Flat-fee, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Summerville, GA
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 fees and plan features affect your long-term savings and business finances. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you won't face surprises from percentage-based fees.
- Plan type guidance. Confirm how they help you pick between SEP and solo 401(k) based on your business size, income, and growth plans.
- Fee transparency. Ask how their flat fee covers plan setup, ongoing administration, and investment advice to avoid hidden costs.
- Tax impact insight. Look for advisors who explain how retirement income exclusions can lower your taxes as you age in Georgia.
- Business cash flow alignment. Ensure they consider your business's cash flow cycles when recommending contribution levels and plan features.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Donald T
Series 66
Rome, GA
LPL Financial
Donald Tomlin specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, with a flat-fee structure that helps avoid percentage-based surprises. Based in Rome, GA, he brings 23 years of experience and access to LPL Financial's broad services, including investment management and insurance, which may benefit business owners seeking comprehensive financial solutions beyond retirement planning.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Jon L
Series 63, Series 66
Rome, GA
Benjamin F. Edwards & Company, Inc.
Jon Lewis offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, supported by 25 years of experience and a flat-fee structure for financial planning and plan consulting. Affiliated with Benjamin F. Edwards & Company, a large firm managing $15.7 billion in assets, he combines active portfolio management and tax-loss harvesting to align retirement strategies with business cash flow and tax considerations.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $553,528
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Ernest S
Series 63, Series 65
Rome, GA
Cambridge Investment Research Advisors
Ernest Smith specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) plans, with 34 years of experience and flat-fee options negotiated for retirement plan advisory. Based in Rome, GA, he operates within Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, a large firm offering diverse investment strategies and serving various client types, which may provide broader resources compared to smaller local advisors.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $378,281
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Tyler O
Series 66
Rome, GA
Cetera
Tyler Owens specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k), offering flat-fee financial planning through Cetera, a large firm with diverse portfolio management options. With 12 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he also provides tax-loss harvesting and charitable giving advice, serving high earners and those approaching retirement, which may offer broader planning insights compared to other advisors.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Joseph A
Series 63, Series 65
Chickamauga, GA
Kovack Advisors, Inc.
Joseph Aloisio offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, with 28 years of experience and flat-fee financial planning services. Based in nearby Chickamauga, GA, he works through Kovack Advisors, which serves diverse clients with a focus on diversified mutual fund and ETF investments, providing a broad range of planning and account aggregation services.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $433,120
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