Independent, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Rock Island, 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 want to set up 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 choosing a plan without considering how it affects your business's ongoing finances and your personal retirement goals. Independent advisors here work without firm constraints, which can mean more flexible advice tailored to your unique business.
- Plan type suitability. Ask how they determine whether a SEP or solo 401(k) better matches your business size and income variability.
- Contribution strategy. Confirm they help you balance maximizing retirement savings with maintaining enough cash flow for your business operations.
- Compliance guidance. Ensure they explain how to meet IRS rules and deadlines to avoid penalties.
- Coordination with personal finances. Check how they integrate your business retirement plan with your overall retirement and tax planning.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Robert A
CFA®, Series 63, Series 65
Milan, IL
CPR Investments Inc
Robert Ausdal Jr. offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 44 years of industry experience and CFA® credentials. Operating independently through CPR Investments Inc. in Milan, IL, he provides flat-fee financial plans and discretionary portfolio management with a multi-manager approach, balancing retirement savings with business cash flow considerations.
Experience: 45 years
Avg account: $201,558
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Tyler E
Series 63, Series 66
Moline, IL
Quad City Investment Center
Tyler Edwards specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 19 years of experience and independent status allowing flexible advice tailored to business cash flow and tax situations. Based in nearby Moline, IL, he offers a fee structure of 0.60% to 1.35% AUM and employs a mix of proprietary and third-party model portfolios, distinguishing him with a comprehensive investment approach and a background at Scottrade.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $528,173
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David B
Series 66
Davenport, IA
Quad-Cities Investment Group, LLC
David Borcherding specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 21 years of experience and an independent approach from Quad-Cities Investment Group. His firm uses a mix of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, incorporating derivatives and margin borrowing, which may offer more sophisticated portfolio strategies compared to other advisors in the Rock Island area.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $600,363
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David H
Series 63, Series 66
Moline, IL
Lifemark Securities Corp.
David Howard specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 34 years of experience and Series 63 and 66 credentials. Operating independently through Lifemark Securities Corp. in Moline, IL, he offers flat-fee and asset-based fee structures, focusing on customized, suitability-driven strategies for individual investors and retirement plan sponsors.
Experience: 35 years
Avg account: $403,551
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Rian W
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Davenport, IA
Farther
Rian Waterman specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k) plans, offering independent advice with a flat annual fee structure. Based in nearby Davenport, IA, he brings eight years of experience and leverages Farther's technology-driven platform using Modern Portfolio Theory and algorithmic model portfolios, which may provide a more systematic investment approach compared to other advisors in Rock Island.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $972,193
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