Flat-fee, business succession planning financial advisors in Costa Mesa, CA
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 or family, you need a business succession planning advisor who understands the complexities of timing and valuation. Without expert guidance, you might undervalue your business or overlook tax implications that could cost you later. Flat-fee advisors here offer clear pricing, so you know what you’ll pay upfront without surprises.
- Valuation insight. Ask how they determine your business’s worth, considering both market conditions and your unique assets.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they factor in local tax rules, including California’s high income taxes and Proposition 13 property tax limits.
- Transition timing. Inquire about their approach to scheduling ownership changes to optimize financial and operational outcomes.
- Stakeholder coordination. Check how they manage communication and agreements among family members, partners, or buyers to avoid conflicts.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Thomas H
Series 63, Series 65
Huntington Beach, CA
IP Financial Advisory Services LLC
Thomas Hess specializes in business succession planning with a flat-fee structure, offering fixed consulting fees from $500 to $20,000, which provides clear upfront pricing for Costa Mesa clients. His firm emphasizes customized portfolio management and retirement-plan consulting, serving individual retail clients, and he holds Series 63 and 65 licenses with five years of industry experience, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee models or client focuses.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $240,578
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Lee H
Series 63, Series 65
Costa Mesa, CA
Raymond James Financial
Lee Hinson IV specializes in business succession planning with a flat-fee structure, making him well-suited for clients in Costa Mesa, CA seeking clear pricing for complex ownership transitions. With 44 years of experience at Raymond James Financial, a large firm serving diverse clients, he also offers expertise in retirement planning and cash flow management, providing a broad financial perspective beyond succession planning.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Laura S
Series 66
Newport Beach, CA
Purus Wealth Management, LLC
Laura Sillen specializes in business succession planning with 15 years of experience and offers flat-fee financial planning services ranging from $1,500 to $20,000, suitable for clear upfront pricing. Based in nearby Newport Beach, she works at Purus Wealth Management, which serves business entities and pension plans using diverse investment strategies and educational seminars, providing a broad approach compared to other advisors focused solely on succession.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $706,474
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Pezhman A
Series 63, Series 65
Irvine, CA
INTEG Financial Investment Advisory LLC
Pezhman Amini offers flat-fee business succession planning services near Costa Mesa, leveraging his Series 63 and 65 licenses and experience at INTEG Financial Investment Advisory LLC. His background includes over a decade in retail e-commerce and insurance, providing a unique perspective alongside INTEG's tailored asset management and financial planning, which may benefit clients seeking both consulting and portfolio management options.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $550,000
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Kerry Michael F
CFP®
Irvine, CA
Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C.
Kerry Michael Finn specializes in business succession planning with a flat-fee structure starting at $1,500, making him suitable for clear upfront pricing in Costa Mesa. He brings experience from Sequoia Financial Group, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, and combines in-house model portfolios with third-party manager selection, supported by an Investment Policy Committee and extensive research resources.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $2,697,996
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