Business Retirement Plans
401(k), SEP IRA, SIMPLE IRA, and defined benefit plans — we help you select, establish, and manage the right retirement plan for your business and your team.
Small Business Owners
Creating Clarity in Your Financial World
Running a business is demanding. We help small and mid-size business owners untangle their personal and business finances, build retirement plans for themselves and their teams, and prepare for the future — whatever that looks like for you.
Your Unique Challenges
Business Ownership Is Rewarding — and Complex
As a business owner, your personal and business finances are deeply intertwined. Your business may be your largest asset — and your primary retirement vehicle. That's a lot of weight to carry without a clear plan.
We work with small to mid-size business owners to bring clarity to both sides of the equation — helping you build personal wealth while growing your business and taking care of your employees.
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From day-to-day financial strategy to long-term succession planning, we cover the full scope of your needs as a business owner.
Succession Planning
Whether you plan to sell, transfer to family, or transition to a partner, we help you build a succession strategy that protects your legacy and maximizes your outcome.
Personal Wealth Strategy
We align your personal financial planning — retirement, investments, estate planning — with your business goals so both sides of your financial life work together.
- Business Retirement Plan Design & Administration
- Key Person & Buy-Sell Insurance Strategies
- Deferred Compensation Planning
- Personal Investment Management
- Estate & Legacy Planning
- Tax-Efficient Compensation Strategies
- Exit Planning & Business Valuation Coordination
Business Owner FAQs
What retirement plan options are available for small business owners?
Small business owners can choose from 401(k) plans, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, and defined benefit plans. The right choice depends on your business size, number of employees, and personal retirement goals. We help you evaluate the options and select the plan that fits.
How is financial planning different for business owners?
Your personal and business finances are deeply intertwined. Your business may be your largest asset — and your primary retirement vehicle. Effective planning addresses both sides: building personal wealth while managing business growth, employee benefits, and an eventual exit strategy.
When should I start thinking about succession planning?
Ideally, five to ten years before you intend to exit. Starting early gives you time to maximize business value, identify a successor, and structure a transition that minimizes tax impact — whether you're selling, transferring to family, or transitioning to a partner.
Can Legacy Financial help me set up a 401(k) for my employees?
Yes. We help business owners design, establish, and administer retirement plans for their teams. A well-structured employee retirement plan is also a valuable tool for attracting and retaining good people.
How do I align my personal finances with my business goals?
It starts with a comprehensive financial plan that treats both as one interconnected picture. We coordinate investment strategies, compensation structures, retirement planning, and estate planning so your personal wealth-building and business goals reinforce each other.
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