Flat-fee, retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) financial advisors in Watsonville, CA
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 it impacts your business taxes and personal retirement goals.
- Plan type suitability. Ask why they recommend SEP versus solo 401(k) based on your business size, income, and growth plans.
- Flat-fee clarity. Confirm exactly what services are included in the flat fee to avoid surprise costs.
- Tax impact insight. Look for advisors who explain how California's high income taxes and Proposition 13 property tax limits affect your retirement planning.
- Contribution strategy. Discuss how they help you optimize contributions to balance business cash flow and retirement savings.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michael F
Series 63, Series 65
Capitola, CA
Eagle Strategies (NY Life)
Michael Flynn Jr. specializes in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, with 21 years of experience and flat-fee services through Eagle Strategies in Capitola, CA. His affiliation with a large firm offering tailored financial planning and his background as a founder and podcast host provide a broad perspective compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $235,446
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Natalie S
Series 66
Watsonville, CA
OSAIC
Natalie Smith specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k) plans, offering flat-fee services through Osaic in Watsonville, CA. With four years of experience and a Series 66 designation, she supports diverse clients using integrated brokerage and advisory services, which may provide broader investment options compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $398,336
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Jacob I
Series 65
Aptos, CA
Impact Investors
Jacob Ifshin offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k), with a flat-fee project-based financial planning option tailored to client needs. Located near Watsonville in Aptos, CA, he brings a focus on ESG investing and tax-loss harvesting, serving individuals and organizations seeking socially responsible investment strategies, which may differentiate him from advisors with a more traditional approach.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $1,273,068
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Christopher Y
Series 63, Series 65
Aptos, CA
Farther
Christopher Young offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners, including SEP and solo 401(k) options, supported by 24 years of industry experience and Series 63 and 65 designations. Operating from Aptos, CA with Farther, a large firm using Modern Portfolio Theory and AI-enhanced portfolio management, he provides flat-fee advisory services that combine algorithmic rebalancing with personalized investment strategies.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $972,193
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Alison M
Series 63, Series 65
Soquel, CA
Cetera
Alison McClure specializes in retirement plans for business owners like SEP and solo 401(k), offering flat-fee financial planning through Cetera, a large firm with $256 billion AUM. With 26 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 65, she also brings expertise in tax-loss harvesting and business exit strategies, providing a broad perspective beyond retirement planning.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $306,089
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