Independent financial advisors working with self-employed clients 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're self-employed in Oregon, you likely face unique challenges like managing irregular income and planning for taxes without sales tax but with relatively high income taxes. A common mistake is treating your finances like a traditional employee's, which can overlook key tax-saving opportunities and cash flow needs.
- Income variability management. Look for advisors who help you plan for fluctuating earnings and tax payments throughout the year.
- Tax strategy tailored to Oregon. Confirm they understand Oregon's tax environment, including the absence of sales tax and higher income tax rates.
- Retirement options for self-employed. Ask how they evaluate plans like SEP IRAs or solo 401(k)s to fit your business and personal goals.
- Independent advisor benefits. These advisors operate without firm constraints, potentially offering more flexible, client-focused advice.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kevin B
PFS™, Series 65
Lake Oswego, OR
Aldrich Wealth LP
Kevin Barchus specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP IRAs and solo 401(k)s, making him well-suited for self-employed clients in Oregon managing tax and retirement complexities. With 28 years of experience, a PFS™ designation, and a flat-fee structure for financial planning, he offers seasoned, independent advice tailored to high-net-worth individuals, supported by Aldrich Wealth's tax-aware investment approach and complementary trustee-directed plan management.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $7,496,574
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Chris R
VerifiedSeries 65
Lake Oswego, OR
Cascara Financial Planning LLC
Chris Ramsby specializes in advising self-employed clients in Oregon, addressing unique challenges like tax planning and retirement options tailored to this group. His firm, Cascara Financial Planning LLC, offers flat-fee and project-based financial planning with a focus on wealth management, college savings, and business ownership considerations, using a modern portfolio theory approach that blends passive and active strategies, including socially conscious investing.
Experience: 0 years
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Ken C
CFP®
Portland, OR
Financial Planning Northwest
Ken Carraro specializes in supporting self-employed individuals in Oregon with tailored financial planning that addresses unique challenges like income variability and tax strategies specific to the state. His independent, flat-fee approach includes comprehensive plans and educational sessions, focusing on empowering clients to manage their own investments, which distinguishes him from advisors who offer traditional investment management services.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $0
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Ryan M
CFP®
West Linn, OR
Pacific Coast Investment Advisors, LLC
Ryan Murphy is well-equipped to assist self-employed individuals in Oregon by integrating evidence-based investment management with comprehensive financial planning tailored to fluctuating income and tax strategies. As an independent, CFP®-certified advisor with 12 years of experience, he offers flat-fee financial planning and negotiable management fees, focusing on clear communication and personalized service for Gen X clients in West Linn, OR.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $1,162,535
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John R
CFP®, CFA®, Series 63, Series 65
Portland, OR
Raaf Investment Advisors, LLC
John Raaf specializes in serving self-employed individuals in Oregon, offering tailored financial planning that addresses cash flow management and estate planning. With 22 years of experience and credentials including CFP® and CFA®, he leads an independent firm that focuses on high-net-worth clients and employs an active, asset-allocation driven investment approach with a 1.00% annual AUM fee, distinguishing him from advisors with more generic strategies.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $1,329,417
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