Independent, business succession planning financial advisors in Colorado
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 new ownership, you need an advisor who understands the full scope of business succession planning. A common mistake is focusing only on the sale price without considering tax implications or the impact on your personal finances. Independent advisors here operate without firm constraints, which can mean more flexible, client-focused solutions.
- Tax-aware strategies. Colorado's flat income tax simplifies some planning, but ask how they handle federal taxes and timing to minimize your overall tax burden.
- Ownership transition options. Confirm they discuss various methods like selling to family, employees, or third parties, tailored to your goals.
- Legacy and cash flow balance. Good advisors help you balance your business legacy with your personal income needs during and after the transition.
- Coordination with professionals. Check how they work with your attorneys and accountants to align legal, tax, and financial plans.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Jessica C
CFP®, Series 65
Denver, CO
Plante Moran financial advisors
Jessica Caldwell specializes in business succession planning in Colorado, offering expertise in options and derivatives strategies, concentrated stock management, and private investments, which are crucial for complex ownership transitions. As a CFP®-certified independent advisor serving high-net-worth clients, she provides flexible flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, distinguishing her from others by combining deep financial planning skills with a strategic asset allocation approach at Plante Moran Financial Advisors in Denver.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $6,699,075
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Alexander B
Series 66
Golden, CO
Northstar Financial Companies, Inc.
Alexander Bastron specializes in business succession planning with 19 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, making him well-equipped to handle complex ownership transitions in Colorado. As an independent advisor at Northstar Financial Companies, he offers a goals-based investment approach and manages portfolios with diverse strategies including options and derivatives, catering to individual and high-net-worth clients with a 1.25% AUM fee structure.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $1,017,751
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Erika W
Series 65, Series 66
Colorado Springs, CO
Sagegrove Investment Advisory Group, LLC
Erika Williams specializes in business succession planning with a focus on tax-aware strategies and balancing legacy with personal income needs, making her well-suited for owners preparing ownership transitions in Colorado. Her flat-fee consulting model, seven years of experience, and background in ESG investing and concentrated stock management differentiate her from others by offering value-driven, independent advice tailored to executive and founder clients.
Experience: 7 years
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Joseph M
Series 63, Series 65
Northglenn, CO
Fortified Wealth Strategies, Inc.
Joseph Michalski's 27 years of experience and focus on business succession planning make him well-equipped to guide Colorado business owners through ownership transitions, balancing legacy and personal income needs. As an independent advisor at Fortified Wealth Strategies, he serves high-net-worth clients with custom portfolio management and offers flexible fee arrangements, including a 1.5% AUM fee and occasional hourly rates, distinguishing him from others by combining seasoned expertise with tailored financial strategies.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $1,603,448
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Bartlett S
Series 63, Series 65
Denver, CO
ValMark Advisers, Inc.
Bartlett Snyder's 18 years of experience and focus on business succession planning in Denver make him well-equipped to guide Colorado business owners through ownership transitions, balancing legacy and personal income needs. As an independent advisor with ValMark Advisers, he offers flat-fee arrangements and employs diversified, goal-based portfolios, distinguishing him from others by combining personalized fee structures with a broad investment approach tailored to high-net-worth clients and plan sponsors.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $554,438
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