Large-firm, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Spearfish, SD
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 into your overall financial picture. A common mistake is treating your business retirement plan as separate from your personal tax and estate planning, which can lead to missed opportunities.
- Federal tax focus. Since South Dakota has no state income tax, ask how they optimize your retirement plan for federal taxes, sales tax, and property tax.
- Integration with business goals. Confirm how they align your retirement plan choices with your business cash flow and growth plans.
- Large-firm resources. Large firms often have access to specialized tools and teams; ask how these support your retirement plan setup and ongoing management.
- Estate and trust planning. South Dakota's favorable trust laws can impact your retirement planning; check if they incorporate this into your strategy.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Cheryl K
CFA®, Series 63
Sturgis, SD
Cetera
Cheryl Kunstle's 25 years of experience and CFA® credential equip her to handle retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, within the large-firm environment of Cetera. Her flat-fee and hourly consulting options, combined with expertise in tax-loss harvesting and charitable giving, provide a comprehensive approach that integrates business and personal financial goals, distinguishing her from other advisors in the Spearfish area.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Kathleen B
Series 63, Series 66
Spearfish, SD
Hightower Advisors
Kathleen Barlow specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 13 years of experience and a large-firm environment at Hightower Advisors in Spearfish, SD. She offers flat-fee services and focuses on high-net-worth clients, integrating wealth management with tax-loss harvesting and business exit strategies, which distinguishes her from other advisors in the area.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $2,848,795
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Andrew K
Series 66
Spearfish, SD
LPL Financial
Andrew Koistinen specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 11 years of experience and a Series 66 designation. Operating within LPL Financial, a large firm offering extensive research resources, he provides flat-fee financial planning and serves clients in Spearfish, SD, distinguishing him with a focus on integrated wealth management and tax-loss harvesting strategies.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Tamara B
Series 63, Series 65
Spearfish, SD
Eagle Strategies (NY Life)
Tamara Burke specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, supported by 22 years of experience at Eagle Strategies, a large firm with extensive resources. Her expertise extends to retirement income strategy and annuities, and she offers flexible fee structures including AUM and hourly rates, making her a versatile choice for business owners in Spearfish, SD seeking integrated retirement and financial planning.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $235,446
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