Seasoned, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Oregon
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 tax and income strategy, which can lead to missed savings or tax inefficiencies. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience that can help you navigate these complexities.
- Plan integration expertise. Look for advisors who connect your business retirement plan decisions with your personal tax situation and cash flow.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they understand Oregon's relatively high income taxes and how your plan contributions affect your tax bill.
- Experience with plan types. Ask how they decide between SEP and solo 401(k) plans based on your business size, income, and growth plans.
- Long-term retirement focus. Ensure they consider how your business retirement plan fits into your overall retirement goals, not just immediate tax benefits.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Devin H
CFP®, Series 65
Bend, OR
Farther
Devin Harrigan's 21 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle retirement plans for business owners in Oregon, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans. His firm, Farther, employs a technology-driven approach using Modern Portfolio Theory and offers flat annual fees, which may appeal to business owners seeking transparent pricing and a blend of bespoke and algorithmic portfolio management.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $972,193
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Sherman O
Series 63, Series 65
Salem, OR
Cetera
Sherman Ober's 38 years of experience and expertise in retirement plans for business owners make him well-equipped to assist with SEP and solo 401(k) plans in Oregon. Operating from Cetera, a large firm offering flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, he serves a diverse clientele including high earners and those approaching retirement, providing integrated wealth management and tax-loss harvesting strategies that complement business retirement planning.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Kathy P
Series 63, Series 65
Aloha, OR
LPL Financial
Kathy Phillips brings 29 years of experience and specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, making her well-equipped to address the complexities of integrating these plans with personal tax strategies in Oregon. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee planning and a broad range of investment solutions, she also brings additional expertise in wealth management and tax-loss harvesting, which can complement retirement planning for business owners.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Michael S
CFP®, Series 63
Eugene, OR
Syman-Degler Group, LLC
Michael Syman Degler brings 28 years of experience advising business owners in Oregon on retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k), integrating these plans with personal tax and income strategies. His firm serves both individual and high-net-worth clients with a flat-fee structure up to $5,000 for planning, focusing on mutual-fund allocations through platforms like American Funds and Charles Schwab, distinguishing him with a comprehensive, non-discretionary approach.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $318,630
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Anders R
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Powell Butte, OR
LPL Financial
Anders Ramstad specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 21 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® certifications. Based in Powell Butte, OR, he works at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, a large firm offering flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, serving diverse clients with integrated financial planning and retirement plan advisory services.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $399,489
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