Seasoned financial advisors working with founders and business owners in San Diego, CA
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 or founded a company, you likely face complex financial decisions that affect both your personal and business wealth. Without deep experience, it's easy to overlook how intertwined these areas are, leading to missed opportunities or unexpected risks. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience to help you navigate these challenges.
- Business and personal finance integration. Look for advisors who consider your business cash flow alongside your personal financial goals.
- Tax impact awareness. California's high income taxes and property tax limits under Proposition 13 require careful planning; ask how they address these factors.
- Exit and succession planning. Confirm they have experience guiding founders through business sales or ownership transitions.
- Risk management for owners. Ensure they evaluate insurance and liability risks unique to business owners in your area.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Coley D
Series 63, Series 65
San Diego, CA
OSAIC
Coley Davis III brings 37 years of experience advising founders and business owners in San Diego, combining expertise in annuities with a deep understanding of integrating business and personal finances. Operating within OSAIC, a large SEC-registered firm, he offers flexible flat-fee and hourly pricing, supported by a comprehensive investment process and multiple custodial platforms, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower scopes or fee structures.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $398,336
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Vi L
Series 63, Series 66
San Diego, CA
Transamerica Financial Advisors
Vi Lieu brings 21 years of experience advising founders and business owners in San Diego, integrating wealth management with concentrated stock and ESG investing strategies. Affiliated with Transamerica Financial Advisors, a large firm managing $1.7 billion in assets, she offers a 0.65% AUM fee and access to model portfolios and third-party managers, distinguishing her through broad program options and a seasoned approach.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $48,577
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Michael L
Series 63, Series 66
San Diego, CA
Commonwealth Financial Network
Michael Lucenti's 27 years of experience and focus on founders and business owners in San Diego equip him to address complex financial needs, including tax-loss harvesting and retirement income strategy. Affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network, a large firm offering flat-fee consulting and extensive support services, he provides flexible fee options and access to third-party asset managers, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller practices or narrower service scopes.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $568,323
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John M
Series 63, Series 66
San Diego, CA
Sound Income Strategies, LLC
John McCartin brings 24 years of experience advising founders and business owners in San Diego, specializing in income planning, annuities, and retirement plans like SEP and solo 401k. His firm, Sound Income Strategies, manages $4 billion in assets with a customized investment approach focused on fixed income and equity review, offering flat-fee and hourly financial planning options that may suit clients seeking flexible fee structures.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $168,290
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Brady F
Series 66
San Diego, CA
LPL Financial
Brady Foley's 26 years of experience and focus on founders and business owners in San Diego equip him to address complex financial needs, including retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k)s, and tax-loss harvesting strategies. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee planning and extensive investment solutions, he combines seasoned expertise with access to broad resources, differentiating him from advisors with smaller firm support or less specialized retirement plan knowledge.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $399,489
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