Seasoned, business succession planning financial advisors
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, partner, or buyer, you need an advisor who understands the complexities of business succession planning. Without this expertise, you risk undervaluing your business or creating tax issues that could reduce your legacy.
- Exit timing strategy. Ask how they help determine the best time to transition ownership to maximize value and minimize tax impact.
- Tax implications insight. Confirm they can explain how different succession methods affect your personal and business tax liabilities.
- Stakeholder coordination. Look for advisors who manage communication and agreements among all parties involved to prevent conflicts.
- Legacy preservation focus. Ensure they consider how your succession plan supports your long-term financial and family goals.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michael I
Series 63, Series 65
Livingston, NJ
Raymond James Financial
Michael Ipp's 41 years of experience and focus on business succession planning make him well-equipped to assist with complex ownership transitions in the US. Operating from Raymond James Financial, a large firm serving diverse clients including high-net-worth individuals and corporations, he offers flat-fee and hourly planning services, emphasizing tailored financial plans through detailed client interviews and risk profiling, which may provide a more personalized approach compared to other seasoned advisors.
Experience: 42 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Jerald L
Series 63
San Antonio, TX
Frost Investment Services
Jerald Liesman brings 33 years of experience in business succession planning, making him well-equipped to assist with complex ownership transitions and tax considerations. Based in San Antonio, TX, he operates through Frost Investment Services, an SEC-registered firm offering discretionary portfolio management and comprehensive financial planning, with a focus on tax and ESG overlays, which may provide additional value compared to other seasoned advisors in the US.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $708,997
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Michelle W
Series 66
Lake Oswego, OR
Allium Financial Advisors, LLC
Michelle Wanless brings 23 years of experience in business succession planning, making her well-equipped to guide clients through complex ownership transitions while considering tax implications and legacy preservation. Operating from Lake Oswego, OR, she offers flat-fee financial planning with a minimum setup fee of $2,500 and serves high-net-worth clients through Allium Financial Advisors, LLC, which manages over $638 million in assets and emphasizes diversified investment management.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $2,974,144
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Phillip R
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Lawrence, KS
Rademacher Financial, Inc.
Phillip Rademacher's 33 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle complex business succession planning, including exit timing and tax implications. Operating independently in Lawrence, KS, his firm offers flat-fee and negotiable AUM pricing, focusing on retirement plan consulting and discretionary portfolio management, which may provide broader financial planning support compared to other advisors in this group.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $568,489
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James N
Series 63, Series 65
Chicago, IL
IP Financial Advisory Services LLC
James Neaylon brings 39 years of experience in business succession planning, offering flat-fee consulting and financial planning services that range from $500 to $20,000 per plan. Based in Chicago, IL, he serves individual retail clients with customized portfolios and integrates insurance and risk management consulting, distinguishing him from advisors focused solely on high-net-worth clients or traditional investment advisory services.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $240,578
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