CFP®-certified, 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 your business is a major life event that often involves complex tax, legal, and financial decisions. Without expert guidance, you might miss opportunities to maximize your sale proceeds or plan effectively for your financial future.
- Exit timing insight. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your business readiness to recommend the best time to sell.
- Tax impact planning. Confirm they understand how to structure the sale to minimize taxes and preserve wealth.
- Post-sale strategy. Look for advisors who help you plan for investing or spending your proceeds to meet your goals.
- Coordination with professionals. Ensure they work closely with your attorneys and accountants to align all aspects of the sale.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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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 in Delaware through complex exit and sale strategies, including tax impact planning and post-sale financial management. As a seasoned advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, she offers access to extensive resources and tailored planning tools, distinguishing her from advisors at smaller firms or with less specialized expertise.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Thomas S
CFP®, Series 63
Wilmington, DE
Kestra Advisory
Thomas Shumosic's 35 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide business owners in Delaware through complex exit and sale strategies, including retirement plans and wealth management. Affiliated with Kestra Advisory, a large firm known for fiduciary consulting and institutional client services, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning options, distinguishing him with flexible fee structures and extensive expertise in coordinating post-sale financial strategies.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $618,892
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Andrew D
CFP®, Series 66
Hockessin, DE
Founders Financial Securities LLC
Andrew Douglas specializes in business exit and sale strategy in Delaware, leveraging 12 years of experience and CFP® certification to guide clients through complex financial decisions during a business sale. His firm, Founders Financial Securities LLC, serves a diverse clientele including high-net-worth investors and offers flat-fee financial planning options, distinguishing him with flexible fee structures and a broad range of services including portfolio management and insurance.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $385,425
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Nataliya Z
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Dover, DE
Savant Wealth Management
Nataliya Zook's expertise in business exit and sale strategy, combined with her CFP® certification and seven years of experience, equips her to guide Delaware business owners through complex sale decisions. Working at Savant Wealth Management, a large firm offering flat-fee options and integrated tax, legal, and trust services, she provides a structured, evidence-based investment approach that supports comprehensive post-sale planning and coordination with other professionals.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $2,108,203
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Cody S
CFP®, Series 66
Rehoboth Beach, DE
Edward Jones
Cody Smith specializes in business exit and sale strategy, leveraging his CFP® certification and five years of experience to guide Delaware business owners through complex sale decisions. Working at Edward Jones, a large firm with over $1 trillion in assets and 23,000 advisors, he offers a comprehensive approach including estate and succession planning, with a program fee up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms or with narrower focuses.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $246,728
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