Seasoned, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Augusta, GA
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.
You might be preparing to sell your business or planning your exit strategy soon. Without careful planning, you could miss opportunities to maximize your sale proceeds or face unexpected tax consequences.
- Exit timing insight. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your business readiness to recommend the best time to sell.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they understand local tax rules that can affect your net proceeds after the sale.
- Transition planning. Look for advisors who help coordinate your business exit with your personal financial goals and retirement plans.
- Experience with complex deals. Seasoned advisors often navigate negotiations, deal structures, and post-sale wealth management effectively.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brent H
Series 63, Series 65
Aiken, SC
Merrill
Brent Hardy's extensive 28 years of experience and Certified Exit Planning Advisor designation equip him to guide business owners through complex exit strategies, including tax minimization and retirement income planning. Based in nearby Aiken, SC, he operates within Merrill's large-firm environment, offering a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies, and serves mid-career professionals and HENRY clients, differentiating him with a broad wealth management focus beyond just business exits.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $860,085
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John M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Augusta, GA
Guardian Life
John Mccollum brings over 31 years of experience and CFP® certification to business exit and sale strategy in Augusta, GA, with expertise in tax-loss harvesting and serving self-employed founders. His affiliation with Primerica Advisors, a large firm offering flat-fee and subscription-based financial planning, distinguishes him by providing flexible fee structures and access to diverse investment strategies.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $230,599
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Patricia W
CFP®, Series 66
Greensboro, GA
Wells Fargo Advisors
Patricia Ware's 22 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to guide business owners through exit and sale strategies, particularly in complex deal negotiations and tax considerations. Operating from Greensboro, GA with Wells Fargo Advisors, she serves high-net-worth clients and leverages proprietary research and fee-based planning services, distinguishing her from others by combining large-firm resources with personalized ownership in a financial practice.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $514,335
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