Integration with personal finances. See if they coordinate your business retirement plan with your overall retirement savings strategy.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Ryan G
CFP®, Series 66
Billings, MT
Merit Financial Advisors
Ryan Gomendi is well-equipped to assist Montana business owners with retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k), leveraging his CFP® certification and a decade of industry experience. His firm, Merit Financial Advisors, offers flat-fee financial planning and supports complex strategies including options and business exit planning, providing a broader advisory scope compared to others focused solely on retirement plans.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $897,421
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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 Montana business owners through the complexities of SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, ensuring compliance and optimized contributions. Operating within Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and fiduciary solutions, he provides flat-fee and hourly consulting options, catering to high earners and those approaching retirement, which distinguishes him from advisors with narrower service models.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Daniel R
CFP®, Series 66
Bozeman, MT
LPL Financial
Daniel Ritter's CFP® certification and 19 years of experience equip him to guide Montana business owners through the complexities of SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, ensuring compliance and optimized contributions. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment solutions and flat-fee financial planning, he also brings expertise in wealth management and tax-loss harvesting, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or different fee structures.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Erika F
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Billings, MT
The Wealth Consulting Group
Erika Ferris is well-equipped to assist Montana business owners with retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k), leveraging her CFP® certification and 24 years of experience. She offers flat-fee and hourly consulting options, providing flexibility compared to advisors with only asset-based fees, and her firm integrates tailored investment processes with comprehensive wealth management services, supporting both business and personal retirement strategies.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $466,923
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Jesse R
CFP®, Series 66
Kalispell, MT
Edward Jones
Jesse Rigler's 16 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Montana business owners through the complexities of SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, ensuring compliance and optimized contributions. Based in Kalispell with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a comprehensive approach that integrates business retirement planning with broader wealth management, supported by a program fee up to 1.35% annually.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $246,728
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