Retirement Partners of California is a 401(k) fiduciary advisor based in Santa Clarita. We help businesses throughout California and across the United States lower plan costs, reduce fiduciary liability, and give employees clear retirement guidance. We offer both 3(21) and 3(38) fiduciary services. Our investment monitoring process and tool suite are CEFEX certified.
Special offer: Free comprehensive plan analysis ($1,200 value)
*Through the Retirement Partners Consulting Program
We focus on the three things that matter most to plan sponsors: reducing risk, controlling costs, and helping employees actually use the plan.
We provide both 3(21) advisory and 3(38) investment management services so you can transfer more of the fiduciary responsibility and reduce personal liability.
We benchmark fees, monitor providers, and help you find more competitive options without sacrificing quality or service for your employees.
Interactive education, enrollment meetings, and ongoing support so employees understand their options and make better retirement decisions.
Getting started is straightforward.
Tell us about your current plan and what you want to improve.
We analyze fees, investments, fiduciary risk, and opportunities for improvement.
Lower costs, less risk, and employees who actually engage with the plan.
We have a passion for engaging employees and helping them pursue their retirement goals — whether they are new to investing or have been investing for years.
Our interactive workshops and enrollment meetings are designed to make complex topics clear, practical, and fun.
Real feedback from California business owners and HR leaders.
“Erick has been the 401k and Wealth Advisor for my company for several years. He is knowledgeable, professional, and most importantly he cares for my company and employees. Every consideration is given to provide the best service and benefits.”
Robert, President — Remo, Inc.
“Erick simplified the 401K process and made my life easier. I so appreciated that he answered every question quickly and with clarity. Take the time and call him.”
Linda, Owner — Right Choice Home Care
“He’s thorough, engaging, and speaks in a language we all can understand. You can tell he truly cares… We are so grateful for his knowledge and care for our employees.”
Noelle, HR Manager — Starpower Talent
“Erick Arndt has quickly become my specialist for all things 401(k). He truly helped me through the process… I have made it clear that I will not give up Erick if I can help it.”
Brittaney, GM — Stone Age Granite
Erick founded Retirement Partners of California after seeing too many businesses receive weak fiduciary guidance and almost no real education for their employees. He has been advising retirement plans since 2003 and focuses on practical, clear advice that reduces risk for plan sponsors while helping workers prepare for retirement.
Our investment monitoring process and tool suite are CEFEX certified. We work with companies throughout California and across the United States, and partner with experienced advisors in Hawaii.
We work closely with experienced retirement plan advisors in Hawaii to better serve clients across a wider network.
Managing Partner
Specializes in 401(k) plans, executive benefits, and life insurance. Active in the Hawaii community and focused on helping businesses and their employees build stronger retirement outcomes.
Managing Partner
Focuses on life insurance, long-term care, estate planning, and individual retirement strategies. Brings deep experience supporting both plan sponsors and participants.
A 3(21) fiduciary provides investment advice but the plan sponsor retains final decision-making authority. A 3(38) fiduciary takes full discretionary control over the investment lineup, which transfers more liability away from the plan sponsor.
No. While we are based in Santa Clarita, we work with businesses throughout California and across the United States.
CEFEX is an independent organization that certifies firms for fiduciary excellence. Our tool suite and 12-point investment monitoring process have been independently assessed and certified.
Fees depend on plan size and the level of fiduciary service (3(21) vs 3(38)). We start with a free comprehensive analysis so you can see the potential savings and improvements before making any commitment.
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