Seasoned, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in South Dakota
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 are setting up or managing a retirement plan like a SEP or solo 401(k), you need an advisor who understands the unique rules and tax benefits involved. Without this expertise, you might miss out on maximizing contributions or face unexpected tax penalties. Seasoned advisors bring years of experience navigating these plans, helping you avoid common pitfalls.
- Plan type guidance. Confirm how they help you choose between SEP and solo 401(k) based on your business size, income, and goals.
- Contribution optimization. Ask how they ensure you’re making the most of allowable contributions without triggering excess contribution issues.
- Tax impact awareness. Look for advisors who explain how plan contributions affect your personal and business tax situations.
- Compliance monitoring. Check how they keep your plan aligned with IRS rules to prevent costly errors or audits.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Donald O
Series 63, Series 65
Sioux Falls, SD
Resolve Capital Management LLC
Donald Olson's 29 years of experience and focus on retirement plans for business owners make him well-equipped to assist with SEP and solo 401(k) plans in South Dakota. His firm, Resolve Capital Management LLC, offers diversified asset allocation and manages most accounts on a discretionary basis, providing integrated financial planning with flat-fee options ranging from $500 to $5,000, which may appeal to business owners seeking comprehensive yet cost-effective advisory services.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $468,475
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Nordell G
Series 63, Series 65
Sioux Falls, SD
Cetera
Nordell Griebel's 24 years of experience and expertise in retirement plans for business owners make him well-equipped to assist with SEP and solo 401(k) plans in South Dakota. His role as president of a tax and accounting firm complements his advisory work, offering a strong understanding of tax impacts, while Cetera's large-firm resources provide access to diverse portfolio management and fiduciary capabilities, distinguishing him from other advisors.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Curtis N
Series 63, Series 65
Howard, SD
SPC
Curtis Neises specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, leveraging 32 years of industry experience to navigate complex tax and compliance issues. Based in Howard, SD, he operates within SPC, a large firm managing over $5.66 billion in assets, and offers a flat-fee structure with segmented financial plans and capped ongoing consulting fees, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee models or smaller firm affiliations.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $192,080
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Margaret M
Series 66
Rapid City, SD
LPL Financial
Margaret Messerli Trottier specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, leveraging 21 years of experience to navigate complex tax and compliance issues. Based in Rapid City, SD, she offers flat-fee financial planning through LPL Financial, a large firm with extensive resources, and also brings expertise in wealth management and tax-loss harvesting, distinguishing her from other seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $399,489
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John L
Series 63, Series 65
Sioux Falls, SD
Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC
John Lawler's extensive 28 years of experience and focus on retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k), make him well-equipped to guide South Dakota business owners through plan selection and contribution optimization. Operating within Ameritas Advisory Services, a large firm offering flat fees and diverse advisory approaches, he also brings unique insights from his background as a business owner and local leader, distinguishing him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $448,118
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