Flat-fee, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Watertown, 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 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 unique 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, which can make costs clearer and easier to budget.
- Plan type suitability. Ask how they determine whether a SEP or solo 401(k) better matches your business size and income variability.
- Fee transparency. Confirm what services are included in the flat fee and whether any additional costs might arise.
- Federal tax focus. Since South Dakota has no state income tax, check how they optimize your retirement plan for federal taxes and other local taxes like sales or property.
- Integration with business goals. See if they consider how your retirement plan choice supports your overall business growth and cash flow needs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brent K
Series 65
Watertown, SD
AE Wealth Management, LLC
Brent Keyes specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k) plans, offering flat-fee services through AE Wealth Management in Watertown, SD. With four years of industry experience and a Series 65 designation, he combines model portfolio solutions and discretionary asset management, differentiating himself by integrating financial planning with consulting services at a large, SEC-registered firm.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $387,358
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Thomas M
Series 65
Watertown, SD
Big Sioux Wealth Management
Thomas Mattingly specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, and operates with a flat-fee and independent approach in Watertown, SD. His firm, Big Sioux Wealth Management, serves a diverse client base with tailored investment programs and manages over $200 million in assets, offering a blend of financial planning and retirement advisory services that may suit business owners seeking clear fee structures and integrated business growth support.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $271,671
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Scott M
Series 63, Series 65
Watertown, SD
Balefire, LLC
Scott Munger offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, with 25 years of experience and flat-fee financial planning services. Based in Watertown, SD, he operates through Balefire, LLC, which serves high-net-worth clients and business entities using a team-based investment approach, differentiating him with a broad range of specialties including business exit strategies and philanthropy.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $597,527
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