Large-firm, business succession planning financial advisors in Brigham City, UT
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 preparing to transfer your business to a family member or sell it to a partner, you need an advisor who understands the complexities of business succession planning. Without expert guidance, you might overlook tax implications or fail to align the plan with your long-term financial goals. Large-firm advisors often bring extensive resources and a team approach to navigate these challenges.
- Comprehensive transition strategies. Look for advisors who consider all exit options, including sale, transfer, or merger, tailored to your business structure.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they analyze how succession decisions affect your personal and business tax liabilities.
- Stakeholder coordination. Ask how they manage communication and agreements among family members, partners, and key employees.
- Integration with estate planning. Ensure they connect succession plans with your overall estate and wealth transfer goals.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michael F
Series 66
Austin, TX
Kestra Private Wealth Services, LLC
Michael Frandsen specializes in business succession planning and exit strategies, supported by seven years of experience and a Series 66 designation at Edward Jones, a large firm with extensive resources. His background includes serving military and business owner clients, and he offers a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him with a comprehensive approach to tax-efficient wealth management and estate planning integration.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $653,677
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John S
ChFC®, Series 63
Ogden, UT
Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC
John Stevens offers extensive expertise in business succession planning through his role at Hornor, Townsend & Kent, a large firm known for comprehensive advisory services including financial planning and consulting. With 52 years of experience and a flat-fee structure for planning engagements, he provides seasoned guidance that integrates wealth management and retirement plan consulting, distinguishing him from advisors with less experience or different fee models.
Experience: 52 years
Avg account: $294,061
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James S
Series 63, Series 66
Ogden, UT
Ameriprise
James Smith specializes in business succession planning and general retirement planning, supported by 22 years of experience and a flat-fee structure at Raymond James Financial, a large firm known for advisory and implementation-support services. Located in Ogden, UT, he also brings a unique perspective as a founder and business owner, which may benefit clients seeking comprehensive transition strategies and stakeholder coordination.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $471,167
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