CFP®-certified, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in St. Louis, MO
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 retirement goals, which can lead to missed tax benefits or contribution limits. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including retirement and tax strategies.
- Plan integration. Ask how they coordinate your business retirement plan with your personal savings and tax situation.
- Contribution strategy. Confirm they explain how to maximize contributions without exceeding IRS limits.
- Plan selection guidance. See if they help you choose between SEP and solo 401(k) based on your business structure and income.
- Cost of living impact. Discuss how St. Louis’s lower living costs can influence your retirement timing and savings goals.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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James S
CFP®, Series 66
St Louis, MO
Cetera
James Schier's CFP® certification and expertise in retirement plans for business owners make him well-suited to help St. Louis entrepreneurs integrate SEP and solo 401(k) plans with their overall financial goals. His affiliation with Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and flat-fee planning options, provides clients access to multiple investment platforms and tailored consulting services.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Scott B
CFP®, Series 65
St. Louis, MO
Fifth Third Wealth Advisors LLC
Scott Bailey's CFP® certification and expertise in retirement plans for business owners make him well-suited to help St. Louis business owners integrate SEP and solo 401(k) plans with their overall financial goals. With eight years of industry experience and a 1.00% AUM fee, he offers discretionary investment management and tailored asset allocation through Fifth Third Wealth Advisors LLC, serving a diverse client base including trusts and pension plans.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $2,333,146
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Herbert S
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63
St. Louis, MO
Kestra Advisory
Herbert Smith's extensive 58 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide St. Louis business owners through SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, integrating these with personal financial goals. Affiliated with Kestra Advisory, a large firm offering fiduciary consulting and plan design, he provides flat-fee planning and mentors small business owners, distinguishing him with both deep expertise and personalized support.
Experience: 58 years
Avg account: $618,892
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Meagen W
CFP®
St. Louis, MO
Facet
Meagen Wagner is a CFP®-certified advisor in St. Louis specializing in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with five years of industry experience. She works at Facet, which offers subscription-based financial planning with flat membership fees and employs technology-driven, model-based asset allocation using ETFs, providing a structured yet flexible approach compared to traditional fee models.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $541,077
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Stephen M
CFP®, Series 66
St Louis, MO
LPL Financial
Stephen Mayer's 13 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide St. Louis business owners through SEP and solo 401(k) retirement plans, integrating these with personal savings and tax strategies. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment solutions, he provides flat-fee financial planning and serves clients including high-net-worth households and retirement plan sponsors.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $399,489
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