Flat-fee, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in San Ramon, 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 income and tax situation. A common mistake is choosing a plan without considering how fees and plan features affect your long-term savings.
- Flat-fee pricing. Confirm how the advisor charges so you know exactly what you’ll pay, avoiding surprises that can eat into your returns.
- Plan type guidance. Ask why they recommend a SEP versus a solo 401(k) based on your business size, income, and retirement goals.
- Tax impact awareness. California’s high income taxes and property tax rules can affect your plan’s benefits; see how they factor this into your strategy.
- Ongoing plan management. Retirement plans need regular reviews; check how the advisor supports plan updates and compliance over time.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Arnel T
Series 66
San Ramon, CA
LPL Financial
Arnel Tecson specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 18 years of experience and a Series 66 designation. Operating through LPL Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning, he also brings expertise in wealth management and tax-loss harvesting, providing comprehensive support for business owners in San Ramon, CA.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Eric L
Series 66
San Ramon, CA
American Investors Company
Eric Loofbourrow specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, and offers flat-fee financial planning services in San Ramon, CA. With 10 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he works at American Investors Company, which manages $578 million in assets and serves a diverse client base, providing both advisory and brokerage services.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $787,056
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Patti M
Series 63, Series 65
San Ramon, CA
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Patti May specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, and offers flat-fee options for financial planning and consulting, which suits business owners seeking predictable costs. With 10 years of experience at a large SEC-registered firm, she also brings expertise in college savings and insurance products, providing a broader financial perspective compared to advisors focused solely on retirement plans.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $255,702
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Michael H
Series 66
San Ramon, CA
Cetera
Michael Herberger specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 24 years of experience in San Ramon, CA. He offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting through Cetera, a large firm serving diverse clients, and brings additional expertise in tax-loss harvesting and charitable giving, which may benefit business owners seeking comprehensive retirement and tax strategies.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $306,089
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David G
Series 63
San Ramon, CA
Newleaf Wealth Management, LLC
David Gold specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with a flat-fee pricing model that offers clear cost expectations. Based in San Ramon, CA, he brings 12 years of experience and serves high-net-worth clients through Newleaf Wealth Management, which emphasizes strategic asset allocation and tailored investment management for retirement plans and charitable organizations.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $1,354,729
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