Top business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Delaware
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.
Selling a business is a major life event that often triggers complex financial decisions, including tax planning and reinvestment strategies. Without focused expertise, you might overlook timing nuances that affect your net proceeds and future financial security.
- Exit timing insights. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your business cycle to recommend the best sale moment.
- Tax impact navigation. Confirm they understand Delaware's tax environment and how to minimize capital gains and other taxes on your sale.
- Proceeds reinvestment. Explore their approach to preserving and growing your sale proceeds while balancing risk and liquidity needs.
- Transition planning. Check if they help coordinate your personal financial goals with the business exit to ensure a smooth shift to post-sale life.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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John S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Lewes, DE
Raymond James Financial
John Simeone offers expertise in business exit and sale strategy with 26 years of experience and CFP® certification, based in Lewes, DE. Affiliated with Raymond James Financial, a large firm serving diverse clients, he provides flat-fee planning and focuses on retirement income and estate planning, distinguishing him with a broad advisory approach and seasoned insight into Delaware's financial landscape.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Colleen W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Greenville, DE
Wells Fargo Advisors
Colleen Weaver's 29 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to guide business owners through complex exit and sale strategies in Delaware, including tax impact navigation and reinvestment planning. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, she leverages extensive proprietary research and planning tools, distinguishing her approach from smaller or less specialized advisors.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Michael R
Series 63, Series 65
Lewes, DE
Diversify Advisory Services, LLC
Michael Redmond offers expertise in business exit and sale strategy with 27 years of experience and a focus on private investments and retirement plans for business owners. Based in Lewes, DE, he provides flat-fee and hourly consulting through Diversify Advisory Services, which uses tactical diversification and serves a diverse client base including medical professionals and small business owners.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $837,592
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Thomas S
CFP®, Series 63
Wilmington, DE
Kestra Advisory
Thomas Shumosic brings 36 years of experience and CFP® certification to business exit and sale strategy in Wilmington, Delaware, with expertise in retirement plans for business owners and wealth management. Affiliated with Kestra Advisory, a large firm offering fiduciary consulting and plan design, he provides flat-fee financial planning and serves both institutional and individual clients, distinguishing him with broad service capabilities and seasoned insight.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $618,892
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Laura D
Series 63, Series 65
Newark, DE
Eagle Strategies (NY Life)
Laura Day's 26 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy, combined with her focus on retirement plans for business owners, make her well-suited to guide Delaware business owners through complex sale decisions. Affiliated with Eagle Strategies, a large firm offering flat-fee options and a broad range of financial planning services, she provides tailored, non-discretionary advice that balances tax impact and reinvestment strategies.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $235,446
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