Top retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Pennsylvania
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 Pennsylvania 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 your business cash flow and tax situation. A common mistake is treating these plans as just investment accounts, missing how contributions and withdrawals affect your overall financial picture.
- Plan design insight. Look for advisors who explain how plan features impact your business taxes and employee benefits, not just investment options.
- Tax timing expertise. Confirm they consider Pennsylvania's exemption of retirement income from state tax when planning distributions.
- Contribution strategy. Ask how they help balance your business profits with retirement contributions to optimize tax advantages.
- Compliance navigation. Ensure they guide you through IRS rules specific to SEP and solo 401(k) plans to avoid costly errors.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Matthew S
Series 66
Doylestown, PA
LPL Financial
Matthew Silverhardt's 22 years of experience and Series 66 designation equip him to assist business owners in Pennsylvania with SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, focusing on tax-efficient contribution strategies and compliance. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he also brings insights from his background as a founder, which may benefit entrepreneurs seeking tailored retirement solutions.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Lynn C
CFP®, Series 63
Harleysville, PA
Cetera
Lynn Craig's 38 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to assist Pennsylvania business owners with SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, focusing on tax implications and plan design. Affiliated with a large firm, she offers flat-fee and hourly consulting options, serving high earners and those approaching retirement, which may provide more flexible and personalized planning compared to advisors with different fee structures or client focuses.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Alexander F
Series 66
Conshohocken, PA
William Blair
Alexander Fernberger specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, making him well-suited to address the unique tax and cash flow considerations for Pennsylvania business owners. Operating from a large firm, William Blair, he offers active portfolio management and access to private funds, with 15 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, providing a research-driven approach that may differ from smaller or less specialized advisors.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $1,492,448
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Stuart E
Series 63, Series 65
Newtown Square, PA
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Stuart Ettingoff's 44 years of experience and focus on retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, equip him to address the unique tax and cash flow considerations for Pennsylvania business owners. Operating within J.W. Cole Advisors, a large SEC-registered firm, he offers flat-fee planning options and combines his background as a founder with access to diverse managed account solutions, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller firm affiliations or less flexible fee structures.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $255,702
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Gilbert C
Series 63, Series 65
Philadelphia, PA
TIAA-CREF
Gilbert Crews specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 33 years of experience and a focus on educators and business founders in Pennsylvania. Based in Philadelphia and affiliated with the large firm TIAA-CREF, he offers a 0.30% annual AUM fee and serves high-net-worth clients, providing both planning and discretionary management within a vertically integrated structure.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $523,144
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