Large-firm, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Schaumburg, 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 run 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 ongoing contributions and tax benefits.
- Plan design expertise. Ask how they tailor SEP or solo 401(k) options to your business size and income variability.
- Contribution strategy. Confirm they help you balance retirement savings with business reinvestment needs.
- Compliance guidance. Make sure they explain IRS rules and deadlines to avoid costly penalties.
- Coordination with personal finances. Check how they integrate your business retirement plan with your overall financial goals.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brandi R
Series 63, Series 65
Schaumburg, IL
Independent Financial Group, LLC
Brandi Ruffalo specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 24 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 65. Operating within Independent Financial Group, a large firm offering both active and passive investment management, she provides flat-fee financial planning and serves a diverse client base including corporate and pension plans, distinguishing her from advisors with narrower focuses.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $474,424
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Richard K
Series 63, Series 66
Schaumburg, IL
Cetera
Richard Kaczor specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 12 years of experience and credentials like Series 63 and 66. Affiliated with Cetera, a large SEC-registered firm offering diverse advisory services, he also brings expertise in tax-loss harvesting and business exit strategies, providing a comprehensive approach with flat-fee and AUM-based pricing options.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Benjamin G
Series 66
Schaumburg, IL
Merrill
Benjamin Gottlieb at Merrill in Schaumburg offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, backed by 12 years of industry experience and multiple professional designations like Certified 401(k) Professional. His approach includes plan design, compliance, and fiduciary risk management within a large firm setting, making him well-suited for business owners seeking comprehensive retirement solutions integrated with executive compensation and liquidity event planning.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Thomas H
CFP®, Series 66
Schaumburg, IL
Mercer Global Advisors Inc.
Thomas Herzing at Mercer Global Advisors in Schaumburg offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 26 years of experience and CFP® certification. Mercer’s large-firm resources and a disciplined investment approach using low-cost index funds differentiate him, along with a flat-fee structure and focus on high-net-worth clients and established professionals.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $2,214,259
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Adam H
Series 63, Series 66
Schaumburg, IL
Eagle Strategies (NY Life)
Adam Hillebold specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by nine years of experience and Series 63 and 66 licenses. Operating within Eagle Strategies, a large firm in Schaumburg, IL, he offers flat-fee options and integrates business retirement planning with broader financial goals, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or smaller firm affiliations.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $235,446
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