Flat-fee, business succession planning financial advisors in Alaska
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're planning to transfer your business to family, partners, or new owners, you need an advisor who understands the full process. A common mistake is overlooking how tax rules and ownership changes affect your business's value and your personal finances.
- Federal tax focus. Since Alaska has no state income tax, ask how they optimize for federal taxes and local property taxes during succession.
- Permanent Fund Dividend impact. Confirm if they consider how your changing business status might affect eligibility or tax treatment of this annual payment.
- Ownership transition steps. Look for advisors who explain the legal and financial steps clearly, not just the sale price.
- Flat-fee clarity. These advisors charge a set fee, so ask what services are included to avoid surprises.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Tonye W
Series 65
Bellevue, WA
Mainsail Financial Group
Tonye Wokoma offers expertise in business succession planning with a flat-fee structure, providing individual financial planning services ranging from $2,000 to $10,000, which can be negotiated. Based in Bellevue, WA, he brings two years of experience and a Series 65 designation, working within Mainsail Financial Group that serves both individual and high-net-worth clients using model portfolios and a mix of asset allocation and quantitative methods, distinguishing him from others focused solely on Alaska-based clients.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $937,997
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Dylan M
CFP®, Series 65
Minneapolis, MN
CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC
Dylan Mc Garthwaite offers flat-fee business succession planning services with fixed fees ranging from $500 to over $10,000, suitable for various complexities including small business owners and complex estates. Based in Minneapolis, he brings a CFP® certification and four years of experience, supported by CliftonLarsonAllen's integrated approach combining wealth, tax, estate, and insurance expertise, which may provide broader strategic asset allocation compared to local Alaska advisors.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $1,730,668
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Shannon V
Series 65
Eagle River, AK
Advisory Services Network
Shannon Van Holstyn specializes in business succession planning with a focus on wealth management and equity compensation tax strategy, making him well-suited for handling ownership transitions in Alaska. Based in Eagle River, he offers flat-fee financial planning services ranging from $1,000 to $40,000, backed by seven years of industry experience and affiliation with Advisory Services Network, which manages $8.6 billion in assets and serves diverse client types.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $826,033
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Cindy S
Series 66
Juneau, AK
Raymond James Financial
Cindy Stadt specializes in business succession planning with a flat-fee structure, making her suitable for Alaska business owners seeking clear cost expectations. Based in Juneau and affiliated with Raymond James Financial, a large firm serving diverse clients, she combines her Series 66 designation with experience in dental practice management and community health, offering tailored financial plans through detailed client interviews and risk profiling.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $700,796
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Geordie H
CFP®, Series 63
Houston, TX
ValMark Advisers, Inc.
Geordie Hrdlicka's 28 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle business succession planning with a flat-fee structure, offering clear cost expectations. Operating through ValMark Advisers, Inc., he provides access to diversified, goal-based portfolios and serves a broad client base, distinguishing him from others by combining seasoned expertise with independent, fee-transparent services despite being based in Houston rather than Alaska.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $554,438
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