Flat-fee, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors 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 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 unique cash flow and tax situation. Without this expertise, you might choose a plan that limits your savings or creates unexpected tax burdens. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know what to expect without surprise fees.
- Plan type suitability. Confirm how they decide between SEP and solo 401(k) based on your business income and retirement goals.
- Tax impact awareness. Ask how they factor in California's high income taxes and Proposition 13 property tax limits when recommending plans.
- Contribution strategy. Look for guidance on maximizing contributions while managing your business cash flow effectively.
- Compliance and administration. Ensure they explain how they help keep your plan compliant with IRS rules and reporting requirements.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Julia F
CFP®, Series 66
San Diego, CA
Cetera
Julia Farag specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, and offers flat-fee financial planning through Cetera's large advisory platform in San Diego. Her background includes philanthropic involvement and serving diverse clients, which complements her focus on high earners and those approaching retirement, distinguishing her from advisors with less firm support or narrower client types.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $306,089
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John L
CFP®, CFA®, Series 63, Series 66
San Diego, CA
Independent Financial Group, LLC
John Lord's 26 years of experience and dual CFP® and CFA® credentials equip him to advise San Diego business owners on SEP and solo 401(k) plans with a flat-fee structure. His role at Independent Financial Group, a large dual-registered firm, and his personal business ownership provide practical insights into retirement planning and cash flow management, distinguishing him from advisors with less direct business experience.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $474,424
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John M
Series 63, Series 66
San Diego, CA
Sound Income Strategies, LLC
John McCartin specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k) plans, offering flat-fee financial planning tailored to San Diego's tax environment. With 24 years of experience and a firm managing $4 billion in assets, he provides a customized investment approach emphasizing fixed-income and equity analysis, distinguishing him from others by combining deep industry knowledge with scalable advisory services.
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 Series 66 designation equip him to advise San Diego business owners on SEP and solo 401(k) plans, considering local tax impacts and contribution strategies. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he also brings expertise in wealth management and tax-loss harvesting, providing a broad perspective beyond retirement plans.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Kurt E
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
San Diego, CA
Kestra Advisory
Kurt Eakin specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 26 years of experience and CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to address San Diego business owners' unique tax and cash flow needs. His affiliation with Kestra Advisory, a large firm managing $79.8 billion in assets, offers access to fiduciary consulting and multiple management platforms, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $618,892
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